Job Description:

Production Operator

We offer:

• Competitive pay starting at $26.49, with the potential to reach $27.55.
• Pay increases throughout the first year of employment.
• Medical, vision, dental, and life insurance starting on your first day.
• 401k with generous company match
• Up to three weeks paid vacation in your first year.
• Twelve (12) company holidays
• Opportunities for advancement

The Impact You’ll Make in this Role
As a Production or Warehouse Operator you will have the opportunity to tap into your curiosity and collaborate with some of the most innovative people around the world. Here, you will make an impact by:

• Demonstrate safe work behaviors to avoid injury to self or others
• Follow operating procedures and customer specifications to produce quality products which are delivered to customers on time
• Work effectively within a production work team and collaborate with other teams
• Contribute to continuous improvement and problem solving
• Maintain neat and orderly conditions in area and help maintain and promote safe conditions

Your Skills and Expertise 

To set you up for success in this role from day one, 3M requires (at a minimum) the following qualifications:

• Possess a High School Diploma/GED or higher (verified prior to start)
• Interested and available to work any shift available, including, but not limited to fixed night shifts, rotating shifts and Holidays as needed.
• Interested and available to work overtime, daily and weekends and short notice shift coverage

Applicants meeting the basic qualifications above may be required to take and pass 3M elected testing as a part of the selection process

Additional qualifications that could help you succeed even further in this role include:

• Ability to work well in a team environment.
• Adaptable and flexible
• Experience in a manufacturing environment
• Ability to operate PIV’s

Work location:

• Ames, IA

Travel: May include up to 5% domestic

Relocation Assistance: Is Not Authorized

The starting rate of pay for this position is, $26.49, with the potential to reach $27.55. This targeted compensation range represents a good faith estimate and can vary based on factors including, but not limited to, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Other benefits and incentives may apply; pay and benefits overview: https://www.3m.com/3M/en_US/careers-us/working-at-3m/benefits/. This information is being disclosed in accordance with local Pay Transparency Rules.

Must be legally authorized to work in country of employment without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status).

Supporting Your Well-being 

3M offers many programs to help you live your best life – both physically and financially. To ensure competitive pay and benefits, 3M regularly benchmarks with other companies that are comparable in size and scope. 

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Responsibilities of this position include that corporate policies, procedures and security standards are complied with while performing assigned duties.

Safety is a core value at 3M. All employees are expected to contribute to a strong Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) culture by following safety policies, identifying hazards, and engaging in continuous improvement.

Pay & Benefits Overview: https://www.3m.com/3M/en_US/careers-us/working-at-3m/benefits/

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