Production Operator* (New Ulm, MN)

3M

Last Updated: 9/7/2025 5:48:43 AM

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Current Days Open
62
Reqs Seen
7
Current Min Salary
$24.22 (Hourly)
Current Max Salary
$27.29 (Hourly)
Historical Time to Fill
82.5
First Seen
2/19/2025
Lowest Min Salary Seen
$22.12 (Hourly)
7/7/2025
Highest Max Salary Seen
$28.11 (Hourly)
8/21/2026

Full Job Description

Job Description: Production Operator* (New Ulm, MN) We offer: Competitive pay starting between $24.22 to $27.29 per hour plus a $1.50 shift differential for afternoon or midnight shift. 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 Up to twelve paid holidays On-site physical therapy, employee assistance program, and medical support Paid parental leave Employee stock discount Opportunities for advancement The Impact Youll Make in this Role As a Production Operator you will have the opportunity to tap into your curiosity and collaborate with some of the most innovative and diverse people around the world. Here, you will make an impact by: Supporting production by monitoring processes, ordering inputs, loading materials, inspecting materials, and performing quality inspections to release product. Operate automated production converting, molding, assembly, and packaging equipment. Monitor process, order inputs, load materials, inspect materials, perform quality inspections to release product. Operate equipment in a safe manner. Follow plant and department safety rules and practices. Work closely with other operators and service groups to optimize the process. Monitor equipment and make the required adjustments to maintain quality and desired output. Computer use is required to run process operation. Meet performance/output goals. 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 (completed prior to start). Ability to work overtime, weekends, and holidays as needed. Ability to work 8 to 12 consecutive hours per day on a weekly fixed (i.e., 7am - 3pm, 3pm 11pm or 11pm - 7am) or rotating shift (i.e., Days/Afternoons). Ability to lift/carry heavy materials. Ability to comprehend, understand, and apply written and verbal directions from standard operating procedures, safety rules and supervisor coaching. Ability to wear personal protective equipment in accordance with safety rules. Applicants meeting the basic qualifications above may be required to take and pass 3M elected testing as a part of the selection process Work location: New Ulm, MN Travel: Does not include travel Relocation Assistance: Is Not Authorized The starting rate of pay for this position between $24.22 and $27.29/hour. 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). Responsibilities of this position may include direct and/or indirect physical or logical access to information, systems, technologies subjected to the regulations/compliance with U.S. Export Control Laws. U.S. Export Control laws and U.S. Government Department of Defense contracts and sub-contracts impose certain restrictions on companies and their ability to share export-controlled and other technology and services with certain "non-U.S. persons" (persons who are not U.S. citizens or nationals, lawful permanent residents of the U.S., refugees, "Temporary Residents" (granted Amnesty or Special Agricultural Worker provisions), or persons granted asylum (but excluding persons in nonimmigrant status such as H-1B, L-1, F-1, etc.) or non-U.S. citizens. To comply with these laws, and in conjunction with the review of candidates for those positions within 3M that may present access to export controlled technical data, 3M must assess employees' U.S. person status, as well as citizenship(s). The questions asked in this application are intended to assess this and will be used for evaluation purposes only. Failure to provide the necessary information in this regard will result in our inability to consider you further for this particular position. The decision whether or not to file or pursue an export license application is at 3M Company's sole election. 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. Chat with Max For assistance with searching through our current job openings or for more information about all things 3M, visit Max, our virtual recruiting assistant on 3M.com/careers. #INDPROD All US-based 3M full time employees will need to sign an employee agreement as a condition of employment with 3M. This agreement lays out key terms on using 3M Confidential Information and Trade Secrets. It also has provisions discussing conflicts of interest and how inventions are assigned. Employees that are Job Grade 7 or equivalent and above may also have obligations to not compete against 3M or solicit its employees or customers, both during their employment, and for a period after they leave 3M. Learn more about 3Ms creative solutions to the worlds problems at www.3M.com or on Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn @3M. Responsibilities of this position include that corporate policies, procedures and security standards are complied with while performing assigned duties. Pay & Benefits Overview: https://www.3m.com/3M/en_US/careers-us/working-at-3m/benefits/ 3M does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Please note: your application may not be considered if you do not provide your education and work history, either by: 1) uploading a resume, or 2) entering the information into the application fields directly. 3M Global Terms of Use and Privacy Statement Carefully read these Terms of Use before using this website. Your access to and use of this website and application for a job at 3M are conditioned on your acceptance and compliance with these terms. Please access the linked document by clicking here, select the country where you are applying for employment, and review. Before submitting your application, you will be asked to confirm your agreement with the terms. At 3M we apply science in collaborative ways to improve lives daily as our employees connect with customers all around the world. Learn more about 3M's creative solutions to global challenges at www.3M.com or on Twitter @3M or @3MNews.

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