Master Pilot Plant Technician*
National Black MBA Association, Hoffman Corners, WI, United States
Job Description
Pilot Plant Technician
Collaborate with Innovative 3Mers Around the World
Choosing where to start and grow your career has a major impact on your professional and personal life, so it’s equally important you know that the company that you choose to work at, and its leaders, will support and guide you. With a wide variety of people, global locations, technologies and products, 3M is a place where you can collaborate with other curious, creative 3Mers.
This position provides an opportunity to transition from other private, public, government or military experience to a 3M career.
The Impact You’ll Make in this Role
The person hired for the position of Pilot Plant Technician will work in the Tape Process Development Center (TPDC) within the Chemical Manufacturing Operations organization. TPDC focuses on prototype quantities of new materials, new process development or improvement that supports new and/or improved products or processes for many 3M divisions.
This position is primarily Monday-Friday with a weekly shift rotation. There is an exception of periodic overtime (including weekends) to meet customer demands.
As a Pilot Plant Technician, 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:
Maintaining a safe work environment for self, coworkers, and visitors including the ability to wear personal protective equipment.
Testing and dispositioning manufactured products as well as raw materials using a variety of analytical techniques. Communicate results with other technical personnel and make recommendations as appropriate.
Help R&D teams by carrying out and evaluating new test methods.
Reporting quality data and collaborating with diverse teams onsite to act on the data.
Preparing and operating development equipment which can vary with process and/or product experimental or standard needs. Includes setup, general maintenance, clean‑up, and changeover of equipment.
Actively engaging with process engineers and customers to conduct product and process experiments.
Assisting and training new personnel on test equipment, machine operations and processes.
Assuring availability of raw materials by utilizing accurate production reporting and inventory practices.
Having the ability to lift pails, move drums, and drive PIVs.
Fostering a team environment and taking lead when necessary.
Your Skills and Expertise
To set you up for success in this role from day one, 3M requires (at a minimum) the following qualifications:
High school diploma/GED or higher (completed and verified prior to start)
Three (3) years of combined laboratory/pilot plant/manufacturing experience in a private, public, government, or military environment
Additional Qualifications
Possess expertise equivalent to that which would be obtained in an associates/technical degree or higher
Experience in systems for the reporting of data in laboratory settings
Experience with the Microsoft 365 software platform (Excel, Word, Outlook, and Teams)
Minimum of four (4) years of experience with quality or analytical testing and data reporting, hot melt compounding/extrusion, solution coating, microreplication, and converting in a laboratory/pilot plant/manufacturing environment
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Strong mechanical aptitude and problem‑solving skills
Flexibility to work shifts outside of the normal schedule (days, afternoons, midnights and weekends) for special projects as needed
Willingness to work in an environment where a wide range of chemicals are handled (This is a chemicals environment job)
Work Location
Cottage Grove, MN
Travel
Not required
Relocation Assistance
Not authorized
Legal Authorization
Must be legally authorized to work in country of employment without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status).
Compliance Notice
Responsibilities of this position may include direct and/or indirect physical or logical access to information, systems, and technologies subject to U.S. Export Control Laws. 3M must assess candidates’ U.S. person status in accordance with these regulations.
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.
Compensation & Benefits
Expected compensation range: $75,064 – $91,745 (includes base pay plus variable incentive pay, if eligible). Benefits may include Medical, Dental & Vision, Health Savings Accounts, Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, Disability Benefits, Life Insurance, Voluntary Benefits, Paid Absences, and Retirement Benefits.
EEO Statement
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.
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Pilot Plant Technician
Collaborate with Innovative 3Mers Around the World
Choosing where to start and grow your career has a major impact on your professional and personal life, so it’s equally important you know that the company that you choose to work at, and its leaders, will support and guide you. With a wide variety of people, global locations, technologies and products, 3M is a place where you can collaborate with other curious, creative 3Mers.
This position provides an opportunity to transition from other private, public, government or military experience to a 3M career.
The Impact You’ll Make in this Role
The person hired for the position of Pilot Plant Technician will work in the Tape Process Development Center (TPDC) within the Chemical Manufacturing Operations organization. TPDC focuses on prototype quantities of new materials, new process development or improvement that supports new and/or improved products or processes for many 3M divisions.
This position is primarily Monday-Friday with a weekly shift rotation. There is an exception of periodic overtime (including weekends) to meet customer demands.
As a Pilot Plant Technician, 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:
Maintaining a safe work environment for self, coworkers, and visitors including the ability to wear personal protective equipment.
Testing and dispositioning manufactured products as well as raw materials using a variety of analytical techniques. Communicate results with other technical personnel and make recommendations as appropriate.
Help R&D teams by carrying out and evaluating new test methods.
Reporting quality data and collaborating with diverse teams onsite to act on the data.
Preparing and operating development equipment which can vary with process and/or product experimental or standard needs. Includes setup, general maintenance, clean‑up, and changeover of equipment.
Actively engaging with process engineers and customers to conduct product and process experiments.
Assisting and training new personnel on test equipment, machine operations and processes.
Assuring availability of raw materials by utilizing accurate production reporting and inventory practices.
Having the ability to lift pails, move drums, and drive PIVs.
Fostering a team environment and taking lead when necessary.
Your Skills and Expertise
To set you up for success in this role from day one, 3M requires (at a minimum) the following qualifications:
High school diploma/GED or higher (completed and verified prior to start)
Three (3) years of combined laboratory/pilot plant/manufacturing experience in a private, public, government, or military environment
Additional Qualifications
Possess expertise equivalent to that which would be obtained in an associates/technical degree or higher
Experience in systems for the reporting of data in laboratory settings
Experience with the Microsoft 365 software platform (Excel, Word, Outlook, and Teams)
Minimum of four (4) years of experience with quality or analytical testing and data reporting, hot melt compounding/extrusion, solution coating, microreplication, and converting in a laboratory/pilot plant/manufacturing environment
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Strong mechanical aptitude and problem‑solving skills
Flexibility to work shifts outside of the normal schedule (days, afternoons, midnights and weekends) for special projects as needed
Willingness to work in an environment where a wide range of chemicals are handled (This is a chemicals environment job)
Work Location
Cottage Grove, MN
Travel
Not required
Relocation Assistance
Not authorized
Legal Authorization
Must be legally authorized to work in country of employment without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status).
Compliance Notice
Responsibilities of this position may include direct and/or indirect physical or logical access to information, systems, and technologies subject to U.S. Export Control Laws. 3M must assess candidates’ U.S. person status in accordance with these regulations.
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.
Compensation & Benefits
Expected compensation range: $75,064 – $91,745 (includes base pay plus variable incentive pay, if eligible). Benefits may include Medical, Dental & Vision, Health Savings Accounts, Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, Disability Benefits, Life Insurance, Voluntary Benefits, Paid Absences, and Retirement Benefits.
EEO Statement
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.
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