3rd Shift Production Specialist

Solventum; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 39,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Solventum is seeking a Production Specialist to support 3rd shift operations at our Columbia facility. You will lead production activities, ensure quality, and maintain a safe plant environment, reporting to the Manufacturing Operations team.

The role includes starting pay of $28.16/hour with a $3.00 shift differential, and scheduled increases after 6 and 12 months. Onsite location at 5400 Paris Rd, Columbia, MO, with opportunities to drive continuous improvement across safety, quality, and

Qualifications

• HS diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 3 years of manufacturing experience.
• Minimum 1 year in a lead role within manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Lead operations and act as SME for equipment and processes.
• Perform preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on mechanical, electronic, robotic, and chemical systems.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, service, cost, and engagement.
• Support production experiments, maintain process documentation, and coordinate with maintenance for issues.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards (LOTO, PPE).
• Provide Team Leader tasks on a backup/as-needed basis.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Lead role

English communication

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

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Job Description

Solventum

is a new healthcare company built on a trusted legacy of solving complex challenges to improve patient care and support healthcare professionals-powered by strong production and plant operations. We partner with experts across the industry, guided by empathy and insight, to advance health for everyone.

The impact you'll make in this role

As a Production Specialist, you'll be responsible for supporting production operations, ensuring quality standards, and contributing to a safe and efficient plant environment.

This role works the 3rd Shift (Sunday Night - Friday Morning; 11:30pm - 7:30am) and includes starting pay of $28.16/hour + $3.00 Shift Differential:

• Pay Increase after 6 months to $28.85/hour
• Pay Increase after 12 months to $29.55/hour

Responsibilities include but not limited to:

• Leading operations and serving as a Subject Matter Expert on equipment and processes.
• Performing preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on mechanical, electronic, robotic, and chemical systems.
• Driving Continuous Improvement initiatives focused on Safety, Quality, Service, Cost, and Engagement.
• Supporting production experiments, maintaining accurate process documentation, and partnering with maintenance teams to resolve equipment issues.
• Ensuring compliance with safety standards (LOTO, PPE)
• Providing Team Leader tasks on a backup/as needed basis
• Possessing the ability to clearly speak, understand, and write in English to communicate effectively in both verbal and written contexts.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED or higher (completed prior to start)
• Three (3) years of manufacturing experience
• One (1) year performing in a lead role in a manufacturing environment

"Nice to Have" Qualifications

• Flexibility to ensure all shifts are operating efficiently.
• Strong mechanical aptitude & troubleshooting skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Good leadership and interpersonal skills.
• Willingness to coach and teach others.
• Good organization skills.
• Good ability to collect and analyze data to make informed decisions.
• Willingness to obtain certifications on relevant processes and equipment.

Work Location

Onsite - 5400 Paris Rd, Columbia, MO 65202

Travel

Not required for this position

Relocation Assistance

Not authorized

Legal & Compliance

Must be legally authorized to work in the country of employment without sponsorship for employment visa status.

Manufacturing Operations

This position sits within Solventum's Manufacturing Operations, specifically at one of our global production facilities, where our teams play a hands-on role in bringing life-changing healthcare solutions to life. Our plant teams are essential to advancing Solventum's mission, ensuring the consistent, high-quality production of medical and dental products that healthcare providers and patients rely on every day. Working in our plants means being part of a purpose-driven environment that values safety, precision, and teamwork-where every shift contributes directly to improving health outcomes around the world.

Supporting Your Well-being

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

Applicable to US Applicants Only: The starting rate of pay for this position is $28.16, with the potential to reach $29.55 . This range represents a good faith estimate for this position. The specific compensation offered to a candidate may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, the candidate's relevant knowledge, training, skills, work location, and/or experience. In addition, this position may be eligible for a range of benefits (e.g., Medical, Dental & Vision, Health Savings Accounts, Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, Disability Benefits, Life Insurance, Voluntary Benefits, Paid Absences and Retirement Benefits, etc.). Additional information is available at: https://www.solventum.com/en-us/home/our-company/careers/#Total-Rewards

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

Solventum is committed to maintaining the highest standards of integrity and professionalism in our recruitment process. Applicants must remain alert to fraudulent job postings and recruitment schemes that falsely claim to represent Solventum and seek to exploit job seekers.

Please note that all email communications from Solventum regarding job opportunities with the company will be from an email with a domain of @solventum.com. Be wary of unsolicited emails or messages regarding Solventum job opportunities from emails with other email domains.

Solventum is an equal opportunity employer. Solventum will not discriminate against any applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.