Industrial Maintenance Mechanic

㍭; Cottage Grove (MN); On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Industrial Maintenance Mechanic to join their dynamic team. In this role, you'll be responsible for maintaining and troubleshooting mechanical equipment, ensuring optimal performance across various systems. Your expertise will contribute to the implementation of preventive maintenance procedures, enhancing operational efficiency. This position offers a collaborative environment where your skills will be valued and developed. Join a company that prioritizes innovation, diversity, and employee well-being, providing a supportive atmosphere for your career growth.

Benefits

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Health Savings Accounts

Retirement benefits

Paid absences

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience in mechanical maintenance of industrial equipment.
• Ability to troubleshoot and repair mechanical systems effectively.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair mechanical equipment and systems.
• Implement preventive maintenance procedures and document activities.

Skills

Mechanical troubleshooting

Preventive maintenance

Effective communication

Basic computer knowledge

Multi-skilled mechanical craftsperson

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Two-year associate's degree in mechanical maintenance

Tools

Machining equipment

Rigging equipment

Measurement instruments

Job description

Job Description:

Industrial Maintenance Mechanic

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 diversity of people, global locations, technologies, and products, 3M is a place where you can collaborate with other curious, creative 3Mers.

The Impact You’ll Make in this Role

As an Industrial Maintenance Mechanic, 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:

• Responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, repairing, modifying, and adjusting mechanical equipment, piping and piping systems, fixtures, and equipment for steam, hot water, heating, cooling, lubricating, sprinkling, and industrial processing systems used in production, laboratory, office, and utility areas.
• Responds to Shop Work Orders in performing maintenance and repair tasks in a safe manner.
• Implements and improves preventive maintenance procedures.
• Determines parts, tools, and supplies necessary for the jobs.
• Documents work activities in the work order CMMS.
• Willingness to learn and expand craft skills.

Your Skills and Expertise

To set you up for success in this role from day one, 3M is looking for candidates who must have the following qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Two-year associate's degree in the mechanical maintenance field, or graduate from an approved apprenticeship program.
• Five years of experience in the mechanical maintenance/troubleshooting of industrial processing equipment.
• Must possess a current and valid driver’s license.

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

• Experience troubleshooting issues with processing equipment and resolving them by implementing appropriate repairs.
• At least one year of experience running basic machining equipment (turning, milling, welding).
• Understanding how to safely use rigging equipment such as hoists, cranes, lift trucks, dollies, rollers, and jacks.
• Understanding the operating principles of mechanical and hydraulic power transmission components or elements such as shafts, bearings, gears, pulleys, belts, chains, seals, fasteners, couplings, brakes, clutches, pumps, valves, and similar devices.
• Ability to read and interpret measurement instruments to better troubleshoot equipment malfunctions.
• Ability to communicate effectively and work well with other people.
• Ability and desire to work as a multi-skilled mechanical craftsperson.
• Basic computer knowledge.

Pay & Benefits:

The starting rate of pay for this position is $46.93. 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: 3M Benefits.

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

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.'

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.

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.

Resources for You

For more details on what happens before, during, and after the interview process, check out the Insights for Candidates page at 3M Careers.

3M is an equal-opportunity employer. 3M will not discriminate against any applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, or veteran status.

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.