Production Operator — 12-Hour Shifts, $30.52/hr

National Black MBA Association; Illinois; On-site; USD 41,328 - 48,216; Full time

Job summary

3M in Cordova, IL is hiring a Production Operator to operate, monitor, and troubleshoot production and chemical processing equipment, ensuring safe manufacturing of quality products. The role supports material movement, performs sample collection, labeling, inventory management, and basic data recording.

Applicants must have a high school diploma or equivalent, at least 1 year in manufacturing or related field, and be able to work 12-hour rotating shifts including weekends and holidays.

Qualifications

• Must have high school degree or equivalent.
• Minimum 1 year of experience in manufacturing, agriculture, construction or like field required.
• Must be able to work 12 hour rotating shifts to include weekends and holidays as well as working overtime as needed.
• Applicants must be 18 years of age or older to be considered for this 3M Production role, in compliance with U.S. labor and safety laws.
• Applicants meeting the basic qualifications may be required to take and pass 3M elected testing as a part of the selection process.

Responsibilities

• Operate, monitor, and troubleshoot production and chemical processing equipment to safely manufacture quality products in accordance with established procedures, operating standards, and site requirements.
• Support production operations and material movement by performing bulk loading and unloading activities, transferring finished products, operating forklifts and pallet jacks, and maintaining production workflow.
• Monitor process conditions and maintain production accuracy by collecting samples, performing basic calculations, documenting production data, managing inventory, and ensuring proper labeling and identification of materials, equipment, and finished goods.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and production-ready work environment by cleaning equipment, totes, hoses, and work areas; supporting container management and drum setup activities; and ensuring readiness of production systems.
• Perform routine equipment inspections, first-line maintenance, and minor repairs while following all safety, environmental, hazardous material, and emergency response procedures to support reliable operations and regulatory compliance.

Skills

Operate equipment

Monitor conditions

Documentation

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Forklift operation

Pallet jack operation

Job description

3M in Cordova, IL is hiring a Production Operator to operate, monitor, and troubleshoot production and chemical processing equipment, ensuring safe manufacturing of quality products. The role supports material movement, performs sample collection, labeling, inventory management, and basic data recording.

Applicants must have a high school diploma or equivalent, at least 1 year in manufacturing or related field, and be able to work 12-hour rotating shifts including weekends and holidays.