Production Operator (Valley, NE)*

3M Company; Valley (AL); On-site; USD 27,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

3M Valley plant in Valley, NE is hiring a Production Operator to join a collaborative, safety-focused team. You will follow procedures, operate equipment, inspect and package products, and use computer systems to run processes.

This role emphasizes reliability, teamwork, and continuous improvement in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Starting pay is $23.35 per hour, with benefits and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• 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.
• One (1) year of production, manufacturing, or warehouse experience in a private, public, government, or military environment.
• Applicants meeting the basic qualifications above may be required to take and pass 3M elected testing as a part of the selection process

Responsibilities

• Following operating procedures and customer specifications to produce quality products which are delivered to customers on time.
• Working effectively within a production work team and collaborating with other teams.
• Contributing to continuous improvement and problem solving.
• Operating assigned equipment in a safe, effective, and efficient manner, including maintaining a neat and orderly work area.
• Operating processes according to procedures.
• Inspecting and packaging product according to standards.
• Using computers as needed to run process operation.
• Monitoring other operations and works cooperatively with others.

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Job Description:

The Impact You'll Make in this Role

The 3M Valley plant is located just ten miles west of Omaha, NE. As a Production Operator, 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:

• Following operating procedures and customer specifications to produce quality products which are delivered to customers on time
• Working effectively within a production work team and collaborating with other teams
• Contributing to continuous improvement and problem solving
• Operating assigned equipment in a safe, effective, and efficient manner, including maintaining a neat and orderly work area
• Operating processes according to procedures
• Inspecting and packaging product according to standards
• Using computers as needed to run process operation
• Monitoring other operations and works cooperatively with others

Your Skills and Expertise

To set you up for success in this role from day one, 3M requires (at a minimum) the following qualifications:

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.

• Possess a High School Diploma/GED or higher (completed prior to start)
• One (1) year of production, manufacturing, or warehouse experience in a private, public, government, or military environment

Applicants meeting the basic qualifications above may be required to take and pass 3M elected testing as a part of the selection process

Pay

Competitive Salary: The starting rate of pay for this position is $23.35/hour. This targeted starting salary 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.

Work location:

• Valley, NE

Travel: No travel

Relocation Assistance: Not authorized

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.

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 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.

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.

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

Safety is a core value at 3M. All employees are expected to contribute to a strong Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) culture by following safety policies, identifying hazards, and engaging in continuous improvement.

Pay & Benefits Overview: https://www.3m.com/3M/en_US/careers-us/working-at-3m/benefits/

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