R&D Process Technician: Hands-On Equipment & Experiments

3M; Minnesota; On-site; USD 67,593 - 82,614; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Health savings accounts

Retirement plans

Flexible spending accounts

Job summary

3M is looking for an R&D Process Technician in Maplewood, MN to collaborate with researchers to maintain advanced processing machinery. Ideal candidates should have at least high school education with relevant technician experience or an associate degree along with strong mechanical skills and Microsoft Office proficiency.

The position expects candidates to operate complex equipment, support research experiments, and contribute to a safety-oriented workplace. A competitive compensation package is included, along with several employee benefits.

Qualifications

• 1+ year technician experience in a research lab or manufacturing facility.
• 4+ years’ experience running process equipment.
• Solid hands-on mechanical skillset with knowledge of automated systems.

Responsibilities

• Configure, operate, and maintain complex process equipment.
• Conduct designed experiments to support lead researchers.
• Make recommendations regarding materials and/or process modifications.

Skills

Mechanical skills

Microsoft Office

Strong communication skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate’s degree or technical certificate

Job description

3M is looking for an R&D Process Technician in Maplewood, MN to collaborate with researchers to maintain advanced processing machinery. Ideal candidates should have at least high school education with relevant technician experience or an associate degree along with strong mechanical skills and Microsoft Office proficiency.

The position expects candidates to operate complex equipment, support research experiments, and contribute to a safety-oriented workplace. A competitive compensation package is included, along with several employee benefits.