Assembly Operator - 3M

Job Description:

3M is seeking Assembly Operator candidates in Lexington, Kentucky!

• First Shift

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.

This position provides an opportunity to transition from other private, public, government or military experience to a 3M career.

The Impact You’ll Make in this Role
 

As an Assembly Operator, 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:

• To learn and perform a variety of electronic and/or mechanical assembly tasks, such as brazing simple designs, pot standard bifilar and toroid heater assemblies, and more dimensional inspections, etc. following specific work instructions with supervision as needed. These tasks are completed by utilizing binding materials, potting powder and small hand tools while working under a microscope to assemble part types of a well-defined nature
• Responsible for completing more difficult assembly tasks
• Operators are required to complete all “trainee” level matrices before advancing to the “C” grade level
• Follow and understand method sheets and blueprints
• Work with minimal supervision
• Perform visual and dimensional inspections
• Ensure proper fit of components
• Maintain a clean and tidy work
• Following all plant rules and safety regulations
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor or designate
• Participate in all safety and regulatory training needed to fulfill the duties of the position
• Wear PPE as required per procedures

Your Skills and Expertise 

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

• Possess a High School Diploma/GED or higher completed and verified prior to start

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

• Able to read and interpret written operating instructions (method sheets and blueprints), measuring tools (calipers and micrometers), decimal numbering and perform four function math

Work location: Onsite – Lexington, Kentucky.

Relocation Assistance: Not Authorized

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

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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For assistance with searching through our current job openings or for more information about all things 3M, visit Max, our virtual recruiting assistant on 3M.com/careers. 

The starting rate of pay for this position is $18.50 per hour. 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.3m.com/3M/en_US/careers-us/working-at-3m/benefits/.

Applicable to US Applicants Only:The starting rate of pay for this position is $18.50, with the potential to reach $19.01 . 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.3m.com/3M/en_US/careers-us/working-at-3m/benefits/.

Learn more about 3M’s creative solutions to the world’s problems at www.3M.com or on Twitter @3M.

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

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

3M is an equal opportunity employer.  3M  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.

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.

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