Fabrication​/Welder Mechanic

Fabrication/Welder Mechanic

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Shop fabrication, working daily with Drawings and Print Packages. Modifications to Facility and production equipment, welding, rigging, site maintenance, millwright work and moving plant equipment. Troubleshooting and solving mechanical/electrical equipment problems. Work with engineering on equipment upgrades, Work with other PE groups to maintain the reliability of the plant and production equipment.

Perform predictive/preventative routes, establish and maintain equipment & documentation, spare parts, and perform root cause failure analysis. Use of PC Maint Management system tools for analysis, planning & scheduling. Able to read and interpret mechanical blueprints and symbols. Must supply mechanical transcripts from school or military.

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.

• Must have courses and completion of a technical degree, diploma/certificate in mechanical craft(s) related to this trade. Or a min of 540 hours of documented military school related to this trade.
• Willing to work a flexible schedule and overtime as necessary and after hour call-in.

Future certification for PIV’s, respirators and aerial lifts will be required. Knowledge of welding types and procedures. Successful candidate will be required in the future to complete selected Welding Certifications. Must have knowledge, experience & demonstrate proficiency with Welding Mild Steel, MIG, Welding Stainless Steel and Aluminum (TIG / Plasma). Have knowledge of fabrication equipment such as: metal brake / shear, drill press, band saws, hyd press, hammer drilling, grinding and finishing work, etc.

May include up to 5% domestic travel.

Not authorized.

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

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.

Applicable to US Applicants Only:
The starting rate of pay for this position is $35,88, with the potential to reach $35,88. 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.).

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All US-based 3M full time employees will need to sign an employee agreement as a condition of employment with 3M. This agreement lays out key terms on using 3M Confidential Information and Trade Secrets. It also has provisions discussing conflicts of interest and how inventions are assigned. Employees that are Job Grade 7 or equivalent and above may also have obligations to not compete against 3M or solicit its employees or customers, both during their employment, and for a period after they leave 3M.

3M does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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