Injection Molding Specialist

Job Description Injection Molding Specialist Collaborate with Innovative 3

Mers 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 wide variety of people, global locations, technologies and products, 3M is a place where you can collaborate with other curious, creative 3

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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 Injection Molding Specialist 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:

• Performing micro-injection mold installations, process set up, troubleshooting, cleaning and inspection of inserts, and operation of injection molding equipment.
• Verifying conformance of finished product to specifications using precision measuring instruments and visual inspection.
• Assisting with the design, installation, and scale‑ups of new or modified equipment.
• Demonstrating safe work behaviors to avoid injury to self and others.
• Contributing to continuous improvement and problem solving to drive growth and increase efficiency.

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 prior to start)
• Possess a certificate in injection molding operations, completion of a mechanical or precision molding apprenticeship or formal training program, AND a minimum of one (1) year of manufacturing OR a minimum of five (5) years of molding technician experience
• Must be able to work overtime, weekends, and holidays as scheduled, working up to 12 consecutive hours per day on a fixed 2nd shift and can train on 1st and/or 3rd shift. This is a growing business; the schedule is subject to change based on business demand.

Qualified applicants will be required to take and pass 3M employment testing as part of the selection process

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

• Micro-molding experience with very tight tolerances.
• Experience with Sodick molding machines and Fanuc robots.
• Experience using precision metrology tools including interferometers, profilometers and/or confocal microscopes.
• Ability to read blueprints and mechanical drawings.
• Mechanical and electrical skills to troubleshoot, adjust, repair and maintain equipment.
• Basic math skills.
• Knowledge of basic Windows-based operating systems.
• Experience performing stringent visual inspections.
• Ability to complete work without supervision and work well within a team environment.

Travel:
May include up to [0%] [domestic/international] Relocation Assistance:
May be 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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Applicable to US Applicants Only:
The starting rate of pay for this position is $29,87, with the potential to reach $31,83 . 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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