Mechanic Technician – Menomonie, WI

Mechanic Technician – Menomonie, WI

Shifts:

Structured rotating schedule: primarily day shift, with periodic afternoon and night shift rotations

Starting Pay:

• $37.53 to $39.05 per hour, depending on experience
• $2.00 per hour differential for night shift and double time pay on Sunday
• Pay increases throughout the two years as you learn new tasks and take on more responsibility.

As a Mechanic Technician, you will be part of a team that keeps our manufacturing operation running safely, efficiently, and with pride for the products we produce and the customers we serve. This role is a great fit for individuals who want diverse and technically rewarding hands-on work, benefits starting on your first day, and opportunities to grow.

Why Our Employees Choose to Stay

• On-the-job training with experienced team members
• Safe, clean, climate-controlled work areas and a welcoming, respectful work environment
• Ability to build expertise across legacy systems and modern utilities equipment, creating ongoing opportunities to learn and grow
• Pay, benefits, and paid time off that supports your well-being on and off the job

What You Do

• Follow safe work behaviors and look out for hazards
• Diagnose, troubleshoot and repair and maintain mechanical equipment, systems or processes on slitters, extruders, web systems, conveyors, winders, compressors and pumps
• Machine and fabricate parts
• Weld, braze, rig and tram equipment and general building repair
• Recommend equipment improvements to optimize performance and efficiency
• Create a positive, inclusive work environment
• Document completed work in an electronic logbook.

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

• Two (2) year associates degree OR be within 6 months of obtaining an associate's degree in a mechanical maintenance or electro-mechanic field including Mechatronics Specialist and Automation Engineering
• OR
• One-year technical diploma or higher (completed and verified prior to start) in mechanical maintenance field AND two (2) or more years of experience in maintenance field
• OR
• Possess a High School Diploma or GED (completed before the start date) AND five (5) or more years of experience in maintenance/mechanic field
• Reliable transportation to Menomonie, WI (54751), or relocation before starting
• Completion of a job-related readiness assessment

Other Helpful Experience You May Have

• Experience with manufacturing and/or manufacturing technology on web process equipment
• Experience with welding fabrication and machine tool technology
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to interact with a diverse audience
• Self-motivated, dependable, and team-oriented work style

About the Job Readiness Assessment

As part of our hiring process, candidates complete a short, job-related assessment in-person. This step helps ensure everyone can work safely and successfully in the role.

Our Hiring Process

We know your time matters. After applying, qualified candidates will complete a short assessment. After successfully passing, candidates move to an in-person interview with our team, followed by a timely hiring decision.

May include up to 5% domestic travel

Relocation Assistance:
Not Available

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

The starting rate of pay for this position is $37.53 to $39.05. This targeted compensation range 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:

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.