Lathe Operator

Overview

Lathe Operator I

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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 93,000 others curious, creative 3

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“For more than 30 years at 3M, I’ve seen firsthand how it’s a place where curious, creative and collaborative people thrive and build a rewarding career. As a leader in this company, my goal is to ensure each 3

Mer sees and feels the positive impact we’re making around the world” – Mike Roman, chief executive officer and chairman, 3M.

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

• Verifies and documents in-process inspections for conformance to specifications.
• Visually inspects at various operating steps/operations for product/material defects and that the product is properly identified to maintain traceability.
• Read measuring devices (micrometer, calipers, protractors, and etc.) and core print, face cores, turn outside diameter, bore holes, select and sharpen tools, change parts on the CNC machine

• Possess a High School Diploma/GED or higher from an accredited institution (completed and verified prior to start)
• Work 1st Shift (6AM – 4:30PM, Monday - Thursday), ability to work on weekends, working overtime, rotating shifts, and/or short notice shift coverage
• Must possess basic computer skills

Applicants meeting the basic qualifications above may be required to take and pass 3M elected testing as part of the selection process.

• Must be able to follow written and verbal instructions and basic mathematical calculations.
• Requires production and inspection experience to perform duties. Operate equipment following department Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Work Instructions (WIs).
• Must be able to understand basic CAD drawings/prints.

Travel:
May include up to 0%

Relocation Assistance:
Not authorized

Starting rate of pay for this position is $20.51. 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 can be found at:

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.

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This posting is for a Lathe Operator I position at 3M Montrose, CO. 3M anticipates that multiple openings for this position will occur over time. Qualified applicants may be considered as Lathe Operator I openings occur at 3M Montrose, CO, and 3M will accept applications for up to 6 months from the posting date of this requisition. Eligible applications will be kept open and active until August 3rd, 2026.

After that, the posting will be taken down and applicants will need to apply/re-apply for available open postings at that time.

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.

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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.

Please note:

your application may not be considered if you do not provide your education and work history, either by uploading a resume, or entering the information into the application fields directly.

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.