Full-Time

Production Operator

Updated on 7/21/2026

3M

3M

10,001+ employees

Diversified technology manufacturer of adhesives, PPE.

Compensation Overview

$23.92/hr

No H1B Sponsorship

North Carolina, USA

In Person

On-site at Moncure/Pittsboro, North Carolina; no remote work.

Category
Operations & Logistics (1)

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Requirements
  • Possess a High School Diploma/GED or higher completed and verified prior to start
  • Must be able to work a flexible schedule and overtime as needed
  • Must be legally authorized to work in country of employment without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status)
  • Applicants who meet the basic qualifications above will be required to take and pass 3M elected testing as a part of the selection process
Responsibilities
  • Ensure consistent, high-quality production by operating machinery, assembling products, packaging finished goods, and inspecting output to meet quality standards
  • Support on-time delivery and customer satisfaction by following established operating procedures and customer specifications
  • Drive efficient operations by accurately using computer systems to run production processes, enter data, and maintain inventory records
  • Increase operational flexibility and team effectiveness through cross-training and operation of equipment across multiple areas, including mixing, tripper floor, coloring, C&S operations, and shipping
  • Maintain steady production flow by providing break relief for team members and supporting uninterrupted operations
  • Improve process reliability and product quality by performing and analyzing standard and non-standard manufacturing tests and making informed process decisions
  • Reduce downtime and support safe, efficient operations through visual inspections, preventative maintenance, and strong housekeeping practices
  • Strengthen teamwork and problem-solving by clearly communicating process status, issues, and improvement opportunities with fellow team members
  • Deliver accuracy and consistency by operating production-related computer systems and sampling, splitting, and grading equipment at a high level of precision
Desired Qualifications
  • 1 year of manufacturing experience

3M is a diversified technology and manufacturing company that offers products across sectors such as adhesives, tapes, abrasives, personal protective equipment, healthcare, automotive, home improvement, and films. Its products rely on materials science and engineering to solve tasks, from bonding surfaces and finishing surfaces to protecting people and enabling diagnostics. It differentiates itself through a large patent portfolio, a broad applied-science focus across many industries, and scale, plus ongoing sustainability efforts. Its goal is to deliver reliable solutions that tackle real-world problems while driving environmental and social responsibility and creating value across its markets.

Company Size

10,001+

Company Stage

IPO

Headquarters

Saint Paul, Minnesota

Founded

1902

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What believers are saying

  • Data center optical connectivity segment grew over 50% quarterly, expanding market to $2 billion
  • Microsoft partnership deploys EBO technology in Azure, accelerating AI infrastructure adoption
  • AI assistant Ask 3M enables self-service material selection across 49 technology platforms

What critics are saying

  • Australia's $1.4B PFAS lawsuit threatens multi-billion exposure with 70–85% probability in 6–12 months
  • Victorian PFAS ban eliminates firefighting foam revenue, with 65–80% probability in 6–12 months
  • Consumer-led PFAS class action could trigger global litigation wave, 60–75% probability in 9–15 months

What makes 3M unique

  • Over 100,000 patents drive innovation across 49 technology platforms
  • Diversified portfolio spans industrial, safety, automotive, and consumer markets
  • Science-based culture solves complex challenges with 84 new products launched in Q1 2026

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account

Unlimited Paid Time Off

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Leave

Paid Holidays

Hybrid Work Options

Remote Work Options

Relocation Assistance

Growth & Insights and Company News

Headcount

6 month growth

4%

1 year growth

4%

2 year growth

3%
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