Job Description :

3M QUAPAW is seeking a Production Operator for Quapaw, OK. This position is FULL-TIME.

Job Description :

The person hired for the position Production Operator will be responsible for producing and assembling products in the plant.

They operate and maintain machinery, ensure production standards are met, finalize products, and prepare them for shipping.

Responsibilities :

• Observing all safety procedures, maintain a clean and safe work area.
• Applying quality instructions & specifications
• Monitoring the production or packing operation to ensure quality objectives are met.
• Loading / unloading material into & from equipment.
• Working as a team member through sharing information, problem solving & assisting others

Required :

Possess a High School Diploma / GED or higher.

Desired :

Perform work requiring general knowledge of production principles where productive process depends on an ability to detect and correct the defect.

Basic understanding of Lean principles.

Must recognize any non standard conditions and / or raw materials and know when to take the necessary action or seek advice;

Must use judgement to perform semi-repetitive job involving some variety of detail or responsibility where actions to be taken and decisions to be made are limited.

• Operate PLC or DCS controls, hand tools, various powered trucks, valves, and some test equipment; set up and operate equipment where moderate adjustment is required.
• Close attention to detail, such as process conditions, is required at all times to avoid costly rework, production delays, safety incidents or scrap;
• continuously monitor equipment, process and product quality; ability to operate in an environment where complex machine operations happen simultaneously;

ability to plan ahead in the process and production schedule to complete tasks in a timely fashion; execute proper in process tests.

This posting is for a Production Operator I position at 3M Quapaw. 3M anticipates that multiple openings for this position will occur over time.

Qualified applicants may be considered as openings occur at 3M Quapaw, and 3M will accept applications for up to 6 months from the posting date of this requisition.

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

Pay & Benefits :

• Competitive Salary
• Health Benefits (Vision & Dental) Coverage starts day 1 (One) of employment.
• 401K Match
• Employee Stock Discount

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About 3M

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Be part of improving how people live and work every day. Be part of what’s next at 3M!

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Applicable to US Applicants Only : The starting rate of pay for this position is $21.07, with the potential to reach $28.

09 . 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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Last updated : 2024-04-26