Lab Technician

Job Description

Collaborate with Innovative 3Mers 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 3Mers.

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

Role

As a Laboratory Technician, you will play a crucial role in conducting various tests and experiments to ensure the performance and quality of 3M’s consumer products. Here, you will make an impact by:

• Performing a wide range of laboratory tests and experiments on consumer products, following established protocols and procedures
• Collecting, analyzing, and interpreting data accurately and efficiently
• Operating, maintaining, and calibrating laboratory equipment to ensure accurate and reliable results
• Preparing samples for testing, adhering to strict safety guidelines
• Using computer software to document and report test results, ensuring accuracy and completeness
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot and resolve any issues that arise during testing
• Training others on sample preparation, test methods, and lab protocols
  
  
  

Your Skills And Expertise

To set you up for success in this role from day one, 3M is looking for candidates who meet following minimum requirements:

• Two-year associate degree or higher in a relevant scientific field (ex: chemistry, biology) from an accredited institution (completed and verified prior to start)
• Minimum of 1 year of experience working in a laboratory setting in a private, public, government or military environment
• Current, valid Driver’s License
  
  
  

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

• 2 years of experience in a laboratory environment, preferably within consumer products or a related industry
• Working knowledge of quality control and quality assurance processes
• Proficiency with statistical analysis tools such as Minitab
• Strong technical troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work independently
• Solid understanding of laboratory safety protocols, procedures, and best practices
• Hands-on experience operating laboratory equipment and instrumentation
• Excellent attention to detail, with the ability to follow procedures and instructions accurately
• Strong organizational, time management, communication, and collaboration skills
  
  
  

Work location: This role follows an on-site working model, requiring the employee to work at least four days a week at the 3M Center in Maplewood, MN.

Travel: 0%

Relocation: Not 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 expected compensation range for this position is $60,265 - $73,658, which includes base pay plus variable incentive pay, if eligible. 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.). Additional information is available at: https://www.3m.com/3M/en_US/careers-us/working-at-3m/benefits/.

Good Faith Posting Date Range 05/19/2026 To 06/18/2026 Or until filled

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Responsibilities of this position include that corporate policies, procedures and security standards are complied with while performing assigned duties.

Safety is a core value at 3M. All 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.

Pay & Benefits Overview: https://www.3m.com/3M/en_US/careers-us/working-at-3m/benefits/

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