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≈ $52k – $92k per year (Estimated)
Location
In office (Chelmsford)
Seniority
Middle · 3+ years exp
Visa
No sponsorship (stated in the posting)
Employment
Full-Time

Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 14, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 9, 2026. 3M scores B on the Alion truth index.

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3M

3M is an American industrial conglomerate founded in 1902 as a mining venture that turned to abrasives and adhesives, producing masking tape, Scotch tape and Post-it notes. It sells tens of thousands of products across safety equipment, industrial adhesives and abrasives, electronics materials, filtration and consumer goods, and spun off its healthcare business as Solventum in 2024. The company is headquartered at the 3M Center in Maplewood, Minnesota, United States, near Saint Paul.

Job Description:

JOB TITLE: Finishing Operator

LOCATION: Chelmsford, MA

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 is equally important for you to know that the company that you choose to work for, and its leaders, will support and guide you. With 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.

3M is seeking Finishing Operator candidates in Chelmsford, MA!

  • Full-time Position(s)
    • 1st Shift (7:00am-3:30pm)
    • 2nd Shift (3:00pm-11:30pm)
  • Pay Starting at $24.51/hour plus an additional $.81/hour shift differential (Shift Differential applicable to 2nd Shift Only)
  • New hires start with 3 weeks paid vacation + 12 paid Holidays
  • Health, vision and dental start day one
  • Employee stock discount
  • 401K Match of 5%

Job Description:

As a Finishing Operator, you will have the opportunity to tap into your curiosity and collaborate with some of the most innovative and diverse people around the world. Here, you will make an impact by:

  • Perform print/cut/inspection of expanded tubing to pre-determined lengths using Goodman Cutter
  • Routinely set-up Goodman Cutter blades for proper cut quality
  • Routinely operate all Finishing converting equipment beyond Goodman, including Spooler, Eubanks, Upright Shear, Touch-Up, Kitting, and Repack
  • Accurately record production information including quantity, lot #, labor/setup hours, test results
  • Routinely clean and set-up Domino printer for desired print characteristics
  • Maintain a clean and organized work center and work in a safe manner

Your Skills and Expertise

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

Applicants must be 18 years of age or older to be considered for this 3M Production role, in compliance with U.S. labor and safety laws.

Required:

  • High School Diploma/GED or higher (completed and verified prior to start) from an accredited institution
  • Minimum 3 years of Manufacturing Experience

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

Desired:

  • MES and or SAP experience

Work location: Onsite - Chelmsford, MA

Relocation Assistance: 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.

Chat with Max

For assistance with searching through our current job openings or for more information about all things 3M, visit Max, our virtual recruiting assistant on 3M.com/careers.

The starting rate of pay for this position is $24.02 per hour. 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/.

Applicable to US Applicants Only:The starting rate of pay for this position is $24.51, with the potential to reach $24.51 . 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/.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.Learn more about 3M’s creative solutions to the world’s problems at www.3M.com or on Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn @3M.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/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.

Please note: your application may not be considered if you do not provide your education and work history, either by: 1) uploading a resume, or 2) entering the information into the application fields directly.

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