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≈ $44k – $77k per year (Estimated)
Location
In office (Moncure)
Seniority
Junior · 1+ year exp
Visa
No sponsorship (stated in the posting)
Employment
Full-Time

Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 20, 2026. First seen by Alion on Jun 12, 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: PRODUCTION OPERATOR 2nd shift(2:00 pm to 10:00 pm)

LOCATION: Moncure/Pittsboro, North Carolina

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.

Job Description:

The person hired for the position of Production Operator will work at our Moncure/Pittsboro, NC site.

As a Production Operator you will have the opportunity to tap into your curiosity and collaborate with some of the most innovative people around the world.

Here, you will make an impact by:

  • 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

Your Skills and Expertise

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

  • 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

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

  • 1 year of manufacturing experience

Applicants who meet the basic qualifications above will be required to take and pass 3M elected testing as a part of the selection process

Work Location: Moncure/Pittsboro, NC plant site.

Travel: None

Relocation Assistance: NA

Must be legally authorized to work in country of employment without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status).

Pay Transparency:

The starting rate of pay for this position is $23.92 per hour. This 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/.

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.

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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