Maintenance Mechanic at 3M in Red Wing, Minnesota

Job Description:

Job Description:

Job Title
Maintenance Mechanic II (2nd Shift)

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 diversity of people, global locations, technologies and products, 3M is a place where you can collaborate with 93,000 other curious, creative 3Mers.

“3M’s culture is driven by curious, spirited and collaborative people who are constantly asking ‘What if?’ And the many talents of 3Mers around the globe have me incredibly excited about what’s to come next.” – Kristen Ludgate, senior vice president of Human Resources at 3M

The Impact You’ll Make in this Role
As a Maintenance Mechanic II, 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:

• Inspecting, testing, dismantling machinery/equipment to detect malfunction, discussing machine variations with operators or supervisors to diagnose problem, and then repairing machine.


• Installing, diagnosing, and repairing electrical apparatus, such as transformers and wiring, electrical and electronic components of machinery and equipment as well as pneumatic controls such as valves, cylinders, accumulators, and connections.


• Performing millwright tasks such as moving equipment, material and machinery using standard methods of lifting, rigging, hoisting, blocking, skidding, and rolling.


• Operating cutting torch, plasma cutter, or welding equipment to cut or join metal parts as well as using mill, lathe and other shop equipment to fabricate and repair basic machine parts.


• Repairing and maintaining physical structure of establishment, including snow removal, HVAC and compressed air systems. Also, maintaining preventative maintenance program by cleaning and lubricating shafts, bearings, gears, and other parts of machinery central to optimal machine performance.  In addition, documenting preventative maintenance activities.

Your Skills and Expertise 
To set you up for success in this role from day one, 3M is looking for candidates who must have the following qualifications:

• Possess a H.S. Diploma/GED or higher (completed and verified prior to start)


• Minimum of three (3) years direct Maintenance experience


• Minimum of four (4) months of experience of Hydraulic & Pneumatic principles, and ability to diagnose Mechanical and Electrical issues as well as read and interpret blueprints.


• Able to work second shift as well as overtime per business need (during the week and/or weekend).

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

• Fluent in English, both written and verbal


• Experience in solving recurring problems through determination of root cause


• Ability to maintain neat and orderly conditions where you work and promote safe conditions

Travel: N/A

Relocation Assistance: Is 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. 

Resources for You 

For more details on what happens before, during and after the interview process, check out the Insights for Candidates page at 3M.com/careers. 

Learn more about 3M’s creative solutions to the world’s problems at www.3M.com or on Twitter @3M.

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

3M is an equal opportunity employer.  3M  will not discriminate against any applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.

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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