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Job Description:
PLC/Systems Technician
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 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
As a PLC Systems Technician 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:
- Diagnose, analyze, troubleshoot, service, and repair process and facility equipment
- Troubleshoot and perform repair-type maintenance on process controls and facility support equipment including but not limited to PLC, controls networks, AC/DC drives and motors, Servo drives and motion control systems, and pneumatic devices
- Read and interpret elementary, PID, and industrial controls drawings; interpret PLC logic, blueprints, sketches, vendor drawings and equipment service manuals as required by work assignments
- Work with engineers, technicians or craft people during troubleshooting, repair or modify equipment, systems, or processes
- Contribute technical recommendations for the improvement or optimization of facility equipment and/or process equipment as needed
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 an associate degree or higher (completed and verified prior to start) in an Automation Engineering Technology OR Controls Engineering field
Additional qualifications that could help you succeed even further in this role include:
- Possess an associate degree or higher (completed and verified prior to start) in Automation Engineering Technology OR Electrical Controls Maintenance
- Five (5) years of experience in electrical controls systems maintenance in a private, public, government or military environment.
- Experience with manufacturing and/or manufacturing technology on web processing equipment
- Experience working with Allen Bradley controls and drive technologies
- Experience working with Windows-based computer systems
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills to interact with a diverse audience.
Work location:Menomonie, WITravel: May include up to5% domestic Relocation Assistance: Not authorized
Must be legally authorized to work in country of employment without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status).
The starting rate of pay for this position is $36.54 and $38.66 This targeted compensation range represents a good faith estimate and can vary based on factors including, but not limited to, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Other benefits and incentives may apply; pay and benefits overview: https://www.3m.com/3M/en_US/careers-us/working-at-3m/benefits/. This information is being disclosed in accordance with local Pay Transparency Rules.
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 starting rate of pay for this position is $36,54, with the potential to reach $38,66 . 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/.
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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/
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Employees
Maplewood
Headquarters
$95B
Valuation
Reviews
2.8
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Work Life Balance
2.5
Compensation
4.2
Culture
2.1
Career
2.0
Management
1.8
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Pros
Good pay and compensation
Excellent benefits and 401k match
Friendly and helpful coworkers
Cons
Poor management and leadership
Toxic workplace culture
High turnover and staffing issues
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Base
$26,000
Stock
$32,500
Bonus
$6,500
$45,500
$84,500
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Duration
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Recruiter Screen
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