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Job Description:

Calibration 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 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

As a(n) Calibration Technician 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:

• Applying knowledge of measurement science, mathematics, physics, and electronics to calibrate inspection, measurement, and test equipment (IM&TE) to ensure measurement accuracy. Also, apply the principles of metrology in the area of; Electrical / Electronic, Thermodynamic, Dimensional, Physical, and Mechanical disciplines and associated sub-disciplines.
• Reading and working to the indicated accuracy, specifications, and tolerances as detailed on appropriate calibration standards and standardized procedures.
• Performing calibration troubleshooting or diagnoses and performs corrective adjustments based on identified calibration problems.
• Setting up, operating, and reading precision testing and measuring instruments to the instrument manufacturers or client's specifications for accuracy. Precision testing and measuring instruments include devices such as, but not limited to ammeters, voltmeters, ohmmeters, oscilloscopes, balances, power supplies, thermometers, viscometers, scales, tachometers, strobe lights, hygrometers, pressure / vacuum gauges, microscopes, torque meters, and chart recorders.
• Keeping work area neat and orderly and contributes efforts toward the overall cleanliness of the shop.

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) from an accredited institution.
• Minimum two (2) years calibration experience in a private, public, government, or military environment.
• Minimum one (1) year calibration experience operating to ISO 17025, ISO 9001 standards in a private, public, government, or military environment.
• Appropriate driver's license and pass Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) check.

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

• Possess a 2-year degree or higher from an accredited university.
• Two (2) years of calibration experience within the last five (5) years in a private, public, government, or military environment.
• Precision Measurement Equipment Laboratory (PMEL) training or equivalent formal technical training.
• Experience with Met/Cal Procedure Writing and Met/Team Database Administration in a private, public, government, or military environment.
• Strong oral and written communication skills and a demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with multiple functions and organizations.

Pay & Benefits:

• The starting rate of pay for this position is $47.34. 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/

Travel: May include up to [0%][domestic/international]

Relocation Assistance: May be 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 starting rate of pay for this position is $47,34, with the potential to reach $47,34 . 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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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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