Product Inspector Team Member

United StatesFull-time$24.64–$32.84/hrPosted Jul 21, 2026

Job Description:

Job Title: Product Inspector Team Member
Location: Angleton, TX

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.

The person hired for the position of Product Inspector Team Member will work at our Angleton, TX.

As a Product Inspector Team Member 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:

Lab Tech responsible for preparing, operating, maintaining, and calibrating laboratory and testing equipment; ensuring compliance with established test methods, safety standards, and quality requirements.
Perform QC/QA testing, conduct calculations, and analyze samples and test data to verify conformance to specifications, identify variability, investigate root causes, and support corrective actions.
Document and communicate testing results, maintain accurate records, and prepare detailed reports to support quality and regulatory requirements.
Collaborate with internal teams, customers, suppliers, and external testing/regulatory organizations; provide training on testing procedures and equipment usage.
Maintain a safe, organized laboratory environment while supporting Quality, Environmental, Health, and Safety objectives and completing additional duties as assigned.

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.

Possess a High School diploma/GED, or equivalent, (completed and verified prior to start)
One-year (1) of experience in a laboratory, quality, manufacturing, testing, calibration, or technical work environment in a private, public or military environment
Basic computer skills, including data entry and record documentation.
Ability to work rotating shifts, overtime, weekends, and holidays as required.

***Applicants meeting the basic qualification above may be required to take and pass 3M elected testing as a part of the selection process

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

Experience as a Lab Technician, Quality Technician, or in a similar technical role.
Experience performing testing, sample analysis, and following documented test methods.
Experience using, maintaining, and/or performing calibration of laboratory or testing equipment.
Experience with Quality Control (QC) and Quality Assurance (QA) processes, documentation, and recordkeeping.

Work Location: Onsite in Angleton, TX

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 pay range for this position is $24.64/hr.-$32.84/hr. 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.

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Applicable to US Applicants Only:The starting rate of pay for this position is $24.64, with the potential to reach $32.84 . 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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