Sponsorship verdict
Sponsorship unlikely
Something in the evidence works against sponsorship. Read the reasons before you invest time.
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Employer is on a government sponsor recordThe US Department of Labor certified 17 H-1B/E-3 labor condition applications for this employer between Oct 2025 and Jun 2026 (latest Jun 2026) — the step every H-1B hire needs first.
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The posting doesn’t mention sponsorshipSilence isn’t a refusal — ask the recruiter before investing much time.
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No salary bar for this routeH-1B has no fixed salary bar: the employer must pay at least the prevailing wage for the role and area.
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Existing work authorization requiredFrom the posting’s own wording.
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Confirmed live todayWhen a source last listed this job as open.
Details and sources
- Employer is on a government sponsor record
- The US Department of Labor certified 17 H-1B/E-3 labor condition applications for this employer between Oct 2025 and Jun 2026 (latest Jun 2026) — the step every H-1B hire needs first. Source: LCA disclosure data (US Department of Labor (OFLC)).
- No salary bar for this route
- H-1B has no fixed salary bar: the employer must pay at least the prevailing wage for the role and area. Cap-subject employers enter a lottery weighted by wage level. Source: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2025/12/29/2025-23853/weighted-selection-process-for-registrants-and-petitioners-seeking-to-file-cap-subject-h-1b, rules effective 2026-02-27.
US H-1B: cap-subject employers enter a lottery weighted by wage level — Level I gets 1 entry, Level IV gets 4 (DHS projected selection odds ≈15% at Level I to ≈61% at Level IV). Universities and non-profit research employers are cap-exempt. The $100,000 fee for new petitions from abroad is currently blocked by a court order (appeal pending).
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About the role
Job Description:
JOB TITLE: Expansion Operator
LOCATION: Chelmsford, MA
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.
3M is seeking Expansion Operator candidates for 3M Chelmsford, MA
• Full- time 3rd shift 11:00 pm-7:30 AM
• Starting Rate: $29.81+ Shift Differentials
• New hires start with 3 weeks paid vacation
• Health, vision and dental start day one
• Employee stock discount
• 401K Match of 5%
Job Description:
The person hired for the position of Expansion Operator will work at our Chelmsford MA plant site.
As an Expansion 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:
Your Skills and Expertise
To set you up for success in this role from day one, 3M requires (at a minimum) the following qualifications:
The fundamental responsibility is to operate various segments of the Expansion Operation to effectively support the efficient setup and production of material.
• Minimum 3 years of Manufacturing Experience
• MES and/or SAP experience
Required: (Basic Qualifications)
• Possess a High School Diploma/GED or higher completed and verified prior to start
Additional qualifications that could help you succeed even further in this role include:
• This position is responsible for the operation of equipment associated with the expansion team.
• Working from written and verbal instructions, organize and perform all operations necessary to produce the required products in accordance with the production schedule.
• All work is performed to meet 3M quality standards. Set-up and run all products on the appropriate equipment.
• Perform the necessary preventive maintenance, initiate shop work orders for any conditions that require the maintenance department assistance.
• Work with Engineering and R&D to resolve process problems and scale up new products. Continuously monitor products, equipment and document in-process quality.
• The operator will be required to assist other operators in the proficient utilization of all equipment and processes.
• Upon completion of each job, move all material to the appropriate area for next operations.
• Observe department rules and document any unsafe acts or conditions.
• Required PPE must be worn at all times.
• Maintain good housekeeping practices at all times.
• The knowledge of 3M testing procedures, gauges and process standards is required.
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: Chelmsford, MA
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 $29.81. This rate 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 Fl
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