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Production Operator (P&F)

Solventum
United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 7 Jan 2026
💰 $51,160/yr($48,480/yr$51,160/yr)

About the role

Thank you for your interest in joining Solventum. Solventum is a new healthcare company with a long legacy of solving big challenges that improve lives and help healthcare professionals perform at their best. At Solventum, people are at the heart of every innovation we pursue. Guided by empathy, insight, and clinical intelligence, we collaborate with the best minds in healthcare to address our customers’ toughest challenges. While we continue updating the Solventum Careers Page and applicant materials, some documents may still reflect legacy branding. Please note that all listed roles are Solventum positions, and our Privacy Policy: https://www.solventum.com/en-us/home/legal/website-privacy-statement/applicant-privacy/ applies to any personal information you submit. As it was with 3M, at Solventum all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Job Description:

Solventum is seeking Production Operator candidates to join our Purification & Filtration team in Columbia MO!

  • Shift Options: 2nd Shift (Monday - Friday; 3:30pm – 11:30pm) or 3rd shift (Sunday Night - Friday Morning; 11:30pm - 7:30am)

  • Starting Pay: $24.24/hour + Shift Differential (Pay Increase after 12 months to $25.58/hour)

Solventum Purification & Filtration business

We are pleased to report that Solventum has successfully completed the sale of its Purification & Filtration (P&F) business to Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. (Thermo Fischer). This is a significant milestone for the P&F business, allowing for the strategic investment and resources needed to sustain growth and deliver customer solutions. Please note that this position is scheduled to transfer to a local subsidiary of Thermo Fisher in your country. However, the position is in a country where the transfer of employees to Thermo Fisher is delayed until a later date. By joining Solventum during this transitional period, you will be able to work alongside an energized and mission-driven team who is experiencing this transition along with you. Until the transfer is complete, you will be employed by Solventum, and your employment is subject to all applicable terms and conditions as outlined in our employment agreement and company policies

The Impact You’ll Make in this Role

As a Production Operator, 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:

  • Observing all safety procedures while maintaining a clean and safe work area 

  • Applying quality instructions & specifications 

  • Monitoring the production or packing operation to ensure quality objectives are met 

  • Loading/unloading material into & from equipment 

  • Working as a team member through sharing information, problem solving & assisting others 

  • Possessing the ability to clearly speak, understand, and write in English to communicate effectively in both verbal and written contexts.

Your Skills and Expertise 

To set you up for success in this role from day one, Solventum requires (at a minimum) the following qualifications:

  • Possess a High School Diploma / GED or higher (completed prior to start)

  • Ability to work either 2nd or 3rd shift

  • Ability to work overtime, weekends, or holidays as needed

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

  • Post-high school education 

  • Basic computer knowledge 

Work location: Onsite - 5400 Paris Rd, Columbia, MO 65202

Travel: No Travel

Relocation Assistance: 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 

Solventum offers many programs to help you live your best life – both physically and financially. To ensure competitive pay and benefits, Solventum regularly benchmarks with other companies that are comparable in size and scope.

The starting rate of pay for this position is $24.24/hr, with the potential for future pay increases. 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

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