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Part-Time Warehouse Operator Weekend Shift

3M · Dekalb, IL · Part time

Posted Sep 2, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

The openings in DeKalb are on 2nd shift or the Sunday night to Friday morning 3rd shift. Which works for you, and how have you handled schedules like that before?

What they are checking: Whether they can reliably show up for off-hours shifts, which is often the main reason people leave.

You could be assigned to hand assembly, running machinery, general warehouse work or packaging. Tell me about a job where you had to switch tasks often.

What they are checking: Whether they adapt without frustration when the daily assignment changes.

Tell me about a time you found an error in an order before it shipped.

What they are checking: Whether they double check their own work and catch problems that would reach a customer.

Tell me about a time you worked with someone you didn't get along with to get the job done.

What they are checking: Whether they keep working relationships steady on a team that relies on each other every shift.

What does good attendance mean to you, and how have you kept it in past jobs?

What they are checking: Whether they understand how one absence puts extra load on everyone else on the shift.

What would you do

How do you keep your pace up on repetitive packing or assembly work without letting mistakes creep in?

What they are checking: Whether they can balance speed and accuracy, the core tradeoff in distribution work.

You notice a pallet stacked unevenly and leaning in an aisle. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they act on hazards they did not create instead of walking past them.

What would you do if you were falling behind on your rate and a teammate offered to help by skipping a scan or check?

What they are checking: Whether they protect accuracy steps even when they are under pressure to hit numbers.

How do you handle a supervisor moving you to a different area in the middle of your shift?

What they are checking: Whether they respond to changing priorities calmly and without slowing the team down.

About the work

Have you run any warehouse machinery or equipment? How did you learn to use it safely?

What they are checking: Whether they respect training and safe operation rather than learning by trial and error.

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The full job description

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Job Description: Job Title: Part-Time Warehouse Operator Weekend Shift Location: DeKalb, IL Shift: • Part-time (20) 2:30 PM - 6:30 PM Monday-Friday • Part-time (20) 6:30 PM - 10:30 PM Monday-Friday • Part-time Weekends (20) 6:30 AM-4:30 PM Saturday-Sunday 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 The person hired for the position of Warehouse Operator will work in our 3M Distribution Center . Assignment could be anywhere from hand assembly, running machinery, warehouse general work or packaging. We are actively interviewing candidates for current and future Warehouse Operator opportunities. Qualified candidates may be considered for current openings or added to our hiring pool for future opportunities as they become available. As a Warehouse Operator (Part-Time Weekend Shift) , 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: • Operate production equipment and work at various machines or workstations to assemble products, package finished goods, and inspect product quality. • Utilize computer systems to support operations, including process monitoring, data entry, inventory transactions, and order processing. • Follow established operating procedures, safety requirements, and customer specifications to ensure quality products are produced and delivered on time. • Fill, process, pick, pack, stage, and prepare customer orders and finished goods for shipment and distribution. • Inspect products and orders for accuracy and quality, including identifying damaged, missing, or non-conforming items, while maintaining a clean, organized, and safe work environment. Your Skills and Expertise To set you up for success in this role from day one, 3M requires (at a minimum) the following qualifications: Required: 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 higher • Work some weekends, overtime, extended hours and holidays as needed. Applicants meeting the basic qualifications 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: Desired: • Minimum one (1) year of experience in a warehouse operations role in a private, public, government of military environment • Demonstrated attention to detail • Strong written & verbal communication skills • Basic computer skills 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 $21.81/hr . This targeted compensation 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. Chat with Max For assistance with searching through our current job openings or for more information about all things 3M, visit Max, our virtual recruiting assistant on 3M.com/careers. All US-based 3M full time employees will need to sign an employee agreement as a condition of employment with 3M. This agreement lays out key terms on using 3M Confidential Information and Trade Secrets. It also has provisions discussing conflicts of interest and how inventions are assigned. Employees that are Job Grade 7 or equivalent and above may also have obligations to not compete against 3M or solicit its employees or customers, both during their employment, and for a period after they leave 3M. 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/ 3M does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Please note: your application may not be considered if you do not provide your education and work history, either by: 1) uploading a resume, or 2) entering the information into the application fields directly. 3M Global Terms of Use and Privacy Statement Carefully read these Terms of Use before using this website. Your access to and use of this website and application for a job at 3M are conditioned on your acceptance and compliance with these terms. 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