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On average, employees at 3M give their company a 3.9 rating out of 5.0 - which is equal to the average rating for all companies on CareerBliss. The happiest 3M employees are Product Development Engineers submitting an average rating of 4.6 and Manufacturing Managers with a rating of 4.5.

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3.9
Average Rating
(based on 200 3M Review Ratings)

Ratings by Category

Company Culture
3.8
Growth Opportunities
3.5
People You Work With
4.3
Person You Work For
4.1
Rewards You Receive
3.8
Support You Get
4.0
Way You Work
4.1
Work Setting
3.9
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"3M is a dedicated, strong employer that is passionate about their customers."
Posted 15 years ago
Product Development Engineer

"Hey, they laid me off. It's not heaven, but not the worst place I've worked, either."

Master Service Technician

"Great company, great job. I wish I was still working for 3M."

What do you like about working at 3M?

"Everything."

What don't you like about working at 3M?

"Nothing. They sold the division I was working for to another company."

Company-Industry Rating Comparison

3.9
3M (291)

4.7 Highest Rated in this Industry is Sigma Designs (5)
2.2 Lowest Rated in this Industry is Polara Engineering (6)
3.9 Average of All Companies in this Industry (20,231)
Journeyman Mechanic

What do you like about working at 3M?

"Working as a team."

Do you have any tips for others interviewing with this company?

"It is a good place to work if you are happy at staying were you are and no growth in management."

What don't you like about working at 3M?

"Hours of operation."

What suggestions do you have for management?

"I think that most of the management team are pretty good at what they do."

Network Analyst

"3M Corporation is a first rate company to work for if you can be so lucky."

What do you like about working at 3M?

"The people I worked with were very outgoing and sociable. They also took work very seriously and did not let each other down when things got difficult."

Do you have any tips for others interviewing with this company?

"Don't hesitate to accept work for 3M Corporation if given the opportunity. I believe it is still a great company with ever expanding goals."

What don't you like about working at 3M?

"They shut our plant down due to the economy, so that comes to mind first on the bad side of things with 3M Corporation."

What suggestions do you have for management?

"Consider the employees that are affected and the need for their skills before rushing to make decisions on closures. The skill set at some plants such as our own in Petaluma, California was so high we could have accomplished other areas for the company with our size and engineering and support knowledge."

Senior Professional

What do you like about working at 3M?

"Opportunity for growth and innovative products."

Do you have any tips for others interviewing with this company?

"Research Graceway Pharmaceuticals since their future is in jeopardy."

What don't you like about working at 3M?

"Pressure to meet quota quarterly."

What suggestions do you have for management?

"Develop program for senior reps to take some of the pressure off."

Customer Service Manager

"Great work/life balance."

Senior Engineering Technician

"A great company to work for."

What do you like about working at 3M?

"I enjoyed it. It was a very stimulating environment to work in. Very professionally nurturing."

Do you have any tips for others interviewing with this company?

"Be on top of your game. Be ready for any question."

What don't you like about working at 3M?

"There were no negatives."

What suggestions do you have for management?

"I have no complaints, I would work for them again."

Control Systems Engineer

What do you like about working at 3M?

"Everything."

Do you have any tips for others interviewing with this company?

"None, but good luck."

IT Analyst

"Working at 3M as an IT Analyst was amazing, great smart people who are willing to work together."

Analytical Chemist

"A great American Company."

3M Employee

"Great career field!!!!"

What do you like about working at 3M?

"Company culture; strong brand."

Advanced Application Development Specialist

What do you like about working at 3M?

"Job security."

Resident Engineer

What do you like about working at 3M?

"Great working environment with multiple growth opportunities."

What don't you like about working at 3M?

"I don't mind the travel, however I was required to travel for three months at a time."

Market Development Manager

"3M is a great company to work for. The individuals within the company are outstanding."

3M Reviews FAQs

Is 3M a good company to work for?

3M has an overall rating of 3.9 Average Rating out of 5, based on over 200 3M Review Ratings left anonymously by 3M employees, which is equal to the average rating for all companies on CareerBliss. 93% of employees would recommend working at 3M.

Does 3M pay their employees well?

3M employees earn $61,000 annually on average, or $29 per hour, which is 8% lower than the national salary average of $66,000 per year. 46 3M employees have shared their salaries on CareerBliss. Find 3M Salaries by Job Title.

How satisfied are employees working at 3M?

93% of employees would recommend working at 3M with the overall rating of 3.9 out of 5. Employees also rated 3M 3.8 out of 5 for Company Culture, 3.8 for Rewards You Receive, 3.5 for Growth Opportunities and 4.0 for support you get.

What is the highest paying job at 3M?

According to our data, the highest paying job at 3M is a Business Consultant at $200,000 annually. Browse 3M Salaries by Job Profile.

What is the lowest paying job at 3M?

According to our data, the lowest paying job at 3M is a Staff Supervisor at $14,000 annually. Browse 3M Salaries by Job Profile.

What are the pros and cons of working at 3M?

According to reviews on CareerBliss, employees commonly rated the pros of working at 3M to be Company Culture, Growth Opportunities, People You Work With and Person You Work For, and no cons.

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