3M employees working as Machine Operator in US have attributed a compensation and benefits rating of 2.5 out of 5 stars, based on 52 ratings. This is 17% lower than the average of Machine Operator professionals at 3M worldwide.
The salary trajectory of a Machine Operator ranges between locations and employers. The salary starts at CA$42,446 per year (estimate) and goes up to CA$60,608 per year (estimate) for the highest level of seniority.
The estimated average salary for a Machine Operator at 3M is CA$50,527 per year or CA$24 per hour, but some professionals have reported earning up to roughly CA$69,718 per year (90th percentile). The typical pay range is between CA$43,054 (25th percentile) and CA$59,926 (75th percentile) annually. This is based on 3 salaries submitted by 3M Machine Operator professionals on Glassdoor, as of Jul 2026.