Additive Manufacturing Technician

Description

POSITION SUMMARY

The Additive Manufacturing Technician is responsible for setup, operate, clean, and maintain additive machines to ensure efficient operations, prevent contamination and achieve high utilization. 

Requirements

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Setup, operate and perform daily as well as preventative maintenance on additive manufacturing machines. 
•  Strictly adheres to proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE). 
•  Post processing of 3D printed parts. (Hand skills are required while handling exacto knives and scrapers) 
•  Changing out equipment to different materials and calibration of equipment 
•  Adhering to the AS9100 standard and complying with internal quality standards 
•  Proper disposal of hazardous waste 
•  Ability to accurately read and record information (i. e. material manufacture date, serial number, and other criteria) that is critical to the production process. 
•  Handling inventory and keeping up with internal MOQ’s for frequently used materials 
•  Perform housekeeping and cleanup duties upon completion of assigned tasks. Actively participate in housekeeping efforts by maintaining an orderly, clean, and safe work area 
• Familiar with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook. 
• Promote a positive work environment
• Maintain a safe work environment
• Other duties, tasks, and responsibilities that may be assigned at any time.

SKILL REQUIREMENT/EDUCATION:

• Problem Solving — Identifying problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.  
•  Critical Thinking — Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.  
•  Innovative – Generating innovative solutions in work situations; trying different and novel ways to deal with work problems and opportunities.  
•  Quality Orientation – Accomplishing tasks by considering all areas involved, no matter how small; showing concern for all aspects of the job; accurately checking processes and tasks; being watchful over a period of time. Follow procedures, ensuring high-quality output, takes action. 
•  Customer Focus – Ensuring that the customer perspective is a driving force behind business decisions and activities; crafting and implementing service practices that meet customers’ and own organizational needs.   
•  Interpersonal Savvy — Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others and maintaining them over time.
•  High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to work well as part of a team and independently.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• The performance of this position will require exposure to the manufacturing areas where all areas require the use of personal protective equipment such as safety glasses, hearing protection, steel toe shoes, and other mandatory safety equipment.
• For the most part, ambient temperatures are controlled by climate due to production requirements
• This role regularly operates in a manufacturing environment with exposure to airborne powders and particulates. The ability to work in such conditions, with or without reasonable accommodation, is an essential function of the position

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods (up to 8–10 hours per shift) on a manufacturing floor 
• Frequent use of hands for handling, sanding, polishing, grinding, and finishing parts 
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and/or pull materials weighing up to 25–50 pounds, with or without assistance 
• Frequent reaching, bending, stooping, kneeling, and crouching 
• Manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination required to operate finishing tools and equipment 
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE), including respirators, gloves, safety glasses, and protective clothing 
• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment that may include exposure to dust, fumes, noise, chemicals, and varying temperatures 
• Ability to distinguish colors, finishes, and surface defects as needed for quality inspection 
• Sufficient vision (with or without correction) to inspect detailed parts and surfaces 
• Ability to safely operate finishing equipment such as grinders, sanders, bead blasters, or similar tools

SAFETY AND POLICY PRACTICES:

Each employee must be knowledgeable of standard safety policies and procedures and adhere to the same while supporting the goals and objectives of the organization and recognizing the Company’s need to achieve its business objectives. Each employee is responsible for complying with company hazardous waste disposal procedures.

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AFFIRMATIVE ACTION:

ADDMAN Engineering is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Women, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities. All terms and conditions of employment will be administered without regard to an individual’s sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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This position is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) which requires U.S. person status. ITAR defines U.S. person as an U.S. Citizen or U.S. Permanent Resident.

NOTE: This job description is intended to describe the general level of work being performed. This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The duties of this position may change from time to time, and the employee may perform other related duties to meet the ongoing needs of the organization. ADDMAN Engineering reserves the right to add, delete or modify these duties and responsibilities at its discretion. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. Employment is at-will, and nothing in this job description is intended to create or imply a contractual relationship or alter the at-will status of the employee.