3d Print Specialist

Job Summary
We are seeking a dynamic and innovative 3D Print Specialist to join our cutting-edge manufacturing team. In this role, you will be responsible for operating, maintaining, and optimizing 3D printing equipment to produce high-quality prototypes and functional parts. Your expertise will drive the development of complex models, ensuring precision and efficiency throughout the production process. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work with advanced additive manufacturing technologies in a fast-paced, collaborative environment dedicated to pushing the boundaries of design and production.

Duties

• Operate a variety of 3D printing machines, including Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM), Stereolithography (SLA), and Selective Laser Sintering (SLS) systems, ensuring optimal performance.
• Prepare digital models using graphic design and layout software, verifying file integrity and compatibility with printing hardware.
• Conduct prepress tasks such as slicing models, setting print parameters, and managing color profiles for accurate color reproduction.
• Perform routine maintenance on 3D printers to prevent downtime and troubleshoot mechanical or software issues swiftly.
• Collaborate with design teams to refine models for manufacturability, incorporating feedback on typography, layout design, and material selection.
• Implement quality control procedures by inspecting printed parts for dimensional accuracy, surface finish, and structural integrity.
• Manage inventory of printing materials like filaments, resins, and powders while adhering to safety standards in manufacturing environments.
• Document print jobs, maintenance activities, and quality checks meticulously to ensure traceability and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Proven experience operating various 3D printing technologies such as FDM, SLA, or SLS in a manufacturing or prototyping setting.
• Strong knowledge of graphic design principles and proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite for preparing digital files.
• Familiarity with prepress processes including slicing software, color management techniques, and layout optimization.
• Understanding of manufacturing workflows, CNC machining processes, and quality control standards in production environments.
• Ability to troubleshoot mechanical issues on 3D printers and perform basic repairs or adjustments as needed.
• Knowledge of safety protocols related to handling printing materials like resins or powders in a manufacturing setting.
• Excellent attention to detail with strong skills in typography, layout design, and print advertising concepts is a plus.
• Physical ability to handle materials and operate machinery safely; forklift certification is advantageous but not mandatory. Join us as a 3D Print Specialist and be part of a forward-thinking team that values innovation, precision, and continuous learning! This role offers an energetic environment where your technical skills will directly contribute to groundbreaking projects in additive manufacturing technology.

Pay: $15.00 - $15.50 per hour

Work Location: In person