Additive Manufacturing Technician (Post Processing Operations)
Core
Post-process 3D printed metal parts for industrial-scale additive manufacturing systems, handling everything from powder management to final inspection and shipment.
Role type
Additive Manufacturing Technician (Post Processing)
Builds
Industrial-scale metal parts produced via AI-native additive manufacturing systems
Domain
Advanced Manufacturing / Metal Additive Manufacturing
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Metal additive manufacturing process support, precision deburring, wire EDM operation, surface grinding, sandblasting, support removal, surface finishing, metal powder handling, visual inspection, process improvement
Preferred skills
Manual machining, welding, cutting, fitting, bending of stainless steels/aluminums/nickel alloys, operation of heavy equipment (cranes, forklifts), power tool proficiency
Technologies
wire EDMs, surface grinders, sand blasters, bandsaws, Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint
Responsibilities
Operate and maintain machinery (wire EDMs, grinders, sand blasters, bandsaws); post-process printed parts (cleaning, support removal, finishing); participate in process improvement efforts; manage powder, tool, and equipment turnover; assist with visual inspection and part shipment
Seniority
Entry to Mid-level, hands-on IC