Additive Technician

Skills

About the Role

You'll take ownership of shop floor operation for a variety of additive manufacturing machines, delivering hardware with flexibility and a scrappy, get-it-done attitude. You'll be hands-on with high value, computer-controlled equipment, comfortable operating it safely and confidently. When challenges arise, you'll dig in to find creative solutions and collaborate with experts and leaders to keep production moving. You'll thrive in a fast-paced startup environment, staying focused, self-directed, and eager to learn on the fly. You'll be responsible for the mechanical systems that support additive operations, including gas and fluid plumbing and general shop floor equipment. You'll perform manual support removal with air tools, de-power parts using a Solukon system, and operate EDM equipment to cut parts from build plates. You'll keep the shop floor clean and organized, taking ownership of 5S activities and providing feedback to drive continuous process improvement. You'll maintain the equipment and tools that keep the manufacturing process running smoothly. You'll work safely while handling heavy objects and metal powders, using your strong knowledge of hand and power tools to get the job done. You'll manage digital work orders, following computer-based directions and giving feedback to engineering staff to improve process documentation.

Requirements

• No degree required if applicant has relevant background work experience
• Relevant experience such as construction trades, CNC machining, aerospace assembly, or automotive mechanic work
• 1+ years of experience as a metal additive manufacturing technician preferred
• 3+ years of total job experience in a relatable field required
• Comfortable with hands-on operation of high value and high consequence equipment
• Ability to work flexible hours, including second shift and weekends, as needed
• Proficient communication skills and willingness to collaborate with a team
• Knowledge of general fabrication methods including CNC milling, turning, EDM, welding, and bending
• Self-starter mindset with ability to maintain focus when expert input is limited
• Ability to work with high intensity and maintain status tracking and project execution ownership
• Willing to work on site in Kent, WA

Responsibilities

• Operate a variety of additive manufacturing machines to deliver hardware
• Operate high value, computer-controlled equipment
• Find creative solutions and collaborate with experts and leaders when facing challenges
• Stay focused, self-directed, and adaptable in a fast-paced startup environment
• Maintain mechanical systems supporting additive manufacturing operations, including gas and fluid plumbing
• Perform manual support removal using air tools
• De-power parts using a Solukon system
• Operate EDM equipment to cut parts off build plates
• Maintain shop floor cleanliness and organization
• Lead 5S activities and provide feedback for continuous process improvement
• Maintain equipment and supporting tools relevant to the manufacturing process
• Work safely while manipulating heavy objects and handling metal powders
• Use hand and power tools to accomplish tasks
• Follow digital work orders and provide feedback to engineering staff on process documentation

Benefits

• Equity in the form of stock options
• Subsidized medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Company-paid life and disability insurance
• 401(k) plan with employer match
• 4 weeks' Paid Time Off
• 10 paid holidays including an end-of-year closure
• Paid Family/Parental Leave
• On-site gym or monthly wellness stipend
• Dog friendly offices