3D Printing Machine Operator

About the role

Stratasys is seeking a 3D Printing Machine Operator to join our team in Minnetonka, MN. This role involves machine setup and changeovers, material preparation, and supporting efficient production operations.

Responsibilities

• Staging and storage of raw materials
• Prepare materials, which may include mixing powders, to be loaded into machines
• Prepare and load machines for the next build
• Start machines for new or additional builds
• Manage the workflow for the assigned team
• Perform minor maintenance if needed
• Resolve problems that arise during build prep or the build, collaborating with programmers and maintenance as needed
• Clean manufacturing floor after changeovers/end of day
• Calibrate or adjust equipment to ensure quality production
• Absorb material stripping operation
• Perform routine checks on machine parts such as laser calibration, leak rate and IR calibration
• Document and update databases, and any material or build logs
• Document Incoming raw materials
• Maintain service records and reports
• Keep machine areas and machines clean at all times
• Ensure assigned team follows standard operating processes and procedures i.e., ISO, ITAR and Aerospace
• Help improve processes and procedures
• Follow all company and specifically departmental safety policies and procedures
• Attend all required company training
• Demonstrate commitments to Stratasys Behaviors by leading, acting, and modeling these values
• Other responsibilities as assigned by the department or manager

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Four years of experience as a machine operator in a manufacturing or production setting
• Solid understanding of additive manufacturing processes
• Able to work independently
• Advanced reading and writing
• Advanced Computer skills (Microsoft Office and email)
• Advanced Math skills
• Good mechanical aptitude skills and manual dexterity for operating machinery
• Excellent problem solving skills utilizing previous experience
• Critical thinking skills

Nice to have

• Shows willingness to take on new tasks and embraces new challenges
• Knowledge of properties of plastics
• Ability to work overtime and weekends when needed

Pay

The starting pay rate is from $21 to $26 per hour, which does not include variable incentive pay.

Schedule

None