Additive Manufacturing (AM) Technician

Essential Responsibilities and Duties

• Set up, operate, and maintain additive manufacturing (AM) machines, post-processing equipment, and tensile sing machine.
• Monitor and record operational information, including functional issues, material consumption rates, and build completion dates.
• Follow work orders, procedures, specifications, and s instructions.
• Utilize various quality control gauges and measurement tools to inspect and measure parts.
• Review work instructions for additional information and special requirements.
• Ensure compliance with all Quality Management Systems, including adherence to good documentation practices (GDP).
• Aid in creating, reviewing, and maintaining process documentation in compliance with ISO 13485 and internal Quality Management System (QMS) requirements.
• Support validation activities, including s method validation and process qualification documentation.
• Identify and troubleshoot machine and manufacturing issues.
• Maintain thorough and accurate records of manufacturing activities.
• Contribute to process improvements by identifying inefficiencies and proposing solutions in collaboration with engineering and quality teams.
• Perform other assigned duties as required

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing or completed an Associate degree in engineering sciences or a related technical discipline.
• (Availability during standard on-site working hours in the lab is required).
• Strong time management, prioritization skills, and attention to detail.
• Basic understanding of Additive Manufacturing technologies.
• Proficiency with manufacturing equipment and quality inspection tools.
• Ability to work independently and complete tasks with minimal supervision.
• Experience with basic shop tools and hand tools.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Excel, and Word.
• Basic computer skills required, including the ability to download files, organize files, and upload documents to SharePoint or similar platforms.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to adapt to evolving manufacturing and quality requirements.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in an ISO 13485-regulated environment.
• Familiarity with Additive Manufacturing processes and process parameter development.
• Experience using slicer software for Additive Manufacturing.
• Capability to manipulate files and parts using CAD/CAM software.
• Experience operating additive manufacturing equipment.
• Experience in mechanical sing, such as tensile sing, to evaluate material properties and performance.
• Experience in writing validations, including s method validations and related documentation.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.