Manufacturing Production Technician 3rd Shift Overnight M-F

About the Role

Emerging from MIT, Poly6 is an exciting, innovative manufacturing company that specializes in the development and production of advanced additive manufacturing and ceramic components for aerospace turbomachinery. We deliver high-performance products that meet the rigorous demands of quality, durability, and precision required for next-generation turbine engines while helping reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

Job Summary

The Production Technician supports daily manufacturing operations in the areas of safety, product quality, throughput, and workplace organization. This role performs hands-on production tasks, follows established processes, and supports continuous improvement efforts to meet daily and weekly production targets.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain additive manufacturing (AM) machines, including setup, calibration, material loading, and solvent production to meet demand.
• Update and maintain chemical inventories to ensure resin and solvent production schedules are met.
• Perform post-processing tasks such as support removal, surface finishing, heat treatment, and machining.
• Interpret technical drawings, CAD models, and build files to ensure accurate production.
• Conduct in-process and final inspections using precision tools and visual standards to verify dimensional and cosmetic quality.
• Follow detailed work instructions, SOPs, and quality standards in compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Achieve team production and efficiency goals by meeting or exceeding operational and quality standards.
• Collaborate with engineers and quality teams to resolve build or process issues and support continuous improvement.
• Document production data, inspection results, and equipment logs in ERP, MES, or other digital systems.
• Monitor machine performance, conduct preventive maintenance, and perform routine quality testing on 3D-printed parts.
• Assist in material movement, production support tasks, and other duties to promote efficiency and teamwork.
• Work cross functionally to perform ad-hoc duties as assigned to promote a culture of teamwork and efficiency such as assisting in develop and execution of engineering experiments as requested.
• Communicate effectively with production leadership, Quality, and Engineering to identify and resolve production issues.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe workspace in accordance with 6S and EHS policies and support Chemical Hygiene initiatives such as material handling, including powder management, safe disposal of AM materials, and adherence to PPE and chemical hygiene protocols.
• Follow all PPE safety rules and policies for a safety-first culture such as safety glasses, safety shoes, gloves, and lab coats in designated areas.

Qualifications

• Must be a U.S. Person as defined by U.S. export control laws (U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee) to comply with applicable government regulations including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).
• High School Diploma or GED, or equivalent certification/proven work experience.
• 0+ years of work experience in manufacturing, or other related field.
• Experience in a fast paced or additive manufacturing environment a plus.
• Exposure to using various lab instrumentation and test equipment a plus.
• Ability to pass standard vision and hearing test as part of pre-employment testing.
• Comfortable working with hazardous materials in a controlled environment.

Skills and Abilities

• Ability to work individually and in a team environment to achieve company deadlines accurately and efficiently.
• Experience with adherence to 6S standards and in a regulated safety and operational procedure environment.
• Ability to follow work and safety instructions and perform standard operating procedures with basic autonomy.
• Ability to follow accurately SOPs, work instructions, and SDS (Safety Data Sheet) documentation.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Basic experience with Microsoft Office Suite products, and database systems (Oracle) to record production workflow for continuous manufacturing of operations for efficiency and equipment output.
• Ability to perform intermittent movement up and down stairs throughout a shift in a lab and manufacturing environment.
• Ability to lift up to 35 pounds.
• Occasional flexibility in schedule to meet production demands due to time sensitive operations.

Pay

Pay Range: 24.00-32.00

Schedule

3rd Shift 10:00pm-6:30am (Mon-Fri)

Benefits

• Bonus program eligibility
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and holidays
• Company-paid life insurance
• Professional development opportunities