Additive Manufacturing Technician

DEEP Manufacturing; Bristol; On-site; GBP 31,500 - 38,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-related bonus

9% employer pension contribution

Free lunch and breakfast

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in Bristol is looking for an Additive Manufacturing Technician to join their skilled production team. You will work with DED-arc equipment to produce high-quality pressure vessels, ensure compliance with safety and quality standards, and actively participate in continuous improvement initiatives. With a focus on teamwork and efficiency, this role offers a competitive salary and various benefits including a performance-related bonus and generous annual leave.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of relevant work experience in engineering, focusing on production and manufacturing.
• Knowledge of additive manufacturing technologies such as DED-arc and machining techniques.
• Ability to troubleshoot minor technical issues independently.

Responsibilities

• Prepare machines, carry out calibrations, and conduct maintenance.
• Operate and monitor machine performance during manufacturing.
• Perform regular quality checks on printed parts.

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Communication and collaboration

Education

Core GCSE's or equivalent

Technical certification in manufacturing

Tools

ERP systems

MS Office

Job description

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The Additive Manufacturing technician will be part of skilled production team working to produce high-quality large- pressure vessels with DED-arc additive manufacturing equipment. This role involves work in a dynamic production environment, following operational procedures, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare machines for builds, carry out calibrations and conduct routine maintenance, resolve machine build issues, and support the engineering team to recover build failures to minimise scrap
• Ensure machine parameters meet part production specifications prior to manufacturing
• Operate and monitor machines performance during the manufacturing process to ensure key parameters are maintained
• Identify and troubleshoot any technical issues that may arise during the printing process and inform the AM Supervisor
• Conduct regular quality checks on the printed parts to ensure surface quality and dimensional accuracy before dispatch to the next operation
• Follow established quality control procedures to ensure the manufactured parts meet specifications and quality standards
• Document and report any deviations or non-conformities in the manufacturing process or finished products
• Evaluate the assigned schedule and where potential delays are foreseen, ensure timely communication to shift lead(s), supporting alternative plans that minimise the effect on delivery
• Collaborate with the maintenance team or equipment suppliers for complex repairs or maintenance tasks
• Working to standard operating procedures whilst maintaining cleanliness and housekeeping standards within the workplace
• Adhere to all company safety policies and procedures, ensuring a safe working environment for oneself and colleagues
• Support and encourage team working across the shift and shift patterns
• Work efficiently within manufacturing as part of an established team
• Actively participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance productivity, quality, and operational efficiency. Providing feedback and suggestions for process improvements to the AM Supervisor and engineering team

Requirements

• Core GCSE's or equivalent. Technical certification or vocational training in manufacturing or a related field is a plus
• Minimum of 3 years relevant work experience in engineering, with a focus on production and manufacturing
• Knowledge of various additive manufacturing technologies such as DED-arc/laser and post processing techniques such as machining and NDT
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to follow precise instructions and procedures
• Ability to identify and troubleshoot minor technical issues independently
• Effective communication and collaboration skills to work well within a team-oriented environment

Preferred Skills And Experience

• Certification in additive manufacturing technologies or welding processes
• Experience with ERP systems and manufacturing software for production planning and inventory management
• Knowledge of quality control principles and practices in manufacturing
• Prior experience in additive manufacturing or a similar production environment
• Familiarity with regulatory requirements and standards relevant to industry related manufacturing (e.g., ASME, ISO, DNV)
• Strong MS Office skills

Benefits

• Salary – £35,000 per annum
• Bonus – Performance related bonus scheme
• Pension – 9% employer contribution with an optional employee contribution
• Annual Leave – 25 days, plus statutory holidays
• Working Hours – Shift work 4 days on 4 days off, 11.5 hours per shift (mixture of day and night shifts)
• Lunch – Free lunch and breakfast provided onsite alongside snacks

At DEEP, we celebrate and embrace diversity and inclusion and strongly believe that the best innovations come from diverse perspectives. We invite applicants from all backgrounds to join us in creating technology that makes a meaningful impact on humanity, our oceans and planet.