3D Core Technician — Hands-On Training + Growth

LeClaire Manufacturing Co.; Pleasant Valley Township (IA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Supplemental health benefits

401(k) with employer match

Profit sharing

Paid time off

Job summary

LeClaire Manufacturing is seeking a dependable, detail-oriented 3D Core Technician to join our Bettendorf team on the 1st shift. This hands-on role involves cleaning and finishing 3D printed sand cores used in our aluminum casting operations, with training provided.

You will work with hand tools and production equipment, follow clean procedures, maintain a safe workspace, and help ensure quality by inspecting cores for defects.

Qualifications

• No previous 3D printing experience required — we will train the right person.
• Manufacturing, production, warehouse, or other hands-on work experience is helpful but not required.
• Good attention to detail and ability to identify visible defects.
• Ability to follow written and verbal work instructions.
• Dependable attendance and a strong work ethic.
• Ability to work independently while also being part of a production team.
• Comfortable working with hand tools and production equipment.
• Ability to safely lift, carry, and handle materials as required by the position.

Responsibilities

• Clean 3D printed sand cores using hand tools, compressed air, vacuums, and other approved cleaning equipment.
• Remove loose and excess sand from printed cores.
• Visually inspect cores for damage, broken features, excess sand, or other defects.
• Carefully handle and move cores to prevent damage during cleaning, inspection, and packaging.
• Follow established cleaning procedures and quality requirements for different core designs.
• Keep the work area clean, organized, and safe.
• Follow all company safety procedures and use required PPE.
• Communicate any quality concerns or damaged cores to the appropriate team member.
• Perform other related production duties as needed.

Skills

Attention to detail

Hand tools

Quality inspection

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Dependable

Job description

LeClaire Manufacturing is seeking a dependable, detail-oriented 3D Core Technician to join our Bettendorf team on the 1st shift. This hands-on role involves cleaning and finishing 3D printed sand cores used in our aluminum casting operations, with training provided.

You will work with hand tools and production equipment, follow clean procedures, maintain a safe workspace, and help ensure quality by inspecting cores for defects.