3D Print Farm Operator / Print Lab Supervisor

micro1 Inc.; United States; Remote; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

micro1 Inc. is seeking a Remote 3D Print Farm Operator / Print Lab Supervisor as a contractor to support a specialized customer project. You will apply deep practical knowledge to operate printers, perform advanced slicing, and manage materials while maintaining strict quality and documentation standards.

The role emphasizes hands-on troubleshooting, process optimization, and clear technical communication for changes and improvements across print farm environments or academic settings.

Qualifications

• Experience in operating a fleet of 3D printers across various workflows.
• Ability to diagnose print failures and document fixes clearly.
• Strong written and verbal communication for technical updates.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain FDM and resin printer fleets with high uptime.
• Perform advanced slicing and optimize settings for materials.
• Diagnose print failures and document root causes and fixes.
• Manage filament and resin inventory, drying and changesover processes.
• Organize print queues by delivery timelines and machine availability.
• Conduct quality control inspecting surface finish and accuracy.
• Provide feedback on process improvements and technical fixes.

Tools

Cura

PrusaSlicer

Chitubox

Printer hardware

Job description

Role Title: 3D Print Farm Operator / Print Lab Supervisor

Role Type: Contractor

Location: Remote

micro1 is engaging 3D Print Farm Operator / Print Lab Supervisor experts to contribute their deep practical knowledge to a specialized customer project. In this role, you'll apply your expertise to help train next-generation AI systems. Your work will shape how models learn, reason, and perform through high-quality, real-world input. No prior experience in AI is required — your domain knowledge is what matters.

Scope of Work

1. Operate and maintain FDM and resin printer fleets, ensuring optimal performance and uptime across all units.
2. Perform advanced slicing, adapting settings for diverse geometries, materials, and performance outcomes.
3. Diagnose and resolve print failures, documenting the root causes and best practices for complex troubleshooting scenarios.
4. Manage material inventory, including filament and resin storage, drying, and changeover procedures to minimize contamination and waste.
5. Oversee print queue organization, prioritizing assignments based on delivery timelines, machine availability, and project requirements.
6. Conduct rigorous quality control and part inspection, applying industry standards to evaluate surface finish, dimensional accuracy, and mechanical integrity.
7. Assess and provide detailed feedback on process improvements and proposed technical fixes within print farm environments, service bureaus, or academic lab settings.

Preferred Qualifications

1. Proven experience managing a fleet of 3D printers in a print farm, makerspace, university lab, or service bureau environment.
2. Strong command of FDM and resin printer hardware, slicing software (e.g., Cura, PrusaSlicer, Chitubox), and related digital workflows.
3. Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot complex print failures and optimize slicer profiles for a variety of materials and applications.
4. Expertise in handling and conditioning 3D printing materials including proper storage, drying, and contamination prevention techniques.
5. Meticulous approach to part inspection, dimensional measurement, and reporting using industry-accepted QC standards.
6. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with clear, concise technical documentation and feedback capabilities.
7. Nice to have: Familiarity with print farm automation systems, remote monitoring tools, and scalable workflow optimization strategies.