3D Printing & Manufacturing Technician - Hands-On 1st Shift

Prototek; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 29,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental & Vision

Life insurance

9 holidays

401(k) match

Education reimbursement

Career advancement

Flexible schedule

Paid time off

Job summary

Prototek is seeking a Production Assistant for 3D Printing and manufacturing in Madison, WI. In this role you will support 3D printing and casting, perform finishing, inspect parts, read prints, and operate tools and equipment in a hands-on production environment.

The position offers training, a standard Monday-Friday schedule, and a competitive pay range of $21-$24 per hour with benefits and opportunities to grow. Prior additive manufacturing experience is preferred but not required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or technical degree preferred.
• 1+ year experience in additive manufacturing preferred.
• Basic understanding of 3D printing technologies and materials.
• Ability to read prints or 3D files.
• Comfortable working hands-on in a production environment.
• Experience or familiarity with hand and power tools.

Responsibilities

• Assist with 3D printing and other manufacturing operations.
• Support casting and production processes.
• Perform part finishing, cleaning, and post-processing activities.
• Inspect manufactured components for accuracy and quality.
• Read basic manufacturing drawings and specifications.
• Operate hand tools, power tools, and production equipment.
• Document production progress in our manufacturing system.
• Support equipment cleaning and routine preventative maintenance.

Skills

Hands-on

Mechanical mindset

Read prints

Education

High school diploma or technical degree

Tools

3D printing technologies

Hand tools

Power tools

Reading prints/3D files

Job description

Prototek is seeking a Production Assistant for 3D Printing and manufacturing in Madison, WI. In this role you will support 3D printing and casting, perform finishing, inspect parts, read prints, and operate tools and equipment in a hands-on production environment.

The position offers training, a standard Monday-Friday schedule, and a competitive pay range of $21-$24 per hour with benefits and opportunities to grow. Prior additive manufacturing experience is preferred but not required.