3D Printing Operator And Teacher

Ckingknowledge; Southfield (MI); On-site; USD 75,768; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Letters of recommendation

Networking opportunities

Gain leadership experience

Job summary

Ckingknowledge in Southfield, MI is looking for a 3D Printing Operator and Teacher. This role involves operating and maintaining industrial/commercial 3D printers while also developing training materials. Initially, this position will be voluntary but will transition to paid as the institute grows, with a target pay of $55 per hour.

The ideal candidate will possess strong teaching abilities and organizational skills, ready to influence students' interest in STEM. Candidates must be self-motivated and able to work in a startup environment.

This role also requires participation in training programs and continuous curriculum development.

Qualifications

• Ability to work independently without supervision.
• Commitment to teaching and community impact.
• Willingness to operate in a compliance-driven environment.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain the industrial/commercial 3D printer.
• Teach students how to effectively use 3D printers.
• Develop curriculum related to 3D printing and digital fabrication.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Documentation skills

Communication skills

Ability to teach

Self-motivation

Job description

ckingknowledge Institute (Startup Environment)

Role Overview

The 3D Printing Operator and Teacher is responsible for operating, maintaining, and teaching the use of an industrial/commercial 3D printer while developing curriculum and training students and educators. This role also carries significant responsibility for grant‑funded equipment compliance, recordkeeping, audits, reporting, and participation in regional manufacturing networks.

This position begins as a volunteer role and will transition to a paid role as sufficient revenue is generated. The target pay for this role is $55 per hour, and the position is expected to eventually become full‑time as the Institute grows.

Startup Environment Expectations

The ckingknowledge Institute operates in a startup environment, which means:

• No reminders are provided to complete work. Individuals must be self‑motivated, execute work without supervision, and communicate immediately if expectations or timelines change.
• Functions and processes are not yet documented. Each team member is expected to:
  • Document the procedures and steps they use to perform their role
  • Ensure work can be repeated consistently at a high level of quality
  • Continuously improve and evolve documentation
  • Create materials that can be used to train future team members or successors
  • Integrity, accountability, and proactive communication are essential.

Compensation

Transition to paid: Once sufficient revenue is received

Target pay: $55 per hour

Long‑term outlook: Role is expected to become full‑time as revenue grows

Onboarding & Training

The onboarding process includes completion of a 10‑week 3D printing training program focused on operating an industrial/commercial 3D printer. Candidates must complete one of the following options:

• Online, self‑paced training, completed within 10 weeks
• In‑person training at the Technical Center of Automation Alley, one full day per week for 10 weeks inside of Geofabrica Inc. at 2900 Auburn Ct, Auburn Hills, MI 48326

After training program is completed, candidates will also have to travel to Technical Center of Automation Alley [Geofabrica Inc] to 3D print prototypes and to receive technical assistance.

Core Responsibilities

Instruction & Teaching

Teach students and educators how to safely and effectively use an industrial/commercial 3D printer

Translate technical knowledge into clear, age‑appropriate, and accessible instruction

Support both student learning and teacher professional development

Develop original curriculum related to 3D printing, additive manufacturing, and digital fabrication

Continuously refine curriculum based on student outcomes and program needs

Align instructional materials with real‑world manufacturing practices

Operations & Equipment Management

Operate and maintain the industrial/commercial 3D printer

Monitor printer performance and ensure proper usage

Document and report maintenance, repairs, and incidents

Compliance, Record Retention, Audits, and Reporting

1. Record Retention

Operator agrees to maintain complete and accurate records related to the usage and maintenance of the 3D printer and participation in training and the Project DIAMOnD (PD) network. Records must be retained for a minimum of five (5) years.

Records include, but are not limited to:

Logs of 3D printer usage, including number and types of prints completed

Maintenance records and service reports

Documentation of training sessions attended and certifications received

Records of incidents, damages, or repairs

Required reports or deliverables

2. Access to Records

Automation Alley, Oakland County, the federal government, and/or their authorized representatives shall have the right to access, examine, and audit all records related to the 3D printer and program participation during regular business hours with reasonable notice.

3. Audit Compliance

Operator must fully cooperate with audits, reviews, or investigations, including:

Providing access to records

Responding to inquiries

Facilitating on‑site visits if required

4. Reporting Requirements

Operator agrees to submit periodic reports to Automation Alley documenting:

Maintenance activities

Any incidents or damages

Certification, under penalty of perjury, that the 3D printer remained operational within Oakland County, Michigan during the reporting period

Legal & Ethical Use of Equipment

Recipient shall not use the 3D printer for:

Any unlawful purposes

Producing items that violate intellectual property rights

Any activity that violates legal or regulatory restrictions

Recipient agrees to actively participate in the Project DIAMOnD (PD) network, including:

Maintaining an active PD account

Using the network for manufacturing activities

Attending required PD meetings or webinars

Providing feedback on the 3D printer’s performance and its impact on Institute operations

Required Qualifications

Ability to work independently without supervision or reminders

Strong organizational, documentation, and communication skills

Commitment to teaching, learning, and community impact

Willingness to operate within a highly accountable, compliance‑driven environment

Why Volunteer at ckingknowledge Institute?

• Improve your skillset at the professional level
• Expand your network with professionals who share similar cultural values
• Invest in producing versatile engineers who reinvest in their communities
• Receive letters of recommendation and job references
• Gain access to knowledge and resources for future endeavors
• Carve history from blank stone
• Increase your good karma
• Be the change you want to see in your community
• Be among people who care about and value your contributions
• Move humanity toward world peace
• Support educational access for Black, Brown, and low‑income families
• Eat delicious food made with love
• Help establish a foundation that serves families for generations
• Break cycles of poverty
• Increase peoples’ power through nonviolence and youth civic engagement
• Make a lasting impact on students’ interest in STEM
• Gain coaching, mentorship, and leadership experience