Additive Manufacturing Machine Technician

K; Georgetown (KY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

K in Georgetown, Kentucky, is seeking an Additive Manufacturing Machine Technician to operate and maintain industrial 3D printing equipment from setup through post‑processing. This hands‑on role requires 1–2 years of experience in manufacturing and at least a high school diploma, with a focus on safety and collaborative work on the shop floor.

The position is 100% on‑site at PEMC in Georgetown, KY, with roughly 80% of time spent on the shop floor and occasional travel to Canada or Mexico for

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• 1–2 years of experience operating 3D printing/additive manufacturing equipment.
• 1–2 years of manufacturing or production experience.
• Strong mechanical/technical aptitude and problem‑solving ability.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Comfortable working primarily in a shop‑floor environment.
• Willingness to work overtime and occasional weekends/holidays as required.
• Ability to travel approximately 10%.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain additive manufacturing/3D printing machines.
• Set up equipment, load materials, and start production builds.
• Monitor equipment to help ensure safe and reliable operation.
• Safely unload completed builds.
• Perform post-processing and finishing of manufactured parts.
• Maintain accurate production logs and equipment service records.
• Troubleshoot operational and equipment issues.
• Work collaboratively with manufacturing and technical team members.
• Follow established safety procedures and shop‑floor requirements.

Skills

3D printing

Mechanical aptitude

Teamwork

Problem solving

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Industrial additive manufacturing equipment

Job description

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Georgetown, KY, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 1154

Salary Range: $25.00 To $26.00 Hourly

Work Environment: On-site – approximately 80% shop floor

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM (flexibility for 7:00 AM–4:00 PM)

Overtime: Up to 20%, including occasional weekends, holidays, shutdowns, and off-hours

Travel: Approximately 10% domestic and international travel to Canada and Mexico

Req. #1515478

Position Overview

We are seeking an Additive Manufacturing Machine Technician to support manufacturing operations in Georgetown, Kentucky. This hands‑on position will operate and maintain industrial additive manufacturing/3D printing equipment and support the complete build process from machine setup through post‑processing.

The ideal candidate has 1–2 years of experience operating 3D printing equipment and experience working in a manufacturing or production environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain additive manufacturing/3D printing machines.
• Set up equipment, load materials, and start production builds.
• Monitor equipment to help ensure safe and reliable operation.
• Safely unload completed builds.
• Perform post-processing and finishing of manufactured parts.
• Maintain accurate production logs and equipment service records.
• Troubleshoot operational and equipment issues.
• Work collaboratively with manufacturing and technical team members.
• Follow established safety procedures and shop‑floor requirements.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• 1–2 years of experience operating 3D printing/additive manufacturing equipment.
• 1–2 years of manufacturing or production experience.
• Strong mechanical/technical aptitude and problem‑solving ability.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Comfortable working primarily in a shop‑floor environment.
• Willingness to work overtime and occasional weekends/holidays as required.
• Ability to travel approximately 10%.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with industrial additive manufacturing processes.
• Experience maintaining production documentation and managing data.
• Ability to work independently and manage priorities effectively.

This position is located at PEMC in Georgetown, Kentucky and is 100% on‑site. Approximately 80% of the position is shop‑floor based. Travel may include domestic locations as well as Canada and Mexico, primarily for trials, benchmarking, meetings, and observations.

Steel‑toed shoes are required.

Contract Length: 12 months with possibility of extension

Education: High School Diploma/GED or equivalent