Additive Manufacturing Print Supervisor

divergent; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Divergent is a leading manufacturing and engineering firm delivering advanced systems for critical industries. The Additive Manufacturing Print Supervisor will lead a growing team operating Monolith LPBF systems, owning day-to-day print operations and driving production-ready output at scale.

You will build capability, enforce standards, and apply data-driven approaches to improve safety, quality, throughput, and cost while aligning with aerospace and defense requirements.

Qualifications

• Ability to lawfully access information and technology that is subject to US export controls.
• Proven success leading complex manufacturing operations in high-performance production environments.
• Proven ability to build, develop, and lead high-performing technical teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily print operations with accountability for safety, quality, throughput, and delivery.
• Establish objective performance metrics and drive continuous improvement across the print operation.
• Hire, train, coach, and develop a growing team of additive manufacturing technicians.
• Establish standardized work, procedures, audits, and documentation systems.
• Identify gaps in processes and work instructions and partner withEngineering and Manufacturing Development to close them.

Skills

Leadership

Manufacturing operations

Data-driven decisions

Problem solving

Communications

Team development

Tools

Laser Powder Bed Fusion LPBF

Job description

Divergent is building the new industrial age. Every day, our teams design, manufacture, and assemble advanced systems for some of the world's most demanding industries. Our integrated engineering and manufacturing platform transforms complex designs into production-ready solutions, helping customers move faster, build smarter, and deliver critical systems when they matter most. Divergent is a qualified Tier 1 supplier to global automotive OEMs and supports leading U.S. aerospace and defense companies.

Join us and help push the boundaries of what can be built.

Purpose

As an Additive Manufacturing Print Supervisor , you will lead a team of highly trained technicians operating a growing fleet of Monolith LPBF additive manufacturing systems. You will own day-to-day print operations, improve equipment utilization, develop technical talent, and establish the operational discipline required to deliver consistent, certifiable production at scale.

This is a highly visible, hands-on leadership role for someone who thrives in high-reliability, procedure-driven environments and knows how to build teams, enforce standards, solve complex problems, and continuously improve performance.

Own Print Operations

• Lead daily print operations with accountability for safety, quality, throughput, and delivery .
• Ensure build plates are executed in accordance with established procedures, specifications, and production requirements.
• Establish objective performance metrics and drive continuous improvement across the print operation.
• Identify operational risks and scheduling constraints before they impact production commitments.

Build & Lead a High-Performance Team

• Hire, train, coach, and develop a growing team of additive manufacturing technicians.
• Establish rigorous training and qualification standards aligned with aerospace and defense requirements.
• Build technical depth and bench strength across the organization.
• Develop future technician leads and frontline leaders through structured coaching and development.

Drive Process Rigor

• Establish and reinforce standardized work, procedures, audits, and documentation systems.
• Ensure consistent execution across shifts, technicians, and equipment.
• Identify gaps in processes and work instructions and partner with Engineering and Manufacturing Development to close them.
• Foster a culture where technicians understand not only what to do, but why it matters.

Improve Throughput, Utilization & Cost

• Improve printer utilization, labor efficiency, yield, and consumable usage.
• Identify constraints and opportunities across the print value stream.
• Develop and execute a pipeline of high-impact improvement initiatives with measurable results.
• Use data to prioritize investments and improvements based on operational impact and return.

Solve Complex Manufacturing Problems

• Lead structured problem solving across equipment, process, material, and part-quality issues.
• Partner with Engineering, Quality, Maintenance, and other cross-functional teams to identify root causes.
• Implement corrective and preventive actions that improve long-term reliability and performance.
• Translate lessons learned into improved processes, standards, and training.

Basic Qualifications

• Ability to lawfully access information and technology that is subject to US export controls.
• Demonstrated success leading complex manufacturing operations in high-performance production environments.
• Proven ability to build, develop, and lead high-performing technical teams.
• Experience using manufacturing data and operational metrics to drive strategic decision making and measurable business results.

Preferred Qualifications

• Leadership experience in metal additive manufacturing or other advanced manufacturing environments.
• Experience with Laser Powder Bed Fusion (LPBF) production systems.
• Experience with aerospace manufacturing standards, including AS9100 and NADCAP.

Leadership Profile

• Proven leadership in high-reliability, high-accountability environments
• Demonstrated ability to build teams, enforce standards, and deliver results under pressure
• High ownership mindset with a bias toward action and continuous improvement

Operational & Technical Experience

• Experience leading operations in complex technical environments
• Familiarity with procedure-driven execution and qualification programs
• Experience managing risk, driving root cause resolution, and improving system reliability

Execution Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving ability
• Comfortable operating both on the floor and at the systems level
• Effective communicator across technical and operational teams

Work Environment

• Performed in a manufacturing environment with exposure to noise and machinery
• Requires frequent standing, walking, bending, reaching, and handling of precision tools and materials.
• Must be able to lift up to 40 lbs. independently and 50 lbs. with assistance.
• May involve crouching, climbing, confined spaces, or work at he