Additive Manufacturing Technician (1st Shift)

Oerlikon Group; Huntersville (NC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Oerlikon Group is seeking a 1st Shift Additive Manufacturing Technician for their Huntersville facility. The role involves operating advanced metal additive 3D printers to manufacture high-quality components in a dynamic work environment. The ideal candidate possesses a high school diploma and relevant experience in a technical or manufacturing capacity, with a focus on teamwork and safety.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical and prescription drug plan

401(k) retirement savings plan with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Flexible hours or remote work options

Generous paid time off

100% company paid life insurance

Qualifications

• 1-3 years experience in a manufacturing setting preferred.
• Ability to work independently after receiving tasks.
• Good attendance record and punctuality.

Responsibilities

• Setup, operation, and maintenance of AM printers.
• Assist with powder blending and distribution.
• Ensure manufacturing of parts meets customer specifications.

Skills

Teamwork

Troubleshooting

Communication

Self-motivation

Safety protocols

Education

High School diploma

Tools

Basic shop tools

Computer software

Job description

Additive Manufacturing Technician (1st Shift)

We are looking for a 1st Shift Additive Manufacturing Technician for our Huntersville, NC facility. Core hours for this position are 7am - 3:30pm.

Oerlikon Additive Manufacturing (AM) produces high quality components for a variety of industries, including Aerospace, Defense, Oil and Gas, and Automotive Industries. Through the use of metal additive 3D printers, we manufacture complex metal prototypes or series parts rapidly and without any tooling. In this role you will be a critical member of the production team, executing on production order requirements and instructions to manufacture products. As part of the Oerlikon Additive Manufacturing team, you will truly be part of a small segment of people revolutionizing the manufacturing of components using cutting edge technology.

Your Responsibilities:

• Setup, operation, and maintenance of the AM printers
• Assist with blending and homogenization of powders
• Assist with bottling and distributing powder for production
• Ensure the proper manufacture of AM parts compliant to meet very specific customer requirements.
• Following safety protocols and guidelines to maintain a safe working environment
• Collaborating with team members to achieve daily production targets
• Keeping work areas clean and organized

Your Profile:

• High School diploma required
• 1-3 years of experience working in a technical capacity with a manufacturing company
• Ability to work in a team-based collaborative environment where priorities may shift regularly
• Ability to interpret and retain standard work processes
• The ability to troubleshoot operational issues and relay information to the team is a must
• Self-motivation is a must and the ability to work independently once tasked is required
• Ability to use basic shop tools and hand tools
• Ability to use basic computer software
• Good verbal and written communication skills required
• Good track record of attendance and being on time for work
• Ability to wear a respirator/PAPR for certain tasks
• Ability to climb stairs and step ladders
• Ability to lift 30 lbs
• Ability to operate powered industrial equipment, such as electric pallet jacks, lifts, etc
• Ability to sit or stand as needed to perform essential functions of the position
• In compliance with U.S. Government technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), candidates must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

Desired skills & experience:

• Associates degree in an engineering/business discipline or equivalent/relevant experience
• Experience in Additive Manufacturing or working with metal powder
• Intermediate level skill with 3D CAD software
• Experience working in lean manufacturing
• Experience working with Magics by Materialise
• Additive Manufacturing hardware specific software
• Experience working with Solid Works or Inventor
• Additive Manufacturing powder bed systems, wire EDM experience
• Basic understanding of machine tools (milling, lathe, drill presses, CNC) and heat treating
• Experience with SAP, Oracle, or other shop floor data management systems

We offer:

Aside from a dynamic global culture and leading market position, we are proud to offer our employees development opportunities, competitive salary anda robust benefit program ALLavailable on first day of employment!

The perks and benefits of working at Oerlikon include the following:

• Comprehensive medical and prescription drug plan with low premiums, company sponsored HSA contributions and without cumbersome waiting periods to keep you going strong.
• Excellent Dental and Vision coverage.
• Employee Assistance, Financial and Wellness programs to help improve all aspects of your life journey.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with significant company match and financial planning and education options to help you achieve your retirement goals.
• Tuition reimbursement and internal education resources to satisfy your love of learning so you can continue to grow with us!
• Generous paid time off to support your physical and mental wellbeing.
• 12 paid company holidays to occasionally extend your weekends or time off.
• Flexible hours or remote work environment available for certain positions
• 100% company paid life insurance and disability insurance.
• Employee Referral Bonus program because why not to bring your friends to work everyday!

Why Oerlikon:

Innovation and innovators thrive at Oerlikon, a leader in engineering solutions that enhance the performance of our products and services. We are diverse in our perspectives but united in our purpose: to develop technologies that reduce resource and energy consumption and help build a healthier, more sustainable and better protected world.

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Are you curious? Then release your passion to succeed and APPLY to discover how you can help us build a better world and realize how you can make a personal difference by joining our global team! Our commitment is your success!

About us

Oerlikon is a global innovation powerhouse for surface engineering, polymer processing and additive manufacturing in key industries such as aerospace, automotive, energy, tooling and textiles. We serve as a key partner in enabling our customers to reach their targets for optimizing the performance, function and sustainability of their products and manufacturing processes.Our solutions reduce emissions in transportation, maximize longevity and performance of tools, increase energy efficiency and advance intelligent material and sustainable polymer processing. These achievements are proven hallmarks of our global leadership.

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Agencies:

Oerlikon only accepts agency resumes for positions that have been explicitly approved by HR for third-party support. We work exclusively with our approved vendors who have agreed to Oerlikon’s terms and conditions and have an executed contract in place. Any resumes or profiles submitted to Oerlikon employees for roles not approved and requested by HR will be considered unsolicited, and Oerlikon will not be obligated to pay a placement fee.