Advanced Large-Format 3D Printing Technician

Clark Schaefer Hackett; Falls Church (VA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

PTO

Retirement plan

Job summary

Formative 3D in Falls Church, VA is seeking an Advanced Manufacturing Technician to operate and maintain large-format robotic and FDM 3D printers, slice models, and manage materials for component-based production.

You will work with production, engineering, and design teams to optimize print quality and efficiency, with opportunities to contribute to continuous improvement in a fast-paced startup environment.

Qualifications

• 1+ years in additive manufacturing or related production environments.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.
• Familiarity with hand tools and fabrication equipment; ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Experience with PrusaSlicer and Fusion 360 preferred.
• Comfort with networked PC systems and ERP software.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain large-format robotic and FDM 3D printers for component-based production.
• Slice 3D models using PrusaSlicer to generate print-ready G-code.
• Manage pellet and filament inventory and load materials to meet production demand.
• Schedule, queue, and monitor print jobs across a fleet of printers to support 24/7 output.
• Track material usage, print cycle times, and conduct quality inspections on all parts.
• Harvest prints and perform post-processing, including support removal and cleaning.
• Troubleshoot printer issues and perform routine maintenance and calibration.
• Fabricate jigs and shop fixtures as needed.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe production environment.
• Document production data and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with engineering and design teams to optimize print quality.

Skills

Additive manufacturing

Mechanical aptitude

Hand tools

Problem solving

Safety-conscious

Tools

PrusaSlicer

Fusion 360

Job description

Formative 3D in Falls Church, VA is seeking an Advanced Manufacturing Technician to operate and maintain large-format robotic and FDM 3D printers, slice models, and manage materials for component-based production.

You will work with production, engineering, and design teams to optimize print quality and efficiency, with opportunities to contribute to continuous improvement in a fast-paced startup environment.