Advanced Manufacturing Technician

Voxel Innovations; Knightdale (NC); On-site; USD 33,062 - 44,083; Full time

Job summary

Voxel Innovations seeks an Advanced Manufacturing Technician to operate and optimize ECM equipment, set up jobs, and inspect components with teamwork across Engineering, Quality, and Operations.

You'll diagnose issues, improve safety and process capability, and contribute to continuous improvement in a technically driven environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED and mechanical aptitude with problem-solving ability.
• Ability to read and follow engineering drawings and technical docs.
• Willingness to learn complex equipment, processes, and software systems.
• Strong attention to detail, reliability, and accountability.
• Basic computer proficiency including Microsoft Office.
• Willingness to work a rotating 12-hour shift 4-on/4-off schedule.
• Residence within ~30 minutes of Knightdale facility or willingness to relocate.
• U.S. Person status due to export control requirements.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate advanced ECM equipment for production.
• Set up production jobs, tooling, fixtures, and processes.
• Read and interpret drawings, work instructions, and docs.
• Verify machine setup and process parameters before production.
• Perform inspections at various stages and document results.
• Monitor processes and address abnormalities to protect quality.
• Troubleshoot equipment and process issues; perform preventive maintenance.
• Complete production, quality, inventory, and work order records.
• Maintain clean, organized manufacturing areas and follow safety rules.
• Contribute to root cause investigations and continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Quality, and Operations to improve operations.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Troubleshooting

Engineering drawings

Learning equipment

Attention to detail

Work ethic

Computer skills

12-hour shifts

Residency near Knightdale

U.S. Person status

Education

Associate's degree or technical certification in Manufacturing Technology

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Advancing the Future of ECM Manufacturing

At Voxel Innovations, you'll operate advanced Electrochemical Machining (ECM) equipment that manufactures precision components for aerospace, medical device, energy, and industrial markets.

We're an engineering-driven company focused on advancing the capabilities of ECM technology. By developing new manufacturing processes, refining existing ones, and expanding ECM into new products and applications, we're helping redefine what's possible in precision manufacturing.

As part of our team, you'll work alongside Engineering, Quality, and Operations to solve complex manufacturing challenges, improve production processes, and manufacture components requiring exceptional precision and quality.

The Role

As an Advanced Manufacturing Technician, you'll do much more than operate equipment. You'll become an expert in ECM, supporting production while helping improve manufacturing processes and expand the capabilities of this unique technology.

You’ll set up and operate advanced manufacturing equipment, troubleshoot equipment and process issues, inspect precision components, and work closely with Engineering, Quality, and Operations to improve safety, quality, efficiency, and process capability.

The ideal candidate enjoys understanding how equipment, manufacturing processes, and production systems work, not just how to operate them. We value technicians who ask questions, diagnose problems, understand cause and effect, and continually develop their technical expertise.

This is not a traditional production role. We're looking for individuals who combine strong technical aptitude with ownership, accountability, and a commitment to continuous improvement.

Primary Responsibilities

• Safelyoperateadvanced Electrochemical Machining (ECM) equipment.
• Set up production jobs, tooling, fixtures, and manufacturing processes.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, work instructions, and manufacturing documentation.
• Verify machine setup and process parameters before production begins.
• Perform incoming, first article, in-process, and final inspections.
• Monitor manufacturing processes andidentifyabnormalities before theyimpactproduct quality.
• Troubleshoot equipment, tooling, and manufacturing process issues.
• Perform routine preventive maintenance and equipment care.
• Accurately complete production, quality, inventory, and work order documentation.
• Maintain clean, organized, and controlled manufacturing work areas.
• Participate in root cause investigations and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Quality, and Operations to improve business operations.
• Follow all company safety procedures and Quality Management System requirements.

Qualifications

We'relooking for individuals who combinestrong technical aptitude with exceptionaldrive andcharacter. Successful technicians at Voxel are mechanically inclined, enjoy solving technical problems,learningnew manufacturing processes quickly, and hold themselves to a high standard of quality and accountability.

Required

• High school diploma or GED.
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude and the ability to troubleshoot technical problems.
• Ability to understand and follow engineering drawings, technical documentation, and work instructions.
• Ability to learn complex manufacturing equipment, processes, and software systems.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work.
• Strong work ethic, initiative, integrity, accountability, and reliability.
• Basic computerproficiency, including Microsoft Office.
• Flexibilityto work rotating12-hour shifts on a 4-on / 4-off schedule.
• Resideswithin approximately30 minutesof our Knightdale facility or be willing torelocate.
• U.S. Person status (U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident) due to U.S. export control requirements.

Experience That Will Help You Succeed

• Associate's degree or technical certification in Manufacturing Technology, Engineering Technology, Mechatronics, Industrial Maintenance, Machining, or another related technical field.
• Experienceoperatingadvanced manufacturing equipment or automated production systems.
• Experience inperforming equipment setup, process verification, troubleshooting, or preventive maintenance.
• Experience in aerospace, medical device, semiconductor, industrial, or other highly regulated manufacturing environments.

Compensation

Day Shift: $24–$27/hour, depending on experience

Night Shift: $29–$32/hour, depending on experience

More About Voxel

Training & Career Development for this role
Every new technician completes a structured training program designed to buildexpertisein Voxel's equipment, manufacturing processes, quality systems, and production standards.

Previousexperience withadvanced manufacturing equipment or manufacturing processesisvaluable butnotrequired. We hire people with strong technical aptitude, curiosity, mechanical ability, and a willingness to learn.We'llteach you our proprietary ECM manufacturing process, but we expect every technician to develop a deep technical understanding of the equipment, processes, and manufacturing principles that drive our success.

As Voxel continues to grow, technicians have opportunities to expand into:

• Equipment subject matterexpertise
• Advanced manufacturing process ownership
• Process troubleshooting and optimization
• Training and mentoring other technicians
• Technical leadership and supervisory opportunities

Why Join Voxel?

Voxel Innovations is advancing the capabilities and applications of ECM technology. We develop manufacturing processes that solve complex production challenges and enable our customers to manufacture precision components that would otherwise be difficult or impossible to produce using conventional methods.

When you join Voxel, you won't simply operate equipment, you'll become part of a collaborative engineering and manufacturing team, helping advance a unique manufacturing technology while developing your own technical expertise.

At Voxel, you'll have the opportunity to:

• Learn advanced manufacturing technology found almost nowhere else in the industry.
• Work alongside engineers to solve challenging manufacturing and process problems.
• Develop expertise operating sophisticated manufacturing equipment and processes.
• Make meaningful contributions within a small, collaborative, high-performing team.
• Build a rewarding career with opportunities for technical and professional growth.
• Help expand the capabilities and future applications of Electrochemical Machining.

Who Thrives at Voxel?

The people who are most successful at Voxel are technically curious, enjoy solving difficult problems, and take pride in mastering complex manufacturing processes. They take ownership of their work, embrace accountability, and continually look for ways to improve themselves, their teammates, and the company.

They value quality over shortcuts, collaboration over individual recognition, and understand that exceptional manufacturing is built on discipline, preparation, technical expertise, and continuous improvement. They live our core values by when tackling new challenges.

Voxel Core Values

• Expect Excellence Details matter. Whetherit'sthe quality of our parts, the organization of our workspaces, or the documentation that supports our products, excellence is the standard—not the exception. We hold ourselves accountable, own our work, and continually strive to exceed customer expectations. When something goes wrong, we take responsibility, learn from it, and make it right.
• Do RightByOthers We expect every employee to contribute technically to the success of the team. We believe the best ideas come from collaboration, knowledge sharing, and a willingness to help wherever needed. We succeed together by teaching, learning, and supporting one another.
• Always Getting Better Continuous improvement happens at three levels—personal, process, and company. We challenge ideas with facts, not opinions, continually expand our technical knowledge, and take initiative to improve the way we manufacture.
• What Would Happen If...? Innovation begins with curiosity. We ask questions, challenge assumptions, and pursue solutions othershaven'tconsidered. Wearen'tafraid to try difficult things, learn from failure, and continually expand the capabilities of ECM manufacturing

Voxel Innovations Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. The above job description does not constitute a promise or guarantee of employment.