Industrial 3D Printer Operator & Post-Processing Technician

Roboze; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hands-on 3D printing

Collaborative team

Job summary

Roboze Inc. in Houston, TX, is seeking a hands-on Manufacturing Technician to support setup and operation of industrial 3D printers in a on-site facility. You will follow job travelers and process parameters to run production jobs and ensure traceability.

Ideal candidates have a practical mindset, are detail-oriented, and comfortable reading engineering drawings. You will collaborate with the Center of Excellence team to maintain equipment and improve processes.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1–2 years of hands-on experience in manufacturing, machining, additive manufacturing or a comparable technical production environment.
• Ability to read engineering drawings, interpret basic dimensional tolerances and use precision measuring tools.
• Mechanical aptitude and confidence using hand tools for part finishing, basic troubleshooting and routine equipment maintenance.
• Strong attention to detail and a consistent approach to following documented procedures and recording production data.
• Ability to organize tasks, manage priorities and work independently while collaborating with the wider team.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to lift and handle items weighing up to 20 lbs. and perform repetitive hand tasks, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Authorization to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and set up industrial 3D printers, load approved print files and start production jobs according to job travelers, work instructions and established process parameters.
• Prepare, load, store and handle filaments and other production materials, following the required drying, conditioning and traceability procedures.
• Monitor builds, identify printing issues and take corrective action within established procedures, escalating technical problems when needed.
• Perform routine machine maintenance, cleaning and calibration, and support basic troubleshooting to keep equipment ready for production.
• Safely remove printed parts and support structures, using appropriate tools and handling procedures.
• Carry out sanding, deburring and other finishing operations to meet dimensional and surface finish requirements.
• Inspect finished parts against engineering drawings and specified tolerances using calipers and other basic precision measuring tools.
• Record build data, material lot numbers, maintenance activities and inspection results to ensure production traceability.
• Identify and document defects and nonconformances, working with the technical team to support corrective actions and process improvements.
• Pack and label finished parts for shipment, ensuring proper identification and protection.
• Organize daily activities in line with production priorities and communicate job status, delays and technical issues.
• Follow safety procedures, use required personal protective equipment and handle materials according to safety data sheets.
• Keep equipment, tools, the shop floor and finishing areas clean and organized.

Skills

Reading engineering drawings

Mechanical aptitude

Attention to detail

Basic troubleshooting

Communication skills

Lift up to 20 lbs

Authorized to work in the UnitedStates

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Company: Roboze Inc. Location: Houston, TX, USA - on-site Department: Center of Excellence Employment type: Full-time

Position Overview

Roboze is building the Physical AI backbone for autonomous manufacturing in strategic industries. By combining industrial 3D printing systems, high-performance materials and intelligent manufacturing software, we help organizations produce mission-critical components for industries including aerospace, defense, energy and transportation. Our people turn this vision into everyday results through technical expertise, ownership and a shared commitment to quality.

What your tasks will be

• Prepare and set up industrial 3D printers, load approved print files and start production jobs according to job travelers, work instructions and established process parameters.
• Prepare, load, store and handle filaments and other production materials, following the required drying, conditioning and traceability procedures.
• Monitor builds, identify printing issues and take corrective action within established procedures, escalating technical problems when needed.
• Perform routine machine maintenance, cleaning and calibration, and support basic troubleshooting to keep equipment ready for production.
• Safely remove printed parts and support structures, using appropriate tools and handling procedures.
• Carry out sanding, deburring and other finishing operations to meet dimensional and surface finish requirements.
• Inspect finished parts against engineering drawings and specified tolerances using calipers and other basic precision measuring tools.
• Record build data, material lot numbers, maintenance activities and inspection results to ensure production traceability.
• Identify and document defects and nonconformances, working with the technical team to support corrective actions and process improvements.
• Pack and label finished parts for shipment, ensuring proper identification and protection.
• Organize daily activities in line with production priorities and communicate job status, delays and technical issues.
• Follow safety procedures, use required personal protective equipment and handle materials according to safety data sheets.
• Keep equipment, tools, the shop floor and finishing areas clean and organized.

What we are looking for

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1–2 years of hands‑on experience in manufacturing, machining, additive manufacturing or a comparable technical production environment.
• Ability to read engineering drawings, interpret basic dimensional tolerances and use precision measuring tools.
• Mechanical aptitude and confidence using hand tools for part finishing, basic troubleshooting and routine equipment maintenance.
• Strong attention to detail and a consistent approach to following documented procedures and recording production data.
• Ability to organize tasks, manage priorities and work independently while collaborating with the wider team.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to lift and handle items weighing up to 20 lbs. and perform repetitive hand tasks, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Authorization to work in the United States.

Nice to have

• Experience operating FDM/FFF 3D printers, particularly industrial systems.
• Familiarity with slicing software, build preparation and basic printing parameters.
• Experience handling high-performance thermoplastics or composite filaments.
• Previous experience in support removal, sanding, deburring and finishing printed or machined components.
• Familiarity with quality procedures, material traceability and structured production documentation.

What we offer

• Hands‑on experience with advanced industrial 3D printing technologies and high-performance materials.
• The opportunity to contribute to the production of parts for demanding industrial applications.
• Close collaboration with technical specialists and opportunities to develop practical additive manufacturing skills.
• A collaborative environment where quality, reliability and continuous improvement shape everyday work.

Who we are looking for

We are looking for people who take pride in practical work and care about the quality of every part they produce. You are reliable, curious and proactive, comfortable following established processes while identifying opportunities to improve them. You enjoy solving problems, learning new technologies and contributing to shared production goals.

Our purpose and culture of growth

At Roboze, we believe that technological progress starts with people. We value different backgrounds, perspectives and experiences, and encourage everyone to contribute, develop their skills and take ownership of their work. Roboze is an equal opportunity employer committed to a respectful and inclusive workplace.

Become an ambassador of our vision and join the team. Become a Robozer!