Manufacturing Engineering Technician - Weekend Day Shift

VulcanForms; Harvard (MA); On-site; USD 47,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental & Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) with company match

Generous PTO

Job summary

VulcanForms, Inc. in Devens, MA, is seeking a Manufacturing Engineering Technician for a weekend day shift (Fri–Sun, plus alternating Thu). You will provide hands-on support for production teams, assist with engineering projects, process development, commissioning, and data collection to drive improvements and safety on the shop floor.

The role requires strong hands-on manufacturing knowledge and a willingness to follow health and safety guidelines to maintain high standards and safe operations.

Qualifications

• 3+ years hands-on experience in manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes and operations.
• Experience supporting new processes and equipment implementations.
• Knowledge of Lean manufacturing techniques.

Responsibilities

• Support improvement projects for product quality and scrap reduction.
• Develop, implement, and maintain processes for parts and assemblies.
• Collaborate with Production Associates to resolve manufacturing and quality issues.
• Use data-driven root-cause and corrective-action tools.
• Support product cost reduction initiatives.
• Help ensure a safe work environment by following safety policies.

Skills

3+ years experience

Manufacturing processes

New processes & equipment

Lean manufacturing

Job description

Manufacturing Engineering Technician - Weekend Day Shift

About Us

Founded in 2015 to develop the world’s first industrially scalable laser metal additive manufacturing solution, VulcanForms is reshaping how the world manufactures critical products. We build and operate advanced digital infrastructure that enables innovation, accelerates growth, and supports sustainability across aerospace, defense, medical, and other essential industries. Through our vertically integrated capabilities, including scalable additive manufacturing and precision machining, we deliver true end-to-end production at scale by combining cutting-edge technology with a foundation of proven industrial craftsmanship. Our team brings deep expertise in manufacturing, materials science, software, automation, and operations, united by a shared commitment to quality, curiosity, and accountability. We foster an inclusive culture where people take ownership, solve meaningful problems, and continuously learn, because we believe diverse perspectives lead to better outcomes.

Job Purpose

As aManufacturing Engineering Technicianat VulcanForms Inc.,Devens, MA, your mainobjectivewill be to provide hands-on technical support for the Production teams. You willbe responsible forsupporting engineering project implementation and process improvements. This work includes process development,commissioningand troubleshooting of post processequipmentand variousforms ofdata collection. The ideal candidate will be well-versed in the components of manufacturing operations and will have a willingness to embrace the company’s health and safety guidelines to achieve the highest standards and a safe work environment.

This shift covers Friday through Sunday and every other Thursday from 6:00am - 6:00pm.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the improvement projects for product quality by identifying manufacturing issues, developing cost-effective solutions including scrap reduction.
• Develop, implement, and maintain processes for manufacturing parts, components, sub-assemblies, and final assemblies.
• Work with Production Associates to resolve manufacturing and quality problems related to methods, processes, tooling, equipment, and product design.
• Use data-driven root cause and corrective action tools to drive solutions.
• Support product cost reduction projects.
• Ensure the safety of all associates by identifying safety issues and taking measures to proactively address concerns and adhere to the safety policies and procedures.

Qualifications

• 3+ years’ experience in a hands-on technical role in manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes and operations.
• Experience in supporting the implementation of new processes and equipment.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing techniques.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in Metal Additive Manufacturing.
• Experience qualifying equipment for medical manufacturing.
• Hands on machining experience.

VulcanFormsoffers a competitive salary and equitypackage.Actual compensation is based on factors such as the candidate's skills, qualifications, and experience.In addition,VulcanFormsprovides comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance; generous paid time off; and a 401(k) plan with companymatch.

Thehourlypayrangefor this position varies by level; final level and compensation will bedeterminedbased on a candidate's experience.