Model Finisher - DMLS

Proto Labs; Raleigh, Northern (NC, KY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401k with match

Employee Stock Purchase Program

Paid PTO and holidays

Volunteer hours

Job summary

Proto Labs, Inc. in the United States is seeking a Model Finisher to transform 3D printed components into production-ready parts. You will perform precision finishing, inspect quality, and ensure orders meet exacting standards.

The role requires meticulous attention to detail, ability to work in a fast-paced environment, and strong teamwork. Protolabs offers competitive pay and comprehensive benefits in a manufacturing setting.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Excellent hand-eye coordination and attention to detail.
• Ability to focus on one task for extended periods.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Able to read, write and speak English fluently.
• Able to perform basic arithmetic and measure using calipers.
• Experience with measuring tools is a plus.
• Comfortable working with sharp tools and PPE.

Responsibilities

• Perform finishing processes for additive manufactured parts per Protolabs procedures and customer specs.
• Utilize tools such as calipers, sandpaper, tweezers, clippers, air guns, and drills.
• Review order and part information at a workstation and enter related data.
• Follow and complete all checklists on assignments.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized workspace.
• Assist in the maintenance of machinery/tools and disposal of waste.
• Identify non-conforming parts and collaborate with Leads/Quality for corrective actions.
• Adhere to Protolabs Safety and Quality policies, including PPE usage.

Skills

Attention to detail

Hand-eye coordination

Team player

Strong communication

Safety awareness

Reading and writing English

Basic arithmetic

Measuring with calipers

Follow instructions

Work with sharp tools

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Calipers

Measuring instruments

Hand tools

Job description

Be yourself at Protolabs

Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. We are an equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to building a diverse team that feels they are valued in the workplace. So do you feel you do not meet every single requirement but still intrigued? We encourage you to still apply! You can help make our company even better. We do not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender, age, mental or physical ability, or any way you represent yourself. We strongly believe diversity makes for more successful teams.

Why Protolabs?

We are the leaders in digital manufacturing. We hire doers, makers, and creative thinkers who tackle our roles with an entrepreneurial spirit. Our culture is centered around meaningful work that brings new and innovative products to market at unprecedented speeds. We are a diverse team that comes from all walks of life and take pride in our team who is smart, genuine, humble, and passionate about what we do. It’s our people who fuel our creativity and make our culture feel like home.

Join our team as a

Model Finisher!

In this hands-on role, you'll play a vital part in transforming cutting-edge 3D printed components into production-ready parts that exceed customer expectations. Using a variety of tools, techniques, and quality processes, you'll perform precision finishing work, inspect part quality, and help ensure every order meets our high standards for accuracy and craftsmanship. If you enjoy working with advanced manufacturing technology, take pride in attention to detail, and thrive in a fast-paced environment where continuous improvement is encouraged, this is an exciting opportunity to make a direct impact on the products we deliver around the world.

What You Will Do:

• Perform finishing processes for additive manufactured parts in accordance with Protolabs procedures and customer specifications, which may include: hand finishing, part cleaning and counting, measuring, sanding, grit blasting, polishing, and build breakouts.
• Use of tools, such as: calipers, sandpaper, tweezers, clippers, air guns, dremels, drills, soldering rods, and other appropriate tools.
• Use of computer workstation to review order and part information, and to enter related information regarding the order.
• Follow and complete all applicable checklists.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area and individual workspace and assist in general cleanliness and maintenance of the facility.
• Clean and assist in maintaining any machinery/tools.
• Assist in the removal and disposal of contaminated materials.
• Work in a self-guided manner within assigned area. Assignments may be given by the Lead, Supervisor, or Production Manager.
• Identify Non-Conformance parts, and collaborate with Leads, Quality Inspector, and/or Supervisor regarding issues with orders or part quality.
• Observe and follow all Protolabs Safety and Quality policies and procedures, including use of any required PPE (safety glasses, gloves, steel-toed footwear, etc.) and safety/compliance training

What You Bring:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Strong attention to detail and ability to focus on one task for extended periods.
• Excellent hand eye coordination.
• Able to work in a fast paced, team-oriented environment.
• Strong communication skills.
• Must be able to effectively collaborate with team members, leaders, and other departments.
• Must have strong service and quality focus.
• Able to work safely with sharp tools/objects including hobby knives, utility knives, files, abrasives, rotary tools, general cutters and more.
• Able to comprehend and follow printed and computer-screen instructions, and direction from Supervisors and Leads.
• Must be able to read, write and speak communicate English fluently.
• Must be able to perform basic arithmetic skills.
• Able to use measuring instruments such as scales and calipers.
• Wear all required PPE (gloves, lab coats, etc.).

What Sets You Apart:

• Manufacturing experience.
• Craft-oriented experience (jewelry making, woodworking, etc.).
• Experience with measuring tools and hand/power tools.

What's In It For You:

• We offer a competitive salary and total rewards package
• We offer amazing benefits including but not limited to:
  • Health Insurance: Traditional OR High Deductible plan
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Health Savings Account (including employer contributions)
  • Dental and Vision
  • Basic and Supplemental Life Insurance
  • Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
  • Paid caregiver leave
• You will receive at least 3 weeks of PTO + Wellness + Holiday Pay + Volunteer Hours
• 401k with company match and immediate vest
• Employee Stock Purchase Program at a discounted rate
• Matching grants through Protolabs foundation
• And More!

$18.51 - $22.88 an hour

Protolabs offers a competitive total rewards package, and compensation mix vary based on position, such as base wage, as well as other earnings including incentives and commissions. Actual pay offered will vary depending on multiple factors which may include, without limitation, job function, work experience, specialized skills, training, education, and certifications.

Proto Labs maintains ITAR-compliant operations in all of our United States based facilities. Due to ITAR regulations, this role is only open to U.S. Citizens, lawful permanent residents (green card holders) or foreign nationals granted refugee or asylee status. Individuals with temporary visas (e.g. E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J, TN or OPT) are not eligible for hire in this role.

Proto Labs, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Physical Demands:

While performing the essential duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use a computer keyboard, monitor and mouse, telephone and printer; reach with hands, and arms, talk, see and hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, stoop or kneel and must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

Work Environment:

Indoors (A/C); nonsmoking; the majority of this job function is performed in an office setting requiring normal safety precautions. However, there may be job duties that require the employee to spend time in the manufacturing areas exposed to machinery and noise; eye protection occasionally required. Occasionally works in outside weather conditions. Occasionally works near moving mechanical parts and in high, precarious places and is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, risk of electrical shock and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate.