3D Machine Operator

Matthews International•Searcy, AR

1d•$20 - $27

About The Position

The 3D Machine Operator is responsible for the operation, cleaning, and maintenance of 3D sand printing machines. Responsible for assisting with the transfer and organization of orders and electronic files. Transfers the appropriate materials (sand, resin, activator, cleaner, etc.) to and from the designated areas.

Requirements

Associate degree preferred; equivalent professional experience in a related technical or manufacturing field will be considered
1+ year of previous 3D machine operating experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience
Ability to work well autonomously and with other team members in a fast-paced and deadline-oriented environme
Self-motivated with critical attention to detail, deadlines, and reporting.
Strong prioritization, reasoning, problem-solving, planning, & communication skills.
Ability to develop and maintain collaborative relationships with peers and colleagues across the organization, as well as internal and external clients.
Ability to work overtime as necessary.
High level of comfort with MS Office Suite (Excel, Word), Outlook, and navigating web-based applications.
Proven ability to troubleshoot hardware/software errors and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Nice To Haves

Direct experience with Netfabb or similar 3-D slicing and repair software.
A background or working knowledge in 3-D graphics and CAD modeling.

Responsibilities

Assist with the organization and transfer of electronic files and paper documentation from computer server to 3D sand printing machine to foundry.
Operate, clean, and maintain 3D sand printing machines while harvesting, inspecting, and cleaning 3D sand printed parts.
Partner with operators and 3D Team Leader regarding order flow, priorities, problems, and potential issues.
Transfer parts to conveyance system to ensure oven curing and continuous delivery of production components to foundry operations.
Transfer production materials (sand, resin, activator, cleaner, waste, etc.) to and from designated storage areas and usage points.
Regularly review, follow, and recommend modifications to production and quality standards.
Perform quality inspections on printed parts at various stages in the production process for quality requirements and, if applicable, make recommendations regarding machine settings & process adjustments.
Maintaining cleanliness of equipment and general facilities.
Additional duties as assigned.
Operate and maintain 3-D printing hardware and software to meet production deadlines and quality standards.
Utilize 3-D graphics software and print preparation tools to optimize models for production.
Use strong analytical skills to prioritize print jobs and troubleshoot technical issues in real-time.
Manage communication and project tracking using MS Office Suite, Outlook, and various internet applications.
Work closely with cross-functional teams to refine designs and improve printing efficiency.