Additive Manufacturing Equipment & Process Manager
About The Position
The AM Equipment & Process Manager owns Vulcanforms' laser powder bed fusion platform end-to-end — from machine health and vendor relationships to process parameter development and production build management. This is a manager role at the intersection of equipment ownership, people leadership, and product development. The ideal candidate brings deep LPBF technical expertise combined with the ability to build and lead a team of operators and maintenance technicians, both internal and external. A core part of this role is driving the development of new products and materials on the LPBF platform, translating process capability into manufacturable outcomes.
Requirements
- STEM degree (Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, or related field)
- 5+ years of direct LPBF experience, with demonstrated expertise in process parameter development and new product introduction
- Hands-on experience developing and qualifying parts in high-performance alloy systems
- Prior experience managing or leading technical teams, including contractors or external vendors
- Experience with vendor management and production operations in a manufacturing environment
- Strong cross-functional communicator able to align engineering, operations, and external partners
Responsibilities
- Own and manage the LPBF equipment fleet, including maintenance scheduling, performance monitoring, and lifecycle planning
- Directly manage a team of machine operators and maintenance technicians, including contractors and external service personnel
- Lead process parameter development across relevant alloy systems, from initial development through qualification and production release
- Drive new product development on the LPBF platform — collaborating with engineering and design teams to translate part requirements into qualified, production-ready processes
- Manage production build planning and execution, coordinating with internal teams on scheduling, powder inventory, and shared equipment
- Serve as primary point of contact for equipment and powder suppliers — managing vendor relationships, service contracts, and procurement
- Drive continuous improvement in yield, build quality, and machine utilization
- Document and maintain process standards, SOPs, and build record
Benefits
- medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
- generous paid time off
- 401(k) plan with company match
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
