Additive Manufacturing Technician I - 2nd Shift
About The Position
Based onsite at Rocket Lab's global headquarters in Long Beach, California the Additive Manufacturing Technician I is responsible for supporting various Additive technologies (LPBF, DED, Hybrid Solutions) with various alloys. This role will support all Additive processes involved with the Rutherford & Archimedes engines. You will support the Manager of Additive Manufacturing and Production Additive Manufacturing organization, with deliverables required for internal leadership, board of directors, and investors. This opening is for 2nd shift Monday - Friday from 1pm-9:30pm PST.
Requirements
- 2+ years of experience in a manufacturing, fabrication, assembly or testing environment.
- High School diploma or GED.
- Proficient in hand, power, and pneumatic tools such as drills, chisels, taps.
- Proficient in inspection methods: surface plate, calipers, micrometers, height gauge.
- Experience with operating machine tools: vertical mills, lathes, media blasters, cranes, or forklifts
Nice To Haves
- 4+ years of experience with operating metal 3D printers and knowledge of associated hazards Experience with Additive Manufacturing (AM) principles.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office.
- Experience interpreting engineering drawings.
- Experience using JIRA.
Responsibilities
- Uphold and follow all Additive safety measures - be an advocate for safe operations.
- Prepare additive print jobs for success through attention to detail on setups.
- Operate a variety of metal 3D printers, experience with EOS, SLM, & DMG preferred.
- Identify and troubleshoot mechanical, optical laser, electrical, and build issues.
- Conduct calibration of 3D Printers and interpret findings with Engineering.
- Ensure conformance of part/build through independent inspection and print detail verification.
- Follow work orders, procedures, specifications, and test instructions with attention to detail. Communicate any issues that are found.
- Perform daily, weekly, and monthly preventative maintenance - as directed by Engineering.
- Provide process improvement feedback and implement solutions in collaboration with Engineering.
- Collaborate with Engineers on setup and fabrication of 3D prints and new hardware.
- Kick off issue tickets based on process/product non-conformances.
- Drive Additive Internal 5S system with actions promoting sustainability in the Additive Department.
- Utilize measurement tools (micrometer, caliper, surface plate etc.) to ensure high quality inputs and outputs, including post-print inspection and post-processing inspection.
Benefits
- Employees may also receive company equity and access to a robust benefits package including: top tier medical HMO, PPO & a 100% company-sponsored medical HSA plan option, dental and vision coverage, 3 weeks paid vacation and 5 days sick leave per year, 11 paid holidays per year, flexible spending and dependent care savings accounts, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and access to a 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
- Other perks include: Discounted employee stock purchase program, subsidized EV charging stations, onsite gym, food and drinks, and other discounts.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Industry
Transportation Equipment Manufacturing
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
