Additive Manufacturing Technician-Lead

Chicago Magnesium Casting Co.•Merrillville, IN

27d

About The Position

The Lead Additive Manufacturing (AM) Technician is responsible for overseeing and performing all aspects of additive manufacturing operations, including setup, operation, and maintenance of 3D printers, post-processing of components, and quality assurance. This role serves as a technical leader on the AM team, providing guidance to junior technicians, optimizing processes, and ensuring production goals are met with high quality and efficiency.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in a technical field (e.g., Mechanical Engineering Technology, Manufacturing Engineering, Materials Science) OR equivalent, with extensive hands-on experience in a related technical manufacturing role.
Prior experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment, preferred.
Prior experience with additive manufacturing (AM) technologies and processes, preferred
Experience with foundry or casting processes is highly preferred.
Pattern making design and manufacturing experience is required.
Strong mechanical aptitude and the ability to understand, troubleshoot, and maintain complex industrial systems.
Highly computer literate; comfortable with machine control software, ERP systems, and MS Office.
Proficiency in reading and interpreting operating manuals, technical drawings, and specifications.
Experience with 3D CAD software (e.g., SOLIDWORKS, CATIA, etc.) is required.
3D Blue light scanning and reverse engineering is highly preferred.