Production Technician

CI – The Manufacturing Career HUB • Town of East Fishkill, NY

56d • $22 - $28 • Onsite

About The Position

Eastern Additive Solutions is a new production 3D printing factory located in Hopewell Junction, NY. We operate industrial HP Multi Jet Fusion equipment to produce end-use plastic parts for the medical, robotics, and industrial sectors. A significant portion of our current work involves orthotics and prosthetics, requiring high precision and reliability as these parts are used by individuals. As the first production technician, you will work directly with the company's leadership in a new facility, playing a crucial role in establishing and refining our production processes. This role offers a unique opportunity to learn a specialized trade from the ground up, with pay increases tied to skill acquisition and certification.

Requirements

• Mechanical aptitude and comfort with hands-on, physical work.
• Ability to meticulously follow written procedures and to identify and report when procedures do not align with observed reality.
• Strong attention to detail, especially concerning part identity, labeling, and tracking.
• Comfortable working in a powder environment while wearing full Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), including a respirator.
• Ability to lift 40 lbs and remain on your feet for the majority of the shift.
• Reliable attendance is critical, as the role depends on consistent presence.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with tools, operating equipment, building, or repairing items.
• Experience in trades where precision and quality are paramount.
• Formal manufacturing experience is welcome but not required.
• A college degree is not required.

Responsibilities

• Post-process printed parts, including powder removal, detailed hand work on complex shapes, and operation of automated and manual blast equipment.
• Tend industrial 3D printing equipment by loading material, swapping build units, unpacking finished builds, and maintaining machine cleanliness and readiness.
• Support finishing operations such as vapor smoothing and dyeing.
• Pack, label, and stage orders for shipment, ensuring accurate identification and traceability of all parts.
• Assist with quality inspection by staging parts for measurement and photo documentation.
• Maintain the production floor's orderliness, including powder containment, station upkeep, and managing clean and dirty work zones, recognizing that cleaning is integral to process control.
• Contribute to the creation of work instructions by drafting procedures for each station as you learn them, which will be reviewed and approved by engineering.
• Provide general floor support, including material movement, setups, receiving, and other tasks as needed.

Benefits

• Pay range of $22 to $28 per hour to start, with defined step increases based on station qualifications and quality reviewer certification.
• Standard benefits available once eligible.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed