What are the responsibilities and job description for the Additive Manufacturing Materials Technician position at i3DMFG?
Description
Position Overview
The Additive Manufacturing Materials & Lab Technician supports daily operations across powder inventory management, lab operations, and shipping/logistics. This role is critical to maintaining accurate material control, ensuring equipment readiness, and supporting production flow within a metal additive manufacturing environment.
This is a hands-on position working across lab, warehouse, and production areas, with responsibilities spanning powder handling, inventory tracking, equipment support, and shipment coordination.
Compensation Overview
At Integrated 3D LLC, we are committed to providing our employees with a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that supports both their professional and personal well-being.
Compensation Includes
Powder & Inventory Management
Required:
All candidates selected for this position will be required to successfully complete a background check as a condition of employment. This process is designed to ensure the safety and security of our workplace and may include verification of employment history, education, criminal records, and other relevant factors.
Position Overview
The Additive Manufacturing Materials & Lab Technician supports daily operations across powder inventory management, lab operations, and shipping/logistics. This role is critical to maintaining accurate material control, ensuring equipment readiness, and supporting production flow within a metal additive manufacturing environment.
This is a hands-on position working across lab, warehouse, and production areas, with responsibilities spanning powder handling, inventory tracking, equipment support, and shipment coordination.
Compensation Overview
At Integrated 3D LLC, we are committed to providing our employees with a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that supports both their professional and personal well-being.
Compensation Includes
- 100% employer paid Medical, Dental and Vision for Employee
- 100% employer paid Life Insurance
- 401(k) plan matching; we will contribute equivalent to 4% of your income when you contribute 5% of your income to your retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement program to help cover the cost of further education
- Potential for generous monthly bonuses based on company performance
- Voluntary Life Insurance
- Disability Insurance
- Medical Transport Insurance
- Accident Insurance
- Critical Illness Insurance
Powder & Inventory Management
- Track and manage metal powder inventory (virgin, used, and scrap)
- Support powder movement between machines, sieving, storage, and production
- Maintain accurate inventory records in ERP/MES systems
- Assist with month-end inventory counts and reconciliation
- Ensure proper labeling, traceability, and storage of all materials
- Assist in maintaining lab organization, cleanliness, and safety standards
- Support powder sampling, handling, and preparation for testing
- Help manage lab consumables and inventory levels
- Assist engineering/quality teams with material-related requests
- Assist with maintenance and upkeep of EOS M-400 powder dispensers
- Support material changeovers and material change kits
- Perform basic troubleshooting and minor repairs on lab/powder equipment
- Coordinate with maintenance or OEMs for escalated issues
- Assist with packaging and shipment of printed parts and materials
- Support inbound/outbound logistics, including receiving powders and consumables
- Ensure compliance with handling and shipping requirements for metal powders
- Prepare documentation and maintain shipment records
- Provide backup support to production control / “control tower” activities
- Assist with tracking work orders, material availability, and job flow
- Help identify and resolve material or logistical bottlenecks
Required:
- 2 years in manufacturing, warehouse, lab, or technical operations role
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Comfortable working in a hands-on, fast-paced environment
- Basic mechanical aptitude (tools, equipment handling, troubleshooting)
- Ability to lift/move materials (up to ~50 lbs)
- Experience in additive manufacturing or metal powders
- Familiarity with EOS systems (M-400 or similar)
- Experience with ERP/MES or inventory systems
- Forklift or material handling experience
- High attention to detail
- Strong ownership and accountability
- Ability to work across multiple teams (lab, production, supply chain)
- Problem-solving mindset with willingness to jump in where needed
- Safety-first mentality
All candidates selected for this position will be required to successfully complete a background check as a condition of employment. This process is designed to ensure the safety and security of our workplace and may include verification of employment history, education, criminal records, and other relevant factors.