What are the responsibilities and job description for the Additive Manufacturing Operator position at Sybridge Technologies?
Corporate Profile
SyBridge Technologies is the global leader in technology-enabled design, prototyping and manufacturing solutions for complex, high-precision parts. Our mission is to use technology to simplify and accelerate how parts are designed and manufactured. SyBridge is one of North Americas largest injection molding tooling platforms and the largest private on-demand digital manufacturer. Our AI/ML technology platform is supported by an industry-leading team of software engineers, computational geometry experts and data scientists. SyBridge Technologies is backed by Crestview Partners and comprises 15 acquisitions that bring together different products, services, and technologies into a unified technology-enabled platform. We are headquartered in Itasca, Illinois and operate through 18 locations across North America, Europe, and Asia. For more information, please visitwww.SyBridge.com.
About Crestview Partners
Founded in 2004, Crestview is a value-oriented private equity firm focused on the middle market. The firm is based in New York and manages funds with approximately $10 billion of aggregate capital commitments. The firm is led by a group of partners who have complementary experience and backgrounds in private equity, finance, operations, and management. Crestview has senior investment professionals focused on sourcing and managing investments in each of the specialty areas of the firm: industrials, media, and financial services. For more information, please visit uswww.crestview.com.
Position Summary
The Additive Manufacturing Technician plays a vital role in the daily operations of the 3D printing production environment, responsible for the setup, maintenance, and operation of additive manufacturing equipment. This hands-on position ensures that printed parts meet precise specifications through careful monitoring, post-processing, and collaboration with quality and engineering teams. The technician performs machine upkeep, prepares materials, and carries out finishing processes such as media blasting and sanding, all while adhering to safety and quality protocols. Working closely with packers, trainers, supervisors, and quality personnel, the technician contributes to a team-driven culture focused on delivering high-quality, on-time production in a fast-paced, evolving manufacturing setting.
- 2nd Shift:3:00PM 11:30PM
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
- 3D Printer set-up (filling and mixing resin cassettes, loading and unloading powder carts, scheduling and sending prints to printers)
- Cleaning, washing, and preparing parts for thermal processing Follow standard operating procedures to meet safety and quality needs Performing daily machine maintenance duties; cleaning, scheduled preventative maintenance, and general repairs.
- Secondary Processing (media blasting, sanding, and general assembly work). General facility maintenance, including the following 6s processes to maintain a safe, clean, and organized work area.
- Collaborating with the Manufacturing Engineering and Quality teams to ensure customer requirements are met
- Occasional clerical duties such as managing inventory or packaging parts
- Will help meet weekly metric goals including but not limited to: printer utilization, on time delivery, quality, revenue
Qualifications
- Experience in 3D printing, additive manufacturing, or related manufacturing processes (preferred but not required)
- Hands-on mechanical aptitude and appreciation for building and working with materials in a production environment.
- Motivated to learn and grow within the field of advanced manufacturing technologies.
- Prior experience using inspection and metrology tools/equipment (preferred, not required)
- Good organization and communication skills
- Demonstrated ability to proactively solve problems
- Basic clerical skills, including inventory tracking and part packaging, as needed.
- High School diploma or GED (required)
Our commitment to you
SyBridge Technologies is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits Discrimination and Harassment of any kind. We are committed to the attitude of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at SyBridge are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, National origin, veteran or disability status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. SyBridge encourages applicants of all ages.
This position will require prolonged computer use, sitting for periods of time, and walking in a manufacturing facility. In accordance with Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), SyBridge Technologies will provide accommodations when requested by the employee. When the employee becomes aware of any disabilities that would affect them from performing their duties, they will advise SyBridge Technologies if accommodation is required.