R&D 3D Printing Technician

Who We Are

At CPC (Colder Products Company), we connect fluid lines and people, ideas, and possibilities. For nearly 50 years, we’ve engineered cutting‑edge fluid connection technologies that power industries such as biopharmaceutical, thermal management, medical, industrial, and chemical handling markets.

We are looking for an R&D 3D Printing Technician to support efficient product development and manufacturing. The role is full time, Monday‑Friday, 7:30 am–4:00 pm.

• Owns prototype delivery and quality for the area to support efficient product development and manufacturing.
• Contributes to the strategy of 3D printing within the company with respect to future capability and capacity expansion as the subject matter expert.
• Collaborates with design, manufacturing, and quality teams to meet customer requirements, including referencing CAD models in Creo or Solidworks.
• Sets up 3D printers, including loading/unloading material spools, filling resin cassettes, preparing software programs, scheduling jobs, and sending prints to various machines using multiple technologies.
• Prepare parts for post‑processing, following standard procedures.
• Performs preventive maintenance, including cleaning, preventative upkeep, and minor repairs, in accordance with safety and quality standards.
• Executes secondary processing such as media blasting, sanding, and general assembly.
• Maintains a clean and organized work area through 5S and general facility upkeep.
• Troubleshoots equipment and print issues to ensure optimal machine performance.
• Handles occasional administrative tasks such as inventory management, material ordering, and part packaging.
• Performs other job duties as assigned to meet business needs.

• Associate’s degree in technical areas such as engineering, design (CAD), or similar.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with the ability to diagnose and repair 3D printing equipment required.
• Working knowledge of computer hardware and troubleshooting as it relates to printing systems required.
• Understanding of computer networking concepts applicable to printing operations required.
• Basic knowledge of engineering drawings, CAD models, and measurement methods required.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Teams, SharePoint, Excel, and Word required.
• This role may require less than 5% travel; candidates should be comfortable with occasional travel as needed to support business objectives.

• 3 or more years of experience with 3D printing in a manufacturing or engineering setting.
• In‑depth knowledge of relevant materials used in the practice of 3D printing.
• Stratasys certification as a level 2 or higher operator.
• Basic CAD skills for model interrogation and manipulation.
• Familiarity with FDM, Poly Jet, and resin‑based additive technologies, including Digital Light Projector (DLP), Continuous Liquid Interface Production (CLIP), and Stereo lithography Apparatus (SLA).
• 2+ years of hands‑on experience in 3D printing, additive manufacturing, or related fields.
• Coursework or certification in Design or Manufacturing with a focus on 3D printing.

Health and Wellness, Financial Benefits, Pay Range, and Bonus Eligibility.

• Health & Wellness:
  • Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision coverage starting day one for you and your family.
  • Health Savings Account (HSA) contributions for eligible plans.
  • Company‑paid Long‑Term & Short‑Term Disability and Life Insurance for added security.
  • On‑site gym & wellness programs to help stay active and healthy.
• Financial Benefits:
  • 401(k) plan with automatic employer contributions starting on day one, plus profit‑sharing to invest in your future.
  • Referral bonuses – get rewarded for connecting talented friends and family to CPC job openings.
• Pay Range: $25.00 – $32.00 per hour. Individual compensation is based on skills, experience, and qualifications related to this position.
• Bonus Eligibility:
  No.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other factors prohibited by law.

Location:

Arden Hills, Minnesota Work arrangement:
Onsite Sub‑Division:
Engineering Job Function:
Manufacturing & Operations Job Requisition