CNC Operator

CNC Operator

Falls Church, Virginia

Do you enjoy working hands-on with machines, tools, and materials to create high-quality parts? Are you detail-oriented and energized by technical craftsmanship in a fast-paced manufacturing environment? Ready to support innovative production workflows using CNC machining and advanced 3D printing? If so, we'd love to meet you!

Formative 3D is seeking a CNC Operator to support post-processing operations and fabricate custom fixtures and jigs that enhance our production workflow. This role blends hands-on machining with technical precision and close collaboration across production and engineering teams.

You'll operate CNC and robotic milling equipment to post-process large-format 3D-printed furniture components while contributing to continuous improvements in efficiency, quality, and shop operations.

Salary range: $28 - $33/hour

Key Responsibilities

• Operate 3-axis CNC routers and 6-axis robotic milling machines to post-process 3D-printed components and produce fixtures and jigs
• Interpret technical drawings and CAD files to set up and execute milling operations
• Perform post-processing tasks on printed parts, including trimming, sanding, and surface finishing
• Inspect machined and printed parts for dimensional accuracy and quality standards
• Maintain, calibrate, and troubleshoot CNC equipment and tooling
• Collaborate with engineering and production teams to improve fixture design and workflow efficiency
• Assist with general shop duties, including material preparation, organization, and equipment upkeep

What You Bring

• 2+ years of experience operating CNC milling machines in a production or prototyping environment
• Proficiency in reading technical drawings and using measurement tools such as calipers and micrometers
• Familiarity with G-code, CAM software, and CNC setup procedures (Fusion 360 preferred)
• Strong mechanical aptitude and attention to detail
• Experience with post-processing plastics or composite materials (preferred)
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team environment
• Comfort lifting up to 50 lbs and working in a hands-on shop setting
• Experience with 3D printing or furniture assembly—or a strong desire to learn—is a plus

What We Offer:

• Compensation commensurate with experience
• Full suite of healthcare benefits, including medical, dental, and vision
• Competitive PTO plans
• Competitive retirement plans

Why Join Formative 3D?

Built environments can be manufactured the same way the best technology products are: faster, smarter and at scale.

Formative 3D deploys full-scale manufacturing solutions built for speed, flexibility and real-world impact. By combining advanced 3D printing, robotics and technology, we rethink how physical products for the built world are created — from concept to installation. We design and manufacture products that range from high-end furniture systems and architectural lighting to jigs, fixtures, and tooling.

Formative 3D pushes additive manufacturing forward and sets a new standard for how the built environment gets made. After years of research, our first production facility launched in 2026, and we're already proving that a new model of manufacturing isn't theoretical; it's operational.

Apply online today to join a great team!

Formative 3D is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to hiring and developing the most qualified individuals based on job-related experience, skills, and merit. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. We value a respectful, inclusive workplace where everyone has the opportunity to succeed.

Formative 3D maintains a drug-free workplace consistent with applicable local, state, and federal laws.