Manufacturing Technician

About Prototek

Prototek is a leading national provider of digital based manufacturing services including CNC machining, precision sheet metal fabrication, EDM, and additive manufacturing services. Prototek serves a variety of customer end markets, including aerospace, defense, medical, robotics, electronics, consumer, and general industrial. Prototek has manufacturing locations across the United States including facilities in New Hampshire, Wisconsin, California, Colorado, and Pennsylvania. Prototek is ISO 9001:2015 and AS9100D:2016 certified as well as ITAR Registered.

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The role of the AM Lead Technician is to work in conjunction with the SLS and SLA Supervisors to manage workloads and priorities of the SLA and SLS departments. This position will provide day-to-day leadership of personnel and problem‑solving techniques to ensure project timelines and department goals are satisfied. This position will also be a contributing member of the department, using proficient 3D‑printing techniques and processes to produce high‑precision parts.

Being a clear communicator and having a positive influence on your team is crucial for success.

• Read and interpret prints, specification sheets, and/or 3D files to determine machine setup
• Perform intermediate to advanced AM programming
• Perform intermediate operations of 3D printers for multiple technologies, including:
• SLA/DLP – Perform build startups and vat swaps
• SLS/MJF – Perform build startups, frame changes, and powder refills
• FDM – Perform build startups, machine calibrations, and tip changes
• Ability to troubleshoot issues with machines or part quality
• Perform intermediate post‑processing and finishing techniques of completed parts
• Track production progress using ERP system
• Perform dimensional and visual inspection of parts per specifications using basic measuring equipment
• Coordinate daily production needs with supervisor and assist in establishing production priorities
• Identify and communicate production challenges or successes and workload status
• Use good judgement to make sound and reasonable decisions related to production, quality, and cost control
• Train and mentor new and current employees on department operations and procedures; ensure proper and complete knowledge of training
• Collaborate with Project Managers to calculate time and material costs for quoting purposes
• Monitor department inventory levels
• Research and recommend purchase of tools, equipment, and supplies as required
• Assist with cleaning and preventative maintenance of machines, tools, and work stations
• Assist with coordinating repairs and preventative maintenance with internal and external maintenance teams
• Serve as backup to department supervisor as necessary
• Assist in the development of department SOP’s and best practices
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment
• Other duties as assigned

• Proficient knowledge of SLA, SLS, MJF, FDM, and DLP machines
• Proficient knowledge of material properties
• Proficient knowledge of Materialise Magics
• Proficient knowledge of machine interfaces
• Basic knowledge of the ISO 9001 and AS9100 standards
• Proficient knowledge of print reading
• Proficient knowledge of commonly used hand and power tools
• Basic knowledge of relationship management skills and conflict resolution
• Basic knowledge of general business practices
• Proficient computer literacy, including Microsoft Office

• Demonstrate leadership by approaching work positively and influencing and guiding colleagues
• Demonstrate motivation and accountability to achieve individual and department goals; work effectively under pressure with limited supervision
• Demonstrate effective written and verbal communication skills to tactfully collaborate with team members
• Organize, prioritize and manage multiple medium to high‑complexity projects in a cross‑functional environment
• Grasp intermediate to complex concepts, anticipate possible problems, and generate solutions with proficient problem‑solving skills
• Exercise sound judgment in ambiguous situations when time is critical
• Ability to respond and adapt quickly to changing circumstances and…