Printer Operator

The Fountain Group is currently seeking a 3D Printer Operator for a prominent client in Roselle, IL.

Location:

Central Avenue, Roselle, IL 60172. Shift: Day Shift, Mon–Fri;
Sat if needed; 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM OT as needed. Duration:
In 3 months (Temp to hire). Hourly Rate on W2: $22.50.

Job Description

As an Additive Lab Technician, your primary role is to operate and maintain 3D printers. This includes setting up and breaking down print setups, slicing parts, optimizing printer capacity, verifying quality, and meeting the demands of operations.

• Slice STL models using common slicers.
• Optimize printer capacity and print quality, balancing quality and speed.
• Operate 3D printers, loading and unloading programs and material.
• Maintain 3D printers, such as nozzle changes, hot end rebuilds and other general maintenance.
• Perform finish operations on printed parts, such as sanding/filing, removing supports and adding inserts.
• Provide system cost estimates for new printed parts.
• Ability to read a blueprint and quality check key dimensions.
• Ability to utilize basic measurement tools (tape measure, caliper and micrometer).
• Ability to utilize common assembly tools (drills, hammers and wrenches).
• Strong mechanical aptitude.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment and adhere to 6S principles.
• Additional duties as required.

• Education: Associate degree or equivalent work experience.
• Experience / Abilities: Minimum of 1–4 years’ experience; experience in development or technical support of industrial equipment a plus; ability to read and interpret mechanical schematics; excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Computer skills: Proficiency in MS Office suite (Word, Excel and Outlook) and Navision ERP; experience in SharePoint, Prusa Slicer, Markforged Eiger or similar is required.