Chicago Magnesium Casting Co
Additive Manufacturing Technician-Lead
Chicago Magnesium Casting Co, Crown Point, Indiana, United States, 46307
Additive Manufacturing Technician-Lead
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Description The Lead Additive Manufacturing (AM) Technician is responsible for overseeing and performing all aspects of additive manufacturing operations, including setup, operation, and maintenance of 3D printers, post‑processing of components, and quality assurance. This role serves as a technical leader on the AM team, providing guidance to junior technicians, optimizing processes, and ensuring production goals are met with high quality and efficiency.
Education & Experience
Bachelor’s degree in a technical field (e.g., Mechanical Engineering Technology, Manufacturing Engineering, Materials Science) or equivalent, with extensive hands‑on experience in a related technical manufacturing role.
Prior experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment.
Prior experience with additive manufacturing (AM) technologies and processes.
Experience with foundry or casting processes.
Required Skills & Abilities
Pattern making design and manufacturing experience.
Strong mechanical aptitude; able to understand, troubleshoot, and maintain complex industrial systems.
Highly computer literate; comfortable with machine control software, ERP systems, and MS Office.
Proficiency in reading and interpreting operating manuals, technical drawings, and specifications.
Experience with 3D CAD software (e.g., SOLIDWORKS, CATIA).
3D Blue‑light scanning and reverse engineering experience.
Employment Details
Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level
Employment type: Full‑time
Job function: Management and Manufacturing
Industry: Airlines and Aviation
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Additive Manufacturing Technician-Lead
role at
Chicago Magnesium Casting Co .
Description The Lead Additive Manufacturing (AM) Technician is responsible for overseeing and performing all aspects of additive manufacturing operations, including setup, operation, and maintenance of 3D printers, post‑processing of components, and quality assurance. This role serves as a technical leader on the AM team, providing guidance to junior technicians, optimizing processes, and ensuring production goals are met with high quality and efficiency.
Education & Experience
Bachelor’s degree in a technical field (e.g., Mechanical Engineering Technology, Manufacturing Engineering, Materials Science) or equivalent, with extensive hands‑on experience in a related technical manufacturing role.
Prior experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment.
Prior experience with additive manufacturing (AM) technologies and processes.
Experience with foundry or casting processes.
Required Skills & Abilities
Pattern making design and manufacturing experience.
Strong mechanical aptitude; able to understand, troubleshoot, and maintain complex industrial systems.
Highly computer literate; comfortable with machine control software, ERP systems, and MS Office.
Proficiency in reading and interpreting operating manuals, technical drawings, and specifications.
Experience with 3D CAD software (e.g., SOLIDWORKS, CATIA).
3D Blue‑light scanning and reverse engineering experience.
Employment Details
Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level
Employment type: Full‑time
Job function: Management and Manufacturing
Industry: Airlines and Aviation
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