Additive Manufacturing Technician (Post Processing Operations) at Freeform
Los Angeles, CA (On-site)Full-timeMachining & Fabrication Posted 26 days ago
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<h2><span style="font-size: 14pt;">ADDITIVE MANUFACTURING TECHNICIAN </span></h2>
<p class="x_MsoNormal"><span data-olk-copy-source="MessageBody">Freeform builds AI-native manufacturing systems that unify software, hardware, and physics to produce industrial-scale parts at the speed of human ideation. By treating manufacturing as a single integrated system, we unlock a new era of innovation where complex hardware is designed, built, and scaled without limits.</span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="auto">As an Additive Manufacturing Technician at Freeform, you will play a critical role in the post processing of 3D printed parts for the world’s most additive manufacturing systems. You will own everything required to go from finished print to shipping parts out to customers including powder handling, EDM operation, support removal, surface finishing, inspection, and more. We are looking for someone with extreme attention to detail and a keen eye for process improvements to help Freeform scale to mass production. The ideal candidate will be comfortable working in a fast-paced R&D environment, will take pride in their work, and will have a no-job-too-big-or-small mentality. </span></p>
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<p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Responsibilities: </span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></p>
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<li><span data-contrast="auto">Operate, maintain, and monitor machinery such as wire EDMs, surface grinders, sand blasters, deburring tools, bandsaws and handle metal powders</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":false,"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Post process printed parts including depowering, precision cleaning, removing supports, and surface-finishing</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":false,"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Participate in process improvement efforts to streamline post processing operations to enable mass production </span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":false,"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Help turnover builds, ensuring powders, tools, and equipment are available at all times</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":false,"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Assist with visual inspection and shipment of final parts </span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":false,"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
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<p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Basic Qualifications: </span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></p>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="1" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">1+ years of experience in metal additive manufacturing process support or precision deburring of machined parts</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
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<p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Nice to Have:</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></p>
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<li><span data-contrast="auto">Experience in operating complex equipment </span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":false,"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Skilled with manual machining, welding, cutting, fitting and/or bending of stainless steels, aluminums, and high-strength nickel alloys</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Ability to utilize power tools, hand tools, cranes, forklifts, and other heavy equipment</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Ability to lift and/or move up to 50lbs unassisted</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Ability to climb ladders and be on your feet for extended periods of time</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Must be available and willing to work overtime when needed </span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Safety conscience </span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":false,"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Proficient with Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":false,"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
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<p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Location:</span></strong><span data-contrast="auto"> </span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559685":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></p>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="4" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">Based in Hawthorne, our vertically integrated facility brings technology development, R&D, and production together under one roof. We operate at the center of LA’s deep tech ecosystem, surrounded by some of the most ambitious hardware innovation happening anywhere in the country.</li>
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<p>Our fast-paced, cross-functional environment is built on close collaboration, and as such, this role requires full-time onsite presence (five days a week), with very limited exceptions.</p>
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<p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">What We Offer:</span></strong><span data-contrast="auto"> </span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559685":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></p>
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<li><span data-contrast="auto">We have an inclusive and diverse culture that values collaboration, learning, and making deliberate data-driven decisions. </span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">We offer a unique opportunity to be an early and integral member of a rapidly growing company that is scaling a world-changing technology. </span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Benefits</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span>
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<li><span data-contrast="auto">Significant stock option packages</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">100% employer-paid Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (premium PPO and HMO options)</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Life insurance</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Traditional and Roth 401(k)</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Relocation assistance provided</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Paid vacation, sick leave, and company holidays</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Generous Paid Parental Leave and extended transition back to work for the birthing parent</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Free daily catered lunch and dinner, and fully stocked kitchenette</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Casual dress, flexible work hours, and regular catered team building events</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
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<li><span data-contrast="auto">Compensation</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span>
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<li><span data-contrast="auto">As a growing company, the salary range is intentionally wide as we determine the most appropriate package for each individual taking into consideration years of experience, educational background, and unique skills and abilities as demonstrated throughout the interview process. Our intent is to offer a salary that is commensurate for the company’s current stage of development and allows the employee to grow and develop within a role.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">In addition to the significant stock option package, the estimated pay range for this role is $25-$40/hour<span data-teams="true">. The upper end of the range is reserved for individuals who demonstrate exceptional experience, deep domain mastery, and a proven history of high performance and impact.</span></span></li>
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<li><span data-contrast="auto">Freeform is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity; employment with Freeform is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
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