Sr. Additive Manufacturing Technician

The role

You will operate advanced metal additive manufacturing systems and software to fabricate dental products. You will manage metal print workflows including build preparation, machine operation, post processing, and quality inspection.

What you will do

• Prepare prints, calibrate, and operate industrial metal laser powder bed fusion equipment, annealing furnace, wire EDM, and CNC mill.
• Safely handle, sieve, mix, and recycle metal powders following environmental, health, and safety (EHS) protocols.
• Perform post-build operations including de-powdering, part removal, support structure removal, and build plate resurfacing.
• Inspect finished parts using precision measurement tools.
• Perform routine preventative maintenance on AM equipment.
• Diagnose and resolve mechanical, electrical, or software issues.
• Analyze failed builds to determine root causes and recommend adjustments.
• Train, mentor, and guide junior technicians on best practices and safety standards.
• Maintain records of build logs, material lot numbers, maintenance activities, and quality inspections.

Required qualifications

• Minimum of 2+ years of hands-on experience in EITHER Metal Additive Manufacturing (3D Printing) OR CNC Machining.
• Ability to read and execute manufacturing work instructions.
• Comfortable with digital manufacturing workflows (i.e. CAD files, STL files).
• Strong mechanical skills and experience using standard hand tools, power tools, and precision measurement instruments.
• Experience with inspection techniques.
• Excellent diagnostic skills with a track record of troubleshooting complex mechanical or manufacturing process issues.
• Willingness and ability to strictly adhere to safety protocols, including wearing required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) such as respirators.
• Ability to lift, push, or pull 50 lbs.
• Capable of standing for extended periods of time.

Nice to have

• Associate’s degree or technical certificate in Advanced Manufacturing, Machining, Engineering Technology, or a related field.
• Experience with AM build preparation software (e.g., Materialise Magics, Oqton/Oqcam, etc.).
• Experience with heat treatment processes or wire EDM operation.
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles (5S, Six Sigma).
• Experience working in the medical device or dental industry.

Benefits

• Healthcare
• Dental
• Mental health support
• Parental planning resources
• Retirement savings options
• Generous paid time off

About the company

Dandy is transforming the dental industry through technology. They are building the operating system for dental offices to empower clinicians and their teams.