What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lead Machine Operator position at 3D Systems?
As part of the Healthcare unit of 3D Systems, the Littleton facility acts as a service bureau to enable customers without the expertise, capital, or desire to additively manufacture their products. We are experts in digital workflows and patient-specific devices, and five different kinds of 3D Printing. The Manufacturing department serves both the Personalized Healthcare Solutions as well as the Advanced Manufacturing product lines with plastic and metal additive manufacturing.
What We're Looking For
The 3D Systems site in Littleton, Colorado, is expanding rapidly and needs an enthusiastic and dedicated Metals Post Processing Lead to augment the existing leadership team. Candidates should be experienced with coaching and implementing/creating process improvement systems. Additional helpful skills in problem-solving, attention to detail, and prioritization management are crucial to a successful team leader.
What You Will Do
The following performance objectives will determine job success for this position:
- Following WI's/Workmanship Standards. All work done on the Manufacturing floors will be completed by following written/visual WI's and Workmanship standards. Attention to accurately documenting all tasks performed is a critical driver in satisfying quality/departmental standards. The shift Lead will be responsible for ensuring their team adheres to all company standards while being a source of knowledge and guidance.
- Multitask/Set and follow priorities. Initiative in completing tasks handed out by the Dept. Manager/Supervisor promptly while achieving high-quality standards. Leads will set their team up for success by setting daily/weekly goals based upon Dept. leadership communications.
- Working Lead. This Lead position will be considered a working Lead and will require the candidate to work side by side with Post Processors when time allows. Leads will be given the responsibility and be empowered to learn all areas of production. The Lead position is a critical stakeholder in safety initiatives and processing improvements.
- Engineering, Development, and Quality Department Support. Leads will work hand in hand with all manufacturing departments to ensure customer standards and company goals are met. These are critical/essential relationships that allow us to perform at an industry-leading level.
- Adherence to 6s , Lean Manufacturing, and PPE Standards. Leads will champion 6s, Lean Manufacturing, and Continuous Improvement projects with their team. PPE adherence and safety are the number one priorities on the manufacturing floor.
- Work within a team environment. Leads will help drive and build a strong team culture based upon excellent communication and technician empowerment. A successful Lead will exhibit drive and dedication in making their team extraordinary.
- Recognition of Non-Conforming product. Ability to identify or recognize non-conforming products and use the proper quality protocols to ensure necessary steps are being initiated/adhered to and communicated.
- Training/Development. Leads will help Supervisors ensure their team's training plans are up to date and current. They will be responsible for conducting in-person training with technicians when processes change or new processes are developed.
- Reviews/Performance Evaluation. Leads will give feedback to Dept. Manager/Supervisor about team and tech performance.
- Enthusiastic in learning new processes/machinery. DMP personnel works with various types of machinery and auxiliary equipment to attain a finished product. Some of these Machines/equipment include:
- Blast Cabinets. Blast cabinets contain media such as glass bead, alumina, and sodium bicarbonate.
- Micro Grinders. These handheld machines are used to perfect high detail post-processing/finishing of complex parts. Close attention to detail while using these tools helps to ensure excellence in finishing and meeting customer expectations.
- Industrial Sander. The use of these will help shape parts to meet dimensional quality specifications.
- Hand tools. Confidence in using a drill, air hammer, manual chisels, files, picks, and other essential machine shop tools.
- Ultra Sonic Cleaning Line. Technicians will learn how to run various machines within our wet lab.
As we continue building Great teams, we are looking for Individuals with possible experience in any of the below fields:
- Machine shop environment.
- Dental Technician
- Jewelry Technician
- Medical Device Industry
- Manufacturing experience
- Metal, plastic, or wood finishing skills
- Excellent verbal communication skills
- Creative problem solving
- Previous leadership experience desired
Please review the performance objectives above to better understand the critical success factors necessary for this role.
DMP personnel will be required to wear a Full Face, Half Face, and or Powered Air-Purifying Respirator when performing tasks associated with Metal Powder exposure along with blast cabinet and industrial grinder use. These will be provided by 3D Systems.
Furthermore, employees will need to be fit tested during the hiring process and annually thereafter
The good stuff:
The pay range for this role is $20.86 to $25.04 per hour, with a regular schedule of 40 hours per week and the opportunity for overtime. This position is eligible for an annual bonus based upon company performance. We offer a comprehensive benefit plan including medical, dental, and vision coverage, company-paid life and disability insurance, sick leave, parental leave, a 401k retirement savings plan with company match, flexible vacation time, and paid holidays.
The fine print:
This is an in-person role at our Littleton, CO facility near C470 and W. Bowles Avenue. We will also take the time to address any accommodation you may need.
Salary : $21 - $25