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Sr. Additive Manufacturing Technician

Dandy· Operations
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USA - Indianapolis IN$30k - $33.5kFull-timePosted 3mo ago

About the role

Experienced metal additive manufacturing technician responsible for operating advanced metal AM systems, ensuring high-quality dental products, and supporting growth of the metal AM department at the Indianapolis facility.

Responsibilities

  • Machine Operation & Setup: Prepare prints, calibrate, and operate industrial metal laser powder bed fusion equipment, annealing furnace, wire EDM, and CNC mill.
  • Powder Management: Safely handle, sieve, mix, and recycle metal powders (CoCrMo & Ti64) following environmental, health, and safety (EHS) protocols.
  • Post-Processing: Perform critical post-build operations, including de-powdering, part removal from build substrate, support structure removal, and build plate resurfacing.
  • Quality Assurance: Inspect finished parts using precision measurement tools to ensure dimensional accuracy and compliance with engineering drawings and CAD models.
  • Maintenance & Troubleshooting: Perform routine preventative maintenance on AM equipment. Diagnose and resolve mechanical, electrical, or software issues to minimize machine downtime.
  • Process Improvement & Leadership: Analyze failed builds to determine root causes and recommend adjustments. Train, mentor, and guide junior technicians on best practices and safety standards.
  • Documentation: Maintain records of build logs, material lot numbers, maintenance activities, and quality inspections for full production traceability.

Qualifications

  • Experience: Minimum of 2+ years of hands-on experience in EITHER Metal Additive Manufacturing (3D Printing) OR CNC Machining.
  • Technical Literacy: Proven ability to read and execute manufacturing work instructions and comfortable with digital manufacturing workflows (i.e. CAD files, STL files).
  • Mechanical Aptitude: Strong mechanical skills and experience using standard hand tools, power tools, and precision measurement instruments.
  • Quality Control: Experience with inspection techniques capable of verifying production meets internal quality standards.
  • Problem-Solving: Excellent diagnostic skills with a track record of troubleshooting complex mechanical or manufacturing process issues.
  • Safety-First Mindset: Willingness and ability to strictly adhere to safety protocols, including wearing required PPE such as respirators when handling fine metal powders.
  • Physical Requirements: Ability to lift, push, or pull 50 lbs. and capable of standing for extended periods.

Skills

Required:Metal Additive ManufacturingQuality Inspection
Nice to have:CNC Machining

Benefits

  • best-in-class, comprehensive, and inclusive benefits tailored to each country where we operate; typically healthcare, dental, mental health support, parental planning resources, retirement savings options, and generous paid time off.
Last updated Oct 1, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.

About Dandy

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