Freeform · 14 hours ago
Materials Lab Technician (Trainee)
Los Angeles, CA
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad
$20/hr - $26/hrFreeform is deploying software-defined, autonomous metal 3D printing factories around the world. As a Materials Lab Technician (Trainee), you will be involved in the testing and analysis of 3D printed parts and materials, working closely with the engineering team to improve testing processes and procedures.
3D TechnologyElectronicsIndustrial AutomationMachinery ManufacturingRobotics
Responsibilities
Perform metallurgical sample preparation including cutting, grinding, polishing, acid etching, and mounting
Operate and maintain testing equipment such as Instrons, surface scanners, and more
Contribute to printing operations such as vacuuming powder, removing finished parts from the system and loading fresh build plates
Work with the engineering team to collect data and conduct testing, analysis, and review of printed parts
Perform data entry and report generation
Participate in process improvement efforts to streamline testing procedures
Contribute to installation and commissioning of new machines used for material testing / qualification
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or GED
Personal or professional experience working with machines, mechanical systems, material testing, or related processes
Preferred
1+ years of professional experience in materials and processing, mechanical testing, semiconductor processing, or chemical processing
Experience in metallurgical sample preparation
Extreme attention to detail and critical thinking skills
Experience handling and keeping track of a large number of physical parts and the measurements taken on them
Experience in operating complex equipment
Experience working with hazardous materials
Experience with data entry
Ability to lift and/or move up to 30lbs unassisted
Ability to climb ladders and be on your feet for extended periods of time
Must be available and willing to work overtime when needed
Benefits
Significant stock option packages
100% employer-paid Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (premium PPO and HMO options)
Life insurance
Traditional and Roth 401(k)
Paid vacation, sick leave, and company holidays
Generous Paid Parental Leave and extended transition back to work for the birthing parent
Free daily catered lunch and dinner, and fully stocked kitchenette
Casual dress, flexible work hours, and regular catered team building events
Company
Freeform
Freeform is a 3D printing company offering metal 3D printing solutions for manufacturing companies.
Founded in 2018
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageTotal Funding
$59MKey Investors
Two Sigma Ventures
2024-10-22Series Unknown· $14M
2023-02-01Series Unknown· $45M
2021-01-01Series A
Leadership Team
Erik Palitsch
CEO / Co-Founder
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