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ADDITIVE MANUFACTURING TECHNICIAN  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. 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.    Responsibilities:    Operate, maintain, and monitor machinery such as wire EDMs, surface grinders, sand blasters, deburring tools, bandsaws and handle metal powders   Post process printed parts including depowering, precision cleaning, removing supports, and surface-finishing   Participate in process improvement efforts to streamline post processing operations to enable mass production   Help turnover builds, ensuring powders, tools, and equipment are available at all times   Assist with visual inspection and shipment of final parts   Basic Qualifications:    1+ years of experience in metal additive manufacturing process support or precision deburring of machined parts   Nice to Have:   Experience in operating complex equipment    Skilled with manual machining, welding, cutting, fitting and/or bending of stainless steels, aluminums, and high-strength nickel alloys   Ability to utilize power tools, hand tools, cranes, forklifts, and other heavy equipment   Ability to lift and/or move up to 50lbs 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    Safety conscience    Proficient with Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint   Location:     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. 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. What We Offer:     We have an inclusive and diverse culture that values collaboration, learning, and making deliberate data-driven decisions.    We offer a unique opportunity to be an early and integral member of a rapidly growing company that is scaling a world-changing technology.    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)   Relocation assistance provided   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