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title: "Advanced Manufacturing Technician"
company: "Strategic HR Client Job"
company_url: "https://www.remjobs.works/companies/strategic-hr-client-job"
url: "https://www.remjobs.works/job/strategic-hr-client-job-advanced-manufacturing-technician-5fadd0f2-570b-45e5-b693-5566e04e37b5"
apply_url: "https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/strategichr/jobs/7998408003"
workplace: onsite
location: "Falls Church, Virginia"
employment_type: unspecified
seniority: mid
role: operations
region: united-states
date_posted: 2026-09-17T16:52:46.000Z
first_seen_by_remjobs: 2026-09-17T17:34:21.890Z
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# Advanced Manufacturing Technician

**Strategic HR Client Job** · Falls Church, Virginia

Apply: https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/strategichr/jobs/7998408003

## About the role

#### Job Opportunity: Advanced Manufacturing Technician with Formative 3D in Falls Church, VA

#### Are you energized by hands-on work that blends cutting-edge technology with real-world manufacturing? Do you thrive in fast-paced, startup environments where quality, ownership, and innovation matter? Ready to help build scalable, sustainable products using large-format 3D printing? If so, we’d love to meet you!

As an **Advanced Manufacturing Technician**, you’ll be at the core of our production operations, supporting the launch and growth of our new manufacturing facility. You’ll operate and maintain large-format robotic and FDM 3D printers, prepare and manage print jobs, post-process components, and ensure every part meets our quality standards.

This is a unique opportunity to join a growing startup at the ground floor and play a hands-on role in shaping innovative, modular furniture systems using advanced additive manufacturing technologies.

**Salary range:** $22 - $32/hour

**Key Responsibilities**

You will work closely with production, engineering, and design teams to:

- Operate and maintain large-format robotic and FDM 3D printers for component-based production

- Slice 3D models using PrusaSlicer and related software to generate print-ready G-code

- Manage pellet and filament inventory (PLA, PETG, etc.) and load materials to meet production demand

- Schedule, queue, and monitor print jobs across a fleet of printers to support 24/7 output

- Track material usage, print cycle times, and conduct quality inspections on all manufactured parts

- Harvest prints and perform post-processing, including support removal and part cleaning

- Troubleshoot printer issues and perform routine maintenance and calibration

- Fabricate jigs, fixtures, and other shop equipment as needed

- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe production environment

- Document production data and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives

- Collaborate with engineering and design teams to optimize print quality and efficiency

**Qualifications:**

- 1+ years of experience in additive manufacturing, FDM printing, or related production environments (e.g., woodworking, metalworking, aerospace, CNC)

- Strong mechanical aptitude with hands-on problem-solving skills

- Comfort operating hand tools, power tools, and fabrication equipment

- Familiarity with PrusaSlicer and 3D modeling software such as Fusion 360 (preferred)

- Experience working with networked PC-based systems (MS Office, ERP systems)

- Detail-oriented mindset with a strong commitment to quality and safety

- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, startup environment

- Physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for extended periods

- Willingness to work weekends as needed

**What We Offer:**

- Compensation commensurate with experience

- Full suite of healthcare benefits, including medical, dental, and vision

- Competitive PTO plans

- Competitive retirement plans

**Why Join Formative 3D?**

Built environments can be manufactured the same way the best technology products are: faster, smarter and at scale.

Formative 3D deploys full-scale manufacturing solutions built for speed, flexibility and real-world impact. By combining advanced 3D printing, robotics and technology, we rethink how physical products for the built world are created — from concept to installation. We design and manufacture products that range from high-end furniture systems and architectural lighting to jigs, fixtures, and tooling.

Formative 3D pushes additive manufacturing forward and sets a new standard for how the built environment gets made. After years of research, our first production facility launched in 2026, and we’re already proving that a new model of manufacturing isn’t theoretical; it’s operational.

Apply online today to join a great team!

*Formative 3D is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to hiring and developing the most qualified individuals based on job-related experience, skills, and merit. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. We value a respectful, inclusive workplace where everyone has the opportunity to succeed. Formative 3D maintains a drug-free workplace consistent with applicable local, state, and federal laws.*

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