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Sentry Equipment · 11 hours ago

Digital Fabrication Technician

Sentry Equipment is a company that values teamwork and a great culture. They are seeking a Digital Fabrication Technician to operate various computer-controlled equipment for manufacturing tasks, including 3D printing and mechanical assembly work.

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Responsibilities

Operate computer-controlled engraving, printing, and laser-etching equipment to create labels, nameplates, legend plates, and stainless tags according to drawings, or extracting from files in the computer. Mark parts with model/serial numbers. Track inventory of stock tags and other required materials. Sort tags for jobs that have multiple tags required
Perform a variety of small mechanical assembly operations to assemble all products manufactured in small assembly area. Products are standardized and/or methods prescribed. Uses a variety of assembly and test fixtures, hand and power tools; recognizes defective parts; does unit testing as directed
Work with Production Control and Supervisor to establish priorities
Create wire markers per Electrical Wire Drawing files. Maintain computer files and systems for wire markers/numbers, special labels, Material Safety Data Sheets labels, and cooler nameplates. Load new files as received, and print files on or before scheduled release date
Clean and maintain the laser engraver to help ensure high quality and long machine life
Operate FDM (Fused Deposition Modeling) 3D printers to fabricate plastic components based on engineering drawings or digital files
Monitor print jobs and perform routine maintenance, adjustments, and troubleshooting of 3D printing equipment
Ensure dimensional accuracy and proper surface finish of printed components through pos-processing
Collaborate with engineering and manufacturing to iterate and improve print quality and part function
Keep detailed records of print settings, results and issues to support process improvement
Observe company safety rules
Perform such other duties as may be assigned

Qualification

FDM 3D printingMechanical assemblyComputer-controlled equipmentBasic additive manufacturingMicrosoft OfficeERP programMechanical aptitudeProblem-solving skillsAttention to detail

Required

High school diploma or equivalent experience
One-year experience with the manufacturing of mechanical products
Experience using personal computers to create documents, labels, etc
Experience with FDM (Fused Deposition Modeling) printers and basic additive manufacturing principles
Demonstrates A Player Competencies: Aptitude, Alliance, Agility, Accountability, Awareness & Anticipation
Positive attitude toward Company, supervision, and fellow employees; demonstrates Ownership Mentality
Initiative and ability to work independently
Strong mechanical aptitude
Basic computer skills with Microsoft Office and ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) program
Detail oriented; attention to detail; accuracy
Excellent organization of both time and work materials
Ability to lift 25 pounds
Good spatial orientation, eye‑hand coordination and eyesight
Ability to read blueprints, use various measuring devices, and follow Work Instructions
Skill with safe operation of hand and power tools
Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to adapt and work through technical challenges without frustration
Demonstrated interest in tinkering, building, or mechanical hobbies (e.g. working on cars, small machinery)
Patience, perseverance and a methodical approach when troubleshooting equipment or print issues

Preferred

Industrial or shop experience preferred, particularly in roles requiring mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting

Company

Sentry Equipment

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Sentry Equipment is a global provider of representative sampling and analysis technologies.

Funding

Current Stage
Growth Stage

Leadership Team

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Brian Baker
President and CEO
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