Job Description
About the role
Own day-to-day production for a small, fast AM shop : schedule capacity, keep jobs moving from print to finish, and ship on time with clean documentation. You’ll build simple systems that scale and a team that can flex during peaks.
What you’ll do
- Run the production calendar; commit only into available capacity.
- Coordinate print cells (HP MJF / SLA), post-processing (blast, dye), inspection, and packing.
- Standardize travelers, CTQs, and photo / evidence for every order.
- Stand up practical SOPs and a light QMS (NCR / CAPA, recipe locks, golden parts).
- Drive daily cadence (AM stand-up, PM status); escalate risks early with options.
- Keep EHS tight (SDS, PPE, ventilation, wastewater logs) and the shop audit-ready.
- Hire, coach, and cross-train operators / finishers ; maintain a competency ladder.
You have
5–10+ years running short-run manufacturing, AM / CNC, or similar cell-based ops.Hands-on with one or more : MJF / SLS / SLA, blasting, dye / coatings, metrology, color checks.Proof you’ve implemented SOPs / QMS without drowning the team in paperwork.Calm, clear comms; you bring two viable options when a date is at risk.Able to lift 40–50 lb and work safely around ESD / chemicals.Success looks like
On-time delivery ≥97% by Month 6.Cosmetic rework100% orders ship with photos + CTQs + CoC; zero audit holds.Why join
Build a modern AM microfactory from the ground up—process, gear, team, the works.Real ownership : stock options (standard 4-yr vest, 1-yr cliff) plus annual performance bonus.Clear scoreboard : on-time, quality, and throughput drive both bonus and recognition.Small, senior team → fast decisions, zero corporate sludge.Hands-on role with visible impact on customers and revenue.Comp & benefits
Base salary : $130,000–$150,000 (DOE).Annual performance bonus : target 10–20% tied to on-time delivery, quality, and throughput.Equity : stock options eligible; standard 4-year vesting with 1-year cliff (details at offer).How to apply
Apply here on LinkedIn or email your resume (or project list) —to josh@empireadditivesolutions.com