Materials Lab Technician (Trainee) at Freeform

Los Angeles, California, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Internship, Entry Level & New GradExperience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Additive Manufacturing, 3D PrintingIndustries

Requirements

  • High school diploma or GED
  • Personal or professional experience working with machines, mechanical systems, material testing, or related processes

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

Skills

metallurgical sample preparation
cutting
grinding
polishing
acid etching
mounting
Instrons
surface scanners
3D printing operations
powder handling
data entry
report generation
process improvement

Freeform

3D metal printing for manufacturing solutions

About Freeform

Freeform Future Corp specializes in 3D metal printing technology aimed at the manufacturing industry. Their process allows for the production of metal parts at a significantly reduced cost and time compared to traditional manufacturing methods. This technology serves a diverse clientele, from small businesses to large corporations, by simplifying the metal printing process and making it accessible to various industries. What sets Freeform apart from its competitors is its focus on speed and cost efficiency, enabling clients to produce parts quickly and affordably. The company's goal is to transform the manufacturing landscape by providing a reliable and efficient solution for metal parts production.

Los Angeles, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2019Year Founded
$57.4MTotal Funding
EARLY_VCCompany Stage
Industrial & Manufacturing, AI & Machine LearningIndustries
11-50Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan
401(k) Company Match
Relocation Assistance
Paid Vacation
Paid Sick Leave
Paid Holidays
Parental Leave
Family Planning Benefits
Fertility Treatment Support
Significant Stock Options
Flexible Work Hours
Unlimited Paid Time Off
Wellness Program
Mental Health Support
Gym Membership
Phone/Internet Stipend
Home Office Stipend

Risks

Emerging competition from companies like Desktop Metal threatens market share.
Potential patent disputes with companies aggressively protecting intellectual property.
Supply chain vulnerabilities in metal powders could disrupt production.

Differentiation

Freeform offers software-defined, self-sufficient metal 3D printing factories globally.
Their technology combines advanced sensing, real-time controls, and data-driven learning.
Freeform provides digitally-verified, flawless parts at unprecedented speeds and costs.

Upsides

Increased adoption of digital twins enhances 3D printing integration in manufacturing.
On-demand manufacturing services create opportunities for flexible, customized 3D printing solutions.
AI-driven design optimization enables production of complex, lightweight metal parts.

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