Sr. AM Programmer

Stratasys is a world leader in 3D printing!

Location: Belton, TX

Stratasys is leading the global shift to additive manufacturing with innovative 3D printing solutions for industries such as aerospace, automotive, consumer products and healthcare. Through smart and connected 3D printers, polymer materials, a software ecosystem, and parts on demand, Stratasys solutions deliver competitive advantages at every stage in the product value chain. The world’s leading organizations turn to Stratasys to transform product design, bring agility to manufacturing and supply chains, and improve patient care.

We are seeking a skilled Sr. AM Programmer join our team. As an Additive Manufacturing Programmer, your role involves evaluating customer data to ensure manufacturability for specific technologies, producing build files, and supporting machine operations. You'll collaborate with project engineering, quality, and finishing teams to address process variations and manufacturing challenges. Key responsibilities include maintaining good manufacturing practices, document control, and creating manufacturing travelers. Additional duties may involve backup machine operation, updating workflow system statuses, monitoring machine/material performance KPIs, and general floor maintenance.

As a Sr. Additive Manufacturing Technician/Programmer, you will oversee daily department operations, manage schedules, and ensure machine performance. You will handle high-requirement tasks and collaborate with department leads and maintenance teams to optimize machine utilization and throughput. Additional responsibilities include continuous process improvement, monitoring machine/material performance, and working with engineering on process enhancements.

What you will be doing:

• Organize and prepare incoming workload and set appropriate PE/PA and customer expectations for scheduling and quality
• Review Work Instructions for product information and special needs

• Analyze and repair customer files in Solid View and Magics to assess manufacturability
• Responsible for compliance with all required specifications for each job and their special needs
• Responsible for travelers to be analyzed per job requirement
• Communicate and coordinate with other departments as it pertains to special instructions, part quality, and scheduling

• Communicate and coordinate with operators as it pertains to scheduling, part quality, and special instructions
• Escalate when problems in build arise, may troubleshoot minor issues with operators

• Responsible for compliance to all Quality Systems Management

• Follow all company safety policies and procedures
• Attend all required company training
• Demonstrate commitments to Stratasys Behaviors by leading, acting, and modeling these values.
• Other Responsibilities as assigned by the department or manager

 Must have for this role:

As a part of Stratasys, this position requires access to information and/or technology controlled under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR).  The successful candidate must be a U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S. (or, green card holder), protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. 

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Advance math skills and above average understanding of geometry 
• In depth knowledge of manufacturing technology
• Knowledge in machine operating hardware and software 
• 4+ years of previous work experience with additive machines
• Ability to work well with others occasionally leading projects 
• Ability to work independently on more complex jobs   

Nice to have:

• Experience in CAD programs is preferred
• Proficiency with Solid View and Magics
• Some understanding of plastic properties
• Highly organized and capable of multi-tasking in a deadline driven environment
• Keeps working area clean at all times
• Ability to work overtime and weekends a plus

What​ ​you​ ​will​ ​be​ ​part​ ​of:

• Company Overview - https://www.stratasys.com/en/about-us/history/
• Our Culture and Values - https://www.stratasys.com/en/about-us/culture/
• Our Sustainability “3D Printing a Better Tomorrow” - https://www.stratasys.com/en/about-us/sustainability/
• Our Locations - https://www.stratasys.com/en/contact-us/office-locations/
• Check out our Video - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6wmDfmt2bNI

Additional Information:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Stratasys will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

Stratasys is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their protected Veteran or disabled status and will not be discriminated against for their race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, military status, or national origin or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, or applicable local law. Please view Equal Employment Opportunity Posters provided by OFCCP here.