Job Summary:
The 3D Print Technician/Operator plays both a hands-on technical and operational role in supporting cleanroom optical ribbon and fiber optic cable manufacturing. This position provides process expertise, equipment troubleshooting, and direct mechanical and design support. The role supports stable operations, continuous improvement, and production scale-up in a fast-growing manufacturing environment.
Key Responsibilities
Operations & Process Support
- Operate, monitor, and optimize cleanroom-based optical ribbon and cable manufacturing processes
- Monitor lines to ensure quality product and perform necessary QA checks to ensure product is manufactured to specification
3D Printing, Modelling & Equipment Support
- Create, print, and test 3D models in Autodesk Inventor modeling software
- Collaborate with team members to develop, implement, test, and integrate equipment to optimize production processes
- Support preventive maintenance and equipment reliability initiatives
Quality & Compliance
- Ensure adherence to cleanroom protocols, SOPs, and safety requirements
- Monitor in-line and off-line quality metrics and drive corrective actions
- Ensure compliance with ISO, Telcordia/GR, IEC, and customer specifications
- Participate in root cause analysis (RCA) and corrective and preventive actions (CAPA)
Continuous Improvement
- Analyze process data using SPC and manufacturing systems to improve yield, throughput, and uptime
- Support Lean, Six Sigma, and Kaizen initiatives
- Assist with new equipment installation, process transfers, and plant expansion efforts
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate’s degree in Engineering Technology or related field preferred
- Extensive experience and proficiency in Autodesk Inventor 3D Modelling and SolidWorks
- Proven hands-on experience in 3D modelling, design, printing, and testing mechanical components
- Proficiency in SPC, MES, and process data analysis
- Ability to read and interpret technical documentation, specifications, and procedures
- Understanding of cleanroom operations and contamination control
- Strong troubleshooting and communication skills
- Attention to consistent material handling procedures with an awareness of safe material transport according to environmental and hazardous materials protocols
Preferred Qualifications
- Hands-on experience with high-count or rollable ribbon fiber products, optical fiber handling, ribbonization, and precision equipment
- Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma certification
- Experience supporting rapid production scale-up in a cleanroom environment
Physical & Work Requirements
- Ability to work on the cleanroom manufacturing floor for extended periods
- Manual dexterity for fine fiber handling and equipment adjustments
- Ability to lift up to 25 lbs
- Ability to wear cleanroom garments for a full shift
Work Environment
- Day shift in a controlled cleanroom optical manufacturing facility
- Exposure to controlled fiber materials, precision equipment, and cleanroom processes
About our Company: -
22nd Century Technologies, Inc., is one of the fastest growing IT Service Integrator and Workforce Solution companies in the United States. Founded in 1997, 22nd Century Technologies is a Certified National Minority Business Enterprise with 6,000+ people including 600+ Cyber SMEs nationwide supporting our customers in all 50 states, Canada, and Mexico. With HQs in Somerset, NJ and Mclean, VA, 22nd Century has 14 offices throughout the United States. As part of our unrelenting focus on quality and compliance, 22nd Century Technologies’ delivery is based on Certified Matured Processes including CMMI L3 Dev & SVC, ISO 20000, ISO 27001, and ISO 9001 quality processes. With a strong focus on the public sector, 22nd Century currently holds government contracts with 14 out of 15 Federal Executive agencies including DoD, 37 other Federal agencies, 50 States, 115+ Local agencies, and 37 School Districts. In the last three years, we have expanded our services to Fortune 500 and other commercial clients and currently support 80+ commercial clients.
Recognized among “Best Company to Work For” by Forbes, 22nd Century Technologies, Inc., consistently exceeds our clients’ expectations by focusing on their absolute satisfaction with jobs while keeping our employees motivated.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
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Pay: $16.36 - $20.37 per hour
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Experience:
- Autodesk Inventor (3D Modelling): 1 year (Preferred)
- Solidworks: 1 year (Preferred)
- SPC: 1 year (Preferred)
- MES: 1 year (Preferred)
- Process data analysis: 1 year (Preferred)
- Optical Fiber: 1 year (Preferred)
- Lean manufacturing: 1 year (Preferred)
- Lean Six Sigma: 1 year (Preferred)
- 3D modeling: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
