Tech 1, Product Development Engineering

Job Description
Schedule: Training will be conducted on an 8 AM to 5 PM (1st shift) schedule. This will continue as long as their training period lasts. Once they have been fully trained, this role will shift to a 10 AM to 7 PM schedule.
Seeking candidates that have hands on skills and mechanical aptitude mindset.

Required (Baseline Requirements Must Haves)
Positive attitude and ability to adapt to changing requirements
Eager and willing to learn, apply new concepts, and grow into larger role
Proven ability to work successfully in both team and individual situations
Organizational skills and attention to detail
Clear verbal and written communication skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel)
High school diploma or GED is required.
Ability to lift at least 50 lbs
Hands-on problem solving and strong mechanical skills
Basic computer experience, including ability to view CAD models

Strongly Preferred (Differentiators)
Experience with model finishing or similar hands-on work
Interest in or exposure to injection molding or plastics
Experience with 3D printing (SLA, DLS, DLP, PolyJet, FFF)

General Function:
The Injection Molding and 3D Printing Lab Technician is an essential part of BDs Digital Engineering 3D Printing & Prototyping (3DP&P) group and will have the opportunity to contribute to the advancement of BDs next-generation medical products and enhance the current product portfolio. This will be a versatile role working in both the Concept Injection Molding lab and the various 3D Printing labs. Under the direction of the Senior Mold Engineer, the Injection Molding and 3D Printing Lab Technician will operate injection molding machines, adjust process settings to improve part quality, handle and dry molding resins, hang and remove molds, measure parts, perform preventative maintenance on machines, monitor and troubleshoot 3D print builds, and provide quality finished printed and molded components to business customers in order to support the 3DP&P groups in their delivery of quality prototype parts to business customers in a timely manner. We are excited to add a highly motivated individual that can adapt quickly and work within a dynamic environment.

Responsibilities:
Operate injection molding machines including start-up and shutdown of machines.
Load an existing molding program and run a pre-developed process.
Document process settings using standard template in Microsoft Excel.
Monitor visual quality of molded parts and sort according to classification.
Trim and post-process molded parts (including sanding, deburring, gluing, part assembly, etc.).
Use precision measurement devices (i.e. gauge pins, micrometers, digital calipers, optical profilometer) to ensure dimensional accuracy of prototype parts.
Bag, label, pack, and ship prototype parts to business customers.
Handle raw materials for injection molding and store, organize, label, and transport material to various locations within the lab.
Operate desiccant dryers and dry materials according to material specifications.
Operate Sartorius moisture analyzer and test material moisture content level according to material specifications.
Operate gantry cranes and perform changeover of injection molds into molding machine.
Work with Rapid Tooling Specialist/CNC Machinist and collaborate on mold fitment, mold changeover, molded part post-processing, and overall lab maintenance and upkeep.
Monitor, operate, and troubleshoot 3D print builds; clear, reset, and restart printers when failures occur to ensure continuous production.
Operate 3D printing equipment, including machine setup, print removal, and routine, rotational maintenance, to produce accurate parts in a timely manner.
Perform post\'processing of 3D printed parts using established processes such as ultrasonic cleaning, sand blasting, pressure washing, hand sanding, polishing, and painting while maintaining dimensional accuracy and visual aesthetics.
Clean and hand\'finish 3D printed models according to defined standard operating procedures, maintaining feature geometry and verifying tolerances on key dimensions.
Perform preventative maintenance on lab equipment on a regular schedule and execute basic repairs to minimize machine downtime and external repair costs.
Maintain proficiency in viewing model files using CAD software (i.e. SolidWorks, Magics by Materialise).
Perform work following standard operating procedures/work instructions. Work in accordance with Good Laboratory Practices and observe all BDTI Safety and Quality Standards.
Wear proper safety equipment where required.
Maintain molding, 3D printing, and post-processing supplies in the laboratory and replenish stock as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Strongly Preferred (Differentiators)
Experience with model finishing or similar hands-on work
Interest in or exposure to injection molding or plastics
Experience with 3D printing (SLA, DLS, DLP, PolyJet, FFF)

Key Attributes To Be Successful In Role:
Must be a self-starter
The ideal candidate is proactive (for example: if they finish up their current work, they should be asking for the next task and eventually capable of recognizing what those next tasks are).
The ideal candidate will be mindful of prioritizing billable work over other tasks and remaining productive during work hours.

Must be able to operate well in a team environment
Candidates must have clear communication skills (written & verbal skills).
The ideal candidate will not be afraid to ask questions or alert others of problems.

Attention to detail
Identifying defects and sorting parts by quality is critical to team success and customer experience.
Identifying machine or mold issues and stopping the machine before equipment damage occurs is critical to reducing downtime.
The ideal candidate should be able to identify problems with a machine or a molded part and be able to alert the responsible team members to that problem.

Should enjoy working with their hands
This position is very hands-on and mainly consists of physical work in a machine shop and lab environment while following all safety procedures and wearing proper PPE.
Some aspects of the job will involve finishing of small plastic prototypes (i.e. using sandpaper and files, performing tasks such as painting and dying).
The technician must handle plastic parts, material, molds, and equipment and be capable of lifting 50 lbs and operating gantry crane.

Flexibility and adaptability
The 3D Printing & Prototyping team is focused on customer satisfaction and rapid turnaround time and must react quickly to our business customers changing needs and requirements.
Assigned tasks for the day or week may change based on new information or project scope changes.
Ability to pivot to new tasks and prepare contingency plans to ensure billable work can be completed each day is highly important.

Dedication & ownership of tasks
The ideal candidate will take full ownership of tasks each day, including the part quality of an accepted job, and see those tasks / jobs through to the end.
The ideal candidate will be willing and excited to learn new things, take on additional responsibilities, and grow in their role on the team.