NEW JOB OPENING
INJECTION MOLDING AND 3D PRINTING LAB TECHNICIAN
IN Durham, NC, USA!

Required Education:

• High School Diploma or equivalent



Required Skills and Experience:

• Positive attitude and ability to adapt to changing requirements

• Eager and willing to learn, apply new concepts, and grow into a 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)

• Ability to lift at least 50 lbs.

• Hands-on problem solving and strong mechanical skills

• Basic computer experience, including the ability to view CAD models



Preferred Skills and Experience:

• 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)



Position Overview:

The Injection Molding and 3D Printing Lab Technician is an essential part of the Client's Digital Engineering – 3D Printing & Prototyping (3DP&P) group and will have the opportunity to contribute to the advancement of BD’s 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.



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 a standard template in Microsoft Excel

• Monitor the 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 materials to various locations within the lab

• Operate desiccant dryers and dry materials according to material specifications

• Operate the Sartorius moisture analyzer and test the 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

• **Only those lawfully authorized to work in the designated country associated with the position will be considered.**

• **Please note that all Position start dates and duration are estimates and may be reduced or lengthened based upon a client’s business needs and requirements.**