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Additive Manufacturing Technician I - 1st Shift - $26.60/hr

Stryker · Arlington, TN,today,verified 1 h ago
$55k

High school-level Manufacturing / Production roles on Crosslinked list a median of $52k (551 that show pay).

Operate and maintain metal additive manufacturing equipment, finish parts, and run hardness and tensile quality testing.

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Why it is interesting. Hands-on with production AM equipment, plus in-house hardness and tensile testing of built parts.

Might not be for you. Machining- and CAD-heavy production role requiring 3+ years of manufacturing experience; no polymer or materials-science work named.

Hands-on execution BS acceptable

Adjacent materials role:Runs additive manufacturing equipment, metal finishing, powder and support structure removal, daily hardness and tensile quality testing of AM parts

H-1B filings

Stryker filed 33 H-1B labor applications for scientist and engineer roles from Jan to Dec 2025.

Most common titles: Senior Service Quality Engineer, Project Manager, Manager, R&D Packaging. Median filed pay: $115K a year.

From U.S. Department of Labor disclosure data. A filing is a record of past hiring, not a promise about this role, so confirm sponsorship with the employer. Titles and filed pay · Every employer's filings

Seniority
Technician
Work
On-site
Type
Full-time
Degree
High school
Experience
3+ yrs
Industry
Medical devices
Role
Manufacturing / Production
Schedule
Standard
Benefits
bonus potential

Role details

Work Flexibility: Onsite Schedule: Mon – Fri, 6:00am – 2:30pm, OT as needed What You Will Do: The Additive Manufacturing Technician is responsible for managing the CAD input parameters for additive manufacturing, performing routine maintenance, and improving product quality through adjustments. They may also perform secondary processing, manage material inventory, and ensure consistent product quality through testing. Utilize the additive manufacturing computer systems to construct the build and make any required adjustments to dimensionally correct and/or cosmetically improve the end product as needed on all additive manufacturing equipment.

Communicating with design personnel the necessary input parameters for CAD models into the additive manufacturing equipment and instructing them on how and when improvements can be made. Performing routine and preventive maintenance on all of the equipment in this area. Communicating with technical support personnel at the various vendors to resolve problems or install system enhancements. Training other operators on the additive manufacturing equipment and secondary processes. Perform secondary processing of components. This may include filing, metal finishing, machining, or other techniques that may be necessary to produce a end product with the required surface finish and appearance.

Order and maintain inventory of all materials used and other related supplies. Perform quality testing (eg. hardness and tensile) on a daily basis and analyze this data to determine adjustments to the additive manufacturing machines to ensure consistent quality. Work closely with upstream & downstream customers (eg. R&D, Production Scheduling) to ensure production meets demand. What You Need:

Required Qualifications

High school or GED equivalent Minimum of three (3) years related manufacturing experience. Working knowledge of inspection equipment, blueprint reading, and GDT Formal CAD training, including 3D design and surfacing CNC programming and machining Ability to lift 35-40 pounds independently Preferred Qualifications: Experience preferred in powder and support structure removal processes and equipment One (1) plus year of experience with CAD operations. GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) #INDGQO $26.60/hr plus bonus potential and benefits. Travel Percentage: 0% Stryker Corporation is an equal opportunity employer.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. Stryker is an EO employer – M/F/Veteran/Disability. Stryker Corporation will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.

However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.

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What is the salary for the Additive Manufacturing Technician I - 1st Shift - $26.60/hr role at Stryker?

The listed annual base salary range is $55K. This figure is taken from the posting itself.

Does Stryker sponsor H-1B visas?

Stryker has filed H-1B petitions with the US Department of Labor in past years, but this specific posting does not explicitly mention sponsorship for the Additive Manufacturing Technician I - 1st Shift - $26.60/hr role. Confirm with the employer before applying if visa support is required.

Where is the Additive Manufacturing Technician I - 1st Shift - $26.60/hr role at Stryker based?

This role is based in Arlington, TN.

What degree is required for the Additive Manufacturing Technician I - 1st Shift - $26.60/hr role at Stryker?

This role asks for a high school diploma or equivalent.

How many years of experience does this Additive Manufacturing Technician I - 1st Shift - $26.60/hr role require?

The posting calls for at least 3 years of relevant experience.

What techniques or methods are required for this Additive Manufacturing Technician I - 1st Shift - $26.60/hr role?

hardness testing, tensile testing, dimensional inspection.