Additive Manufacturing Technician (1st shift)

Divergent is a technology company that has architected, invented, built, and commercialized an end-to-end factory system called the Divergent Adaptive Production System (DAPS) that comprehensively uses machine learning to optimally engineer, additively manufacture, and flexibly assemble complex integrated vehicle structures and subsystems. Products created using DAPS are superior in performance, lower in cost, rapidly customizable to meet mission and customer-specific requirements, faster to market, and scalable on demand to high volume production. Divergent is a qualified Tier 1 supplier to global automotive OEMs, and Divergent is now expanding to support mission critical needs in the Aerospace and Defense sector. Join us to be a part of this transformative journey, where your impact will shape the future of technology and production. Schedule This is a 3–4 x11 rotating shift alternating Wednesday to Saturday. Shifts Available Wed-Sat 1st shift (5am -4:30pm) Purpose The Additive Manufacturing Technician position is to support the production of high-quality, precision components through FOD free operations which includes additive manufacturing and post-processing equipment. This role ensures that Additive Manufacturing operations run efficiently; parts consistently meet engineering, quality, and customer specifications, while meeting production targets safely and efficiently. The Role The Additive Manufacturing Technician plays a vital role in the daily execution of additive manufacturing (AM) operations. The AM Technician is expected to exemplify our core values and demonstrate operational excellence. This position requires a detail-oriented individual with good mechanical aptitude, good hand-eye coordination with an understanding of production workflows, can adapt to shifting priorities, and is eager to learn and have competency with AM processes. The technician is responsible for maintaining exceptional quality and efficiency throughout production, while working collaboratively with leads, supervisors, and management to meet operational goals and continuously improve processes. Basic Qualifications Proficiency with computer software. Good hand-eye coordination. Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills. Team-oriented mindset with the ability to support and mentor peers. Clear communication skills, both written and verbal. Attention to detail, safety-conscious, and dependable. Conduct themselves with respect and professionalism. The ability to lift and move 50+ lbs. Preferred Qualifications 1+ years of hands-on experience in Additive Manufacturing or Manufacturing. Experience in aerospace or automotive AM environments. Familiarity with ISO 9001 or similar quality standards is a plus. Experience with highly technical equipment such as lasers, MRI’s, EDM’s, Robotics, CNC’s, and CMM. Work Environment Frequent standing, kneeling, walking, climbing, and machine operation in a factory setting. A supportive and innovative team environment. Must be able to lift 30+ lbs and perform hands-on physical tasks safely. Note: To adjust to changes in our business, it may become necessary to add, remove, or modify certain duties and responsibilities or to reassign you to another job position. From time to time, you may be asked to work on special projects or to assist with other work. Your cooperation and assistance in performing such additional work is expected. Compensation At Divergent, our pay range is based on the level of the job. For this role, we will consider candidates at levels TCH 01 - TCH 03 as evaluated through our interview process. TCH 01: $27.00 -37.00/hour TCH 02: $31.00 - $43.00/hour TCH 03: $36.00 - $50.00/hour Pay Range: $27 — $50 USD What We Offer Holistic Compensation Package: Enjoy a world-class compensation package that includes a competitive salary, equity plan, and discretionary results-based incentive bonus opportunities, ensuring you're truly valued for your contributions. Wellness and Time Off: Embrace a healthy lifestyle with paid vacation, sick time, and company holidays, including a year-end shutdown to recharge. We support growing families with paid parental leave, recognizing the importance of bonding time. Comprehensive Health and Wellness: Prioritize your well-being with our comprehensive health and wellness benefits, offering both HMO and Premium PPO options. Additionally, benefit from company-sponsored life insurance and short and long-term disability coverage for peace of mind. Investment in Growth: We're committed to your professional development. Take advantage of reimbursement opportunities for learning and development initiatives, empowering you to continuously expand your skill set and reach peak performance. Collaborative and High-Performing Environment: Join our collaborative, dynamic, and high-performing team within a fast-paced, mission-driven company. Together, we're disrupting the traditional manufacturing industry, fostering innovation, and integrating people and technology to reduce our footprint. Equal Employment Opportunity Divergent is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected characteristic. Divergent provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with Disabilities and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act. E-Verify: Right to Work Our company participates in E-Verify. E-Verify is a program that electronically confirms a candidate’s eligibility to work in the United States after completing the Employment Eligibility Verification (Form I-9). The information provided on the Form I-9 is compared to the records contained in the Social Security Administration and Department of Homeland Security (DHS) databases. This helps employers verify the identity and employment eligibility of newly hired employees. Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO) Pursuant to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO), we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. 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