Deburr Technician

DEBURR TECHNICIAN (ADDITIVE MANUFACTURING)

Freeform builds AI-native manufacturing systems that unify software, hardware, and physics to produce industrial-scale parts at the speed of human ideation. By treating manufacturing as a single integrated system, we unlock a new era of innovation where complex hardware is designed, built, and scaled without limits.

As a Deburr Technician at Freeform, you will play a critical role in the post-processing of metal 3D printed parts for the world’s first high-volume additive manufacturing factory.  You will debur and post-process parts with complex geometries and tight-tolerances with a keen eye for precision and attention to detail. You will have an opportunity to use a variety of tools and machines such as EDM’s, grit blasters, grinders, power hand tools, and more. Our customers are the most iconic names in aerospace, defense, automotive, advanced energy, and industrial sectors, so the impact of your work will be direct and meaningful. The ideal candidate will be comfortable working in a fast-paced R&D environment, will take pride in their work, and will have a no-job-too-big-or-small mentality.  

Responsibilities: 

• Post process printed parts including depowering, precision cleaning, removing supports, and surface-finishing 
• Operate, maintain, and monitor machinery such as wire EDMs, surface grinders, sand blasters, deburring tools, bandsaws and handle metal powders  
• Participate in process improvement efforts to streamline post processing operations to enable mass production   
• Help turnover builds, ensuring powders, tools, and equipment are available at all times  
• Assist with visual inspection and shipment of final parts 

Basic Qualifications:  

• 1+ years of experience in deburring, metal additive post-processing, or similar hands-on precision metal work 

Nice to Have: 

• Experience in operating complex equipment  
• Skilled with manual machining, welding, cutting, fitting and/or bending of stainless steels, aluminums, and high-strength nickel alloys 
• Ability to utilize power tools, hand tools, cranes, forklifts, and other heavy equipment 
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 50lbs unassisted 
• Ability to climb ladders and be on your feet for extended periods of time 
• Must be available and willing to work overtime when needed  
• Safety conscience  
• Proficient with Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint 

Location:  

• Based in Hawthorne, our vertically integrated facility brings technology development, R&D, and production together under one roof. We operate at the center of LA’s deep tech ecosystem, surrounded by some of the most ambitious hardware innovation happening anywhere in the country.
• Our fast-paced, cross-functional environment is built on close collaboration, and as such, this role requires full-time onsite presence (five days a week), with very limited exceptions.

What We Offer:  

• We have an inclusive and diverse culture that values collaboration, learning, and making deliberate data-driven decisions.  
• We offer a unique opportunity to be an early and integral member of a rapidly growing company that is scaling a world-changing technology.  
• Benefits 
  • Significant stock option packages 
  • 100% employer-paid Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (premium PPO and HMO options) 
  • Life insurance 
  • Traditional and Roth 401(k) 
  • Relocation assistance provided 
  • Paid vacation, sick leave, and company holidays 
  • Generous Paid Parental Leave and extended transition back to work for the birthing parent 
  • Free daily catered lunch and dinner, and fully stocked kitchenette 
  • Casual dress, flexible work hours, and regular catered team building events 
• Compensation 
  • As a growing company, the salary range is intentionally wide as we determine the most appropriate package for each individual taking into consideration years of experience, educational background, and unique skills and abilities as demonstrated throughout the interview process. Our intent is to offer a salary that is commensurate for the company’s current stage of development and allows the employee to grow and develop within a role. 
  • In addition to the significant stock option package, the estimated pay range for this role is $25-$40/hour. The upper end of the range is reserved for individuals who demonstrate exceptional experience, deep domain mastery, and a proven history of high performance and impact.
• Freeform is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity; employment with Freeform is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.