Our California division, located in Huntington Beach, is hiring an Additive Technician for 3rd shift(10:00pm - 6:30am).
Dependable. Enthusiastic. Driven to succeed. Bring your manufacturing skills to a role that has direct impact on delivering cutting edge technology to our global customer base.
Family-owned for over 75 years, Precision Resource is a leading global supplier of precision metal components and assemblies. We provide solutions to quality, cost and production challenges for market-leading customers. At Precision Resource Huntington Beach, we don’t just manufacture parts—we help shape the future of automotive, medical, aerospace & defense, and firearms/weapons industries. From cutting-edge additive manufacturing and complex 5-axis machining to assembly and fine blanking, our advanced capabilities make us a trusted partner for some of the most demanding applications in the world.
Precision Resource offers:
Benefits package including health, dental, life and vision insurance
401(k) with match and profit sharing
Annual bonus based on division profitability
Vacation and flexible paid holidays
Wellness and Employee Assistance Programs
Tuition reimbursement and paid training
Work with an established team of long-term employees
Summary The additive technician is responsible for operating, maintaining, and supporting metal additive manufacturing equipment used to produce prototypes, production components, and complex precision parts. This role supports the full additive manufacturing process, including machine setup, powder handling, build execution, post-processing, and quality inspection.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Setup, operate, and monitor metal additive manufacturing equipment, including laser powder bed fusion (LPBF) or related systems
Handle and manage metal powers in accordance with safety, contamination, control, and material traceability requirements
Monitor build progress and respond to machine alarms or process deviations
Flip builds and perform post-processing activities
Collaborate with engineering, quality, and NPI teams to optimize builds and improve manufacturability
Ensure compliance with safety procedures related to combustible metal powders, PPE usage, ventilation systems, cleanliness, and hazardous material handling
Maintain cleanliness and organization of additive manufacturing equipment and work areas
Qualifications, Education and Experience
High school diploma or equivalent
Must pass the respirator fit test by a qualified medical professional
Mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills
Ability to safely handle metal powders and operate specialized manufacturing equipment
To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S. or protected individual as defined by ITAR (22 CFR §120.15).
Precision Resource is an equal opportunity employer, M/F/D/V.