About the role
Dandy is transforming the massive and antiquated dental industry—an industry worth over $400B. Backed by some of the world’s leading venture capital firms, we’re on an ambitious mission to simplify and modernize every function of the dental practice through technology. As we expand our reach globally, Dandy is building the operating system for dental offices around the world—empowering clinicians and their teams with technology, innovation, and world-class support to achieve more for their practices, their people, and their patients.
Sr. Additive Manufacturing Technician
About the Role
We are looking for an experienced team member to join our growing Metal Additive Manufacturing team at our brand new Indianapolis facility.
In this role, you will be responsible for operating advanced metal additive manufacturing systems and software to ensure dental products are fabricated at the highest quality standards while meeting customer delivery deadlines. You’ll work directly with metal print workflows including build preparation, machine operation, print monitoring, post processing, and quality inspection.
This role requires strong attention to detail, technical precision, and comfort working with digital manufacturing tools in a fast-paced production environment.
If you’re excited to help disrupt an industry status quo and contribute to building and scaling a world-class Metal Additive Manufacturing Department against aggressive growth targets, this is the place for you. We don’t just want to offer you a job — we want to help you build a long-term career by providing meaningful opportunities for growth.
Shift Times
- M-F 1st shift
What You’ll Do
Machine Operation & Setup: Prepare prints, calibrate, and operate industrial metal laser powder bed fusion equipment, annealing furnace, wire EDM, and CNC mill.
Powder Management: Safely handle, sieve, mix, and recycle metal powders (CoCrMo & Ti64) following environmental, health, and safety (EHS) protocols.
Post-Processing: Perform critical post-build operations, including de-powdering, part removal from build substrate, support structure removal, and build plate resurfacing.
Quality Assurance: Inspect finished parts using precision measurement tools to ensure dimensional accuracy and compliance with engineering drawings and CAD models.
Maintenance & Troubleshooting: Perform routine preventative maintenance on AM equipment. Diagnose and resolve mechanical, electrical, or software issues to minimize machine downtime.
Process Improvement & Leadership: Analyze failed builds to determine root causes and recommend adjustments. Train, mentor, and guide junior technicians on best practices and safety standards.
Documentation: Maintain records of build logs, material lot numbers, maintenance activities, and quality inspections for full production traceability.
What We’re Looking For
- Experience: Minimum of 2+ years of hands-on experience in EITHER Metal Additive Manufacturing (3D Printing) OR CNC Machining.
- Technical Literacy: Proven ability to read and execute manufacturing work instructions and comfortable with digital manufacturing workflows (i.e. CAD files, STL files).
- Mechanical Aptitude: Strong mechanical skills and experience using standard hand tools, power tools, and precision measurement instruments.
- Quality Control: Experience with inspection techniques capable of verifying production meets internal quality standards.
- Problem-Solving: Excellent diagnostic skills with a track record of troubleshooting complex mechanical or manufacturing process issues.
- Safety-First Mindset: Willingness and ability to strictly adhere to safety protocols, including wearing required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) such as respirators when handling fine metal powders.
- Physical Requirements: Ability to lift, push, or pull 50 lbs.(i.e. move heavy build plates) and capable of standing for extended periods of time.
Bonus Points For
- Associate’s degree or technical certificate in Advanced Manufacturing, Machining, Engineering Technology, or a related field.
- Experience with AM build preparation software (e.g., Materialise Magics, Oqton/Oqcam, etc.).
- Experience with heat treatment processes or wire EDM operation.
- Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles (5S, Six Sigma).
- Experience working in the medical device or dental industry.
Why Join Us
- Help launch the additive manufacturing team at dandy and shape the future production operations and culture.
- Assist in the development of world class additive manufacturing capability at scale for the dental industry.
- Build hands-on experience in advanced digital dental manufacturing.
- Gain opportunities for career growth in advanced manufacturing at a fast growing, fast paced company.
For full-time positions, Dandy offers a wide range of best-in-class, comprehensive, and inclusive benefits tailored to each country where we operate. Our local benefits packages typically include healthcare, dental, mental health support, parental planning resources, retirement savings options, and generous paid time off—ensuring our team members are supported no matter where they live and work.
Dandy is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive culture that celebrates authenticity to win as one. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, protected veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, or any other legally protected characteristics.
Dandy also fully complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). We are dedicated to embracing challenges and creating an accessible, inclusive workplace for all individuals. If you require any accommodations for your interview or have any questions beforehand, rest assured that we will do everything we can to meet your needs. Visit Dandy Careers for more!
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