3D Printing Operator

Kalogon, a smart seating startup based in Melbourne, seeks a Manufacturing Operator to help us build cutting-edge medical equipment using 3D printers.

As our Manufacturing Operator, you will be responsible for owning the entire process of 3D printing and processing custom-made medical equipment for individuals who use wheelchairs.

Hours:

• 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM, Monday - Friday

• Run a bank of resin and FDM 3D printers, staging jobs, starting prints, and harvesting finished parts to keep machines producing through the shift.
• Post-process printed parts: support removal, washing, curing, cleanup, and finishing to established standards.
• Perform first-pass inspection on every part, catching print defects (layer shift, warping, incomplete cure, poor bed adhesion) before they reach Quality Control.
• Diagnose issues on the floor and implement practical fixes.
• Contribute ideas to reduce cycle time and improve quality.
• Collaborate with R&D on prototypes and pilot builds.

• Strong mechanical aptitude — you pick up new tools and processes quickly
• Problem-solver who thinks on their feet
• Background in manufacturing, fabrication, machining, or a maker/technical environment is a plus
• Background in 3D-modeling or CAM is a plus
• High school diploma or equivalent