$64663.77 yearly
Full-time
Manhattan, New York
Fabrication Lab Technician The Fabrication Lab Technician supports the PrintFX/Fabrication Lab (FabLab) by delivering high-quality digital fabrication and print services to the FIT community. This role provides technical expertise in 2D and 3D production processes, including file preparation, equipment operation, and post-production. The technician also serves as a key resource for students and faculty by offering hands-on support, training, and consultation to ensure successful project outcomes. Essential Functions: Digital Fabrication & Production • Prepare, process, and output files for large-format printing, fabric printing, and digital fabrication equipment including 3D printers, laser cutters, and vinyl cutters., • Perform post-production tasks and ensure quality control of all fabrication outputs., • Provide specialized technical oversight of 3D printing workflows, including file preparation, printing, post-processing, and troubleshooting., • Support advanced fabrication processes such as 3D scanning and asset creation., • Provide front-line and advanced technical support to students, faculty, and staff in both in-person and remote environments., • Assist users with file setup, equipment use, and fabrication processes, ensuring alignment with lab standards and requirements., • Manage front desk operations including job intake, logging, POS transactions, and general service coordination., • Deliver consultations, orientations, and training sessions to support effective use of fabrication technologies., • Perform routine maintenance, calibration, and troubleshooting of fabrication equipment, hardware, and software., • Conduct quality checks on completed jobs and maintain safe, efficient lab operations., • Assist with procurement by researching materials, supplies, software, and equipment., • Collaborate with faculty to support course-related fabrication needs and ensure equipment readiness for assignments., • Develop and deliver instructional materials and workshops (both synchronous and asynchronous)., • Train and support student employees, lab monitors, and peers on equipment usage and customer service practices., • Perform basic administrative duties including data entry, recordkeeping, and responding to inquiries., • Adhere to institutional policies, procedures, and safety standards. Requirements: Minimum Qualifications: • Associate's degree in Industrial Design, Digital Fabrication, or a related field and 4+ years of relevant experience; or, • Bachelor's degree in a related field and 2+ years of relevant industry experience., • Experience working with digital fabrication technologies (e.g., 3D printing, laser cutting, large-format printing)., • Bachelor's degree in a related field preferred., • 3-5 years of advanced technical experience in digital fabrication or production environments., • Knowledge of digital fabrication processes, design principles, and production workflows., • Proficiency with computer systems, software applications, and fabrication equipment., • Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving, and quality control skills., • Ability to train and instruct users with varying levels of technical expertise., • Excellent communication, collaboration, and customer service skills., • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, service-oriented environment., • Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety and operational standards.