Manufacturing Operator

Manufacturing 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:

• 6:00 AM - 2:30 PM, Monday - Friday

Key Responsibilities:

• 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.

Required skills:

• 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

Reports To: Production Manager

Work Environment

• Air-Conditioned Environment
• Casual
• Fast paced
• Interesting, with lots of variety
• Area of work - Near I-95 and Sarno in Melbourne, FL
• Opportunities for overtime are available
• Probationary period: 3 months

Benefits

• PTO: 20 days per year (pro-rated based on hire date), then one day added per year of service up to 25 days
• Holidays: 5 all-team holidays, 3 floating holidays (pro-rated based on hire date)
• 401K with up to 4% match
• Health/medical/dental insurance
• Equity per role

Physical Requirements

• Standing and moving around the production floor for most of the shift.
• Lifting and carrying build plates, printed parts, and materials up to 25 lbs.
• Fine motor work including support removal, small part handling, and detail finishing for extended periods