Job Description for

3D Printing Operator And Teacher

Job Title

3D Printing Operator and Teacher

Organization

ckingknowledge Institute (Startup Environment)

Role Overview

The 3D Printing Operator and Teacher is responsible for operating, maintaining, and teaching the use of an industrial/commercial 3D printer while developing curriculum and training students and educators. This role also carries significant responsibility for grant-funded equipment compliance, recordkeeping, audits, reporting, and participation in regional manufacturing networks.

This position begins as a volunteer role and will transition to a paid role as sufficient revenue is generated. The target pay for this role is $55 per hour, and the position is expected to eventually become full-time as the Institute grows.

Startup Environment Expectations

The ckingknowledge Institute operates in a startup environment, which means:

No reminders are provided to complete work. Individuals must be self-motivated, execute work without supervision, and communicate immediately if expectations or timelines change.
Functions and processes are not yet documented. Each team member is expected to:
- Document the procedures and steps they use to perform their role
- Ensure work can be repeated consistently at a high level of quality
- Continuously improve and evolve documentation
- Create materials that can be used to train future team members or successors

Integrity, accountability, and proactive communication are essential.

Compensation

Initial status: Volunteer
Transition to paid: Once sufficient revenue is received
Target pay: $55 per hour
Long-term outlook: Role is expected to become full-time as revenue grows

Onboarding & Training

The onboarding process includes completion of a 10-week 3D printing training program focused on operating an industrial/commercial 3D printer. Candidates must complete one of the following options:

Online, self-paced training, completed within 10 weeks
OR
In-person training at the Technical Center of Automation Alley, one full day per week for 10 weeks inside of Geofabrica Inc. at 2900 Auburn Ct, Auburn Hills, MI 48326

After training program is completed, candidates will also have to travel to Technical Center of Automation Alley [Geofabrica Inc] to 3D print prototypes and to receive technical assistance.

Core Responsibilities

Instruction & Teaching

Teach students and educators how to safely and effectively use an industrial/commercial 3D printer
Translate technical knowledge into clear, age-appropriate, and accessible instruction
Support both student learning and teacher professional development

Curriculum Development

Develop original curriculum related to 3D printing, additive manufacturing, and digital fabrication
Continuously refine curriculum based on student outcomes and program needs
Align instructional materials with real-world manufacturing practices

Operations & Equipment Management

Operate and maintain the industrial/commercial 3D printer
Monitor printer performance and ensure proper usage
Document and report maintenance, repairs, and incidents

Compliance, Record Retention, Audits, and Reporting

1. Record Retention

Operator agrees to maintain complete and accurate records related to the usage and maintenance of the 3D printer and participation in training and the Project DIAMOnD (PD) network. Records must be retained for a minimum of five (5) years.

Records include, but are not limited to:

Logs of 3D printer usage, including number and types of prints completed
Maintenance records and service reports
Documentation of training sessions attended and certifications received
Records of incidents, damages, or repairs
Required reports or deliverables

2. Access to Records

Automation Alley, Oakland County, the federal government, and/or their authorized representatives shall have the right to access, examine, and audit all records related to the 3D printer and program participation during regular business hours with reasonable notice.

3. Audit Compliance

Operator must fully cooperate with audits, reviews, or investigations, including:

Providing access to records
Responding to inquiries
Facilitating on-site visits if required

4. Reporting Requirements

Operator agrees to submit periodic reports to Automation Alley documenting:

3D printer usage
Maintenance activities
Any incidents or damages
Certification, under penalty of perjury, that the 3D printer remained operational within Oakland County, Michigan during the reporting period

Legal & Ethical Use of Equipment

Recipient shall not use the 3D printer for:

Any unlawful purposes
Producing items that violate intellectual property rights
Any activity that violates legal or regulatory restrictions

Project DIAMOnD (PD) Network Participation

Recipient agrees to actively participate in the Project DIAMOnD (PD) network, including:

Maintaining an active PD account
Using the network for manufacturing activities
Attending required PD meetings or webinars
Providing feedback on the 3D printer’s performance and its impact on Institute operations

Required Qualifications

Ability to work independently without supervision or reminders
Strong organizational, documentation, and communication skills
Commitment to teaching, learning, and community impact
Willingness to operate within a highly accountable, compliance-driven environment
Background Check required

Why Volunteer at ckingknowledge Institute?

Improve your skillset at the professional level
Expand your network with professionals who share similar cultural values
Invest in producing versatile engineers who reinvest in their communities
Receive letters of recommendation and job references
Gain access to knowledge and resources for future endeavors
Carve history from blank stone
Increase your good karma
Be the change you want to see in your community
Be among people who care about and value your contributions
Move humanity toward world peace
Support educational access for Black, Brown, and low-income families
Eat delicious food made with love
Help establish a foundation that serves families for generations
Break cycles of poverty
Increase peoples' power through nonviolence and youth civic engagement
Receive volunteer service recognition
Make a lasting impact on students’ interest in STEM
Gain coaching, mentorship, and leadership experience

How to apply:

Email cover letter and resume to support@ckingknowledge.org