Metal additive manufacturing operators operate machines using additive manufacturing processes, such as fitting and setting up, maintenance and repair. They have factual and broad understanding in the field of metal additive manufacturing process. They are able to develop solutions on basic and specific problems related with additive manufacturing machines and processes and self-manage the handling of feedstock (approval, storage, contamination, traceability).

Tasks

In such cases tasks would include -
(a) Collecting data and providing technical assistance regarding: efficient, safe and economic utilization of personnel, material and equipment; methods of work and sequence of operations and supervision of their implementation; and efficient layout of plant or establishment;
(b) Aiding in the identification of potential hazards and introducing safety procedures and devices;
(c) Modifying and testing equipment and devices used in the prevention, control, and remediation of environmental pollution, site remediation and land reclamation;
(d) Assisting in the development of environmental pollution remediation devices under the direction of an engineer;
(e) Assisting engineers in testing and designing robotics equipment.