About LightForce
LightForce is a 3D printing technology company focused on the orthodontic space. Our digital platform empowers orthodontists with fully customized, 3D-printed tooth-moving tools. In 2019, we launched our first product – the world’s only, fully customized 3D printed bracket system and digital treatment software. We are proud to be one of the fastest growing companies in the industry. Learn more at: www.lf.co
Description
We are looking for a talented, driven engineering student with an interest in 3d printing, ceramics, medical device manufacturing, and/or building and scaling production lines. You will be a critical part of the process engineering team and will find that the tasks you will be given will provide an immediate impact on our company’s success. Our ideal teammate communicates effectively, is process and data-driven, works well under pressure, and is eager to learn and to contribute. As a Process Engineer Co-op/Intern, your primary customer will be our manufacturing technicians. This may include projects related to improving part quality, manufacturability, and detailed root cause analysis to name a few! You will become intimately familiar with our production workflow allowing you to drive high level improvements to the manufacturing process.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Address CAPA’s via root cause analysis and design of experiments
Employ 5S and lean manufacturing techniques
Ensure that the best solutions (processes, machines, tools) are being employed within our production line
Perform process workflow simulations, risk assessments, and process change validation documentation
Ability to design and test jigs and other aids to support productivity and performance
Support production team by troubleshooting issues
