R&D Workshop Specialist

Position:
R&D Workshop Specialist

Company:
Formlabs

Compensation:
The hourly base pay range for this role is: $56,000—$84,000 USD

Location:
United States, Somerville, MA

Employment type:
Full-time

Work Arrangement:
Not specified

Short Summary:
We are seeking an R&D Workshop Specialist to maintain workspace organization & efficiency within our hardware research & development facility. This role focuses on keeping engineering workspaces organized and stocked, ensuring that engineers and technicians have the resources they need.

Responsibilities:
- Maintain organized, clutter-free R&D spaces by upholding layouts & organizational standards.
- Implement and maintain 5S principles across benches, storage, and shared zones.
- Develop visual management systems, shadow boards, labeling standards, and standardized storage solutions.
- Maintain inventory of shared consumables, hardware, and supplies, and reorder before shortages occur.
- Uphold EHS and lab safety standards through daily upkeep.
- Partner with engineers and technicians to keep spaces working well and surface friction points as they arise.

Requirement:
- 1-2 years in a lab, shop, warehouse, manufacturing, or operations support role.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Good communication skills and a collaborative, service-oriented approach.
- Ability to lift and move equipment, parts, and supplies (up to 50 lbs).
- Comfort working in an active hardware R&D environment.

Benefits:
- Robust equity program to build future wealth through RSUs.
- Comprehensive healthcare coverage (Medical, Dental, Vision).
- 401K matching and access to financial advisors.
- Generous paid Parental Leave (up to 16 weeks).
- Tenure-based paid Sabbatical Leave (up to 6 weeks).
- Healthy on-site lunches, snacks, beverages, & treats.
- Unlimited 3D prints.