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Manager, Additive Manufacturing

Divergent 3D · Long Beach, California, United States; Torrance, California, United States · On-site

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About the role

You will lead operations across part removal (bandsaw/EDM), media blast, heat treat, build plate resurfacing, and part inspection, building a disciplined, high-performing organization capable of delivering consistent, certifiable output at scale. This role is well-suited for a leader experienced in high-consequence, procedure-driven environments who can bring structure, accountability, and continuous improvement to a rapidly scaling operation.

What they're looking for

  • Ability to lawfully access information and technology that is subject to US export controls
  • Experience leading operations, maintenance, or production teams in complex technical environments
  • Familiarity with procedure-driven execution, qualification programs, and audit/compliance systems
  • Experience managing risk, driving root cause resolution, and improving system reliability
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving ability
  • Comfortable operating both on the floor and at the systems level
More about this role

Divergent is building the new industrial age. Every day, our teams design, manufacture, and assemble advanced systems for some of the world’s most demanding industries. Our integrated engineering and manufacturing platform transforms complex designs into production-ready solutions, helping customers move faster, build smarter, and deliver critical systems when they matter most. Divergent is a qualified Tier 1 supplier to global automotive OEMs and supports leading U.S. aerospace and defense companies.

Join us and help push the boundaries of what can be built.

Own and scale the post-processing value stream that transforms additively manufactured parts into fully qualified material with validated properties.

You will lead operations across part removal (bandsaw/EDM), media blast, heat treat, build plate resurfacing, and part inspection, building a disciplined, high-performing organization capable of delivering consistent, certifiable output at scale.

This role is well-suited for a leader experienced in high-consequence, procedure-driven environments who can bring structure, accountability, and continuous improvement to a rapidly scaling operation.

  • Serve as the single point of...

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