Role Description:

As a Dental Laboratory Technician at Trout Dental Laboratory, you will play a crucial role in the creation of dental prosthetics, including dentures and partials. Your responsibilities will include:

• Manufacturing Dental Products: Fabricate high-quality dental prosthetics such as dentures, partials, crowns, and bridges using various materials and techniques.

• Operating Laboratory Equipment: Utilize and maintain laboratory equipment, including casting machines, milling machines, and 3D printers, to ensure precise and efficient production.

• Quality Control: Conduct thorough quality control checks to ensure that all dental products meet the highest standards of accuracy, fit, and aesthetics.

• Analytical Skills: Apply analytical skills to troubleshoot and resolve any issues that arise during the manufacturing process, ensuring optimal outcomes for clinic partners and their patients.

• Collaboration: Work closely with dental professionals, including dentists and orthodontists, to understand their specific requirements and deliver customized solutions.

• Documentation: Maintain accurate records of all work performed, including detailed notes on materials used, techniques applied, and any adjustments made.

• Continuous Improvement: Stay updated with the latest advancements in dental technology and techniques and actively participate in training and development opportunities to enhance your skills.

 

You Should Have:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent

• Excellent eye-hand coordination and manual dexterity

• High level of comfort with digital tools and technology

• Robust vision capabilities and attention to detail, including depth perception and color

• Passion for tackling problems and breaking them down into smaller manageable steps

• Very high attention to detail and organizational skills

• Team player attitude and willingness to help others to help the team exceed expectations

• Strong ability to maintain a clean work area and keep equipment, tools, and supplies clean to avoid contamination with foreign material

• Natural curiosity and ability to learn new concepts, tools, and workflows quickly

• Strong self-motivation, self-direction, and ability to prioritize

• Excellent communication and listening skills

• Must be able to read, write, speak and understand English

• Ability to sit for extended periods of time

• 1+ years of experience in a fast-paced environment

 

Bonus Points If You Have:

• Previous experience in a dental lab or other dental environment

• Outstanding professional references to share

• Relentlessly positive attitude, strong sense of humor, and the ability to have fun at work

 

Regular laboratory manufacturing takes place Monday through Thursday. Some weeks may require work outside of the regular schedule. This is an hourly role with a 90-day training period. The hourly rate during the training period ranges between $16-$18 depending on experience. Upon successfully completing the training period, the hourly rate will increase to $18-$25 based on skill level and experience.

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