Job Description:

Procera Complete Dental Lab specializes in the finalization of customized CAD/CAM dental prosthetics. We are seeking a Dental Lab Technician I to support key production processes including sorting and managing incoming cases, preparing items for finalization, and packaging completed prosthetics. This entry-level role requires a detail-oriented and efficient individual with strong manual dexterity, and a touch of artistic skill. A customer-focused mindset and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, quality-driven environment are essential.

Responsibilities:

• Frequently handle and manipulate small components using a pinch or squeeze grip with the non-dominant hand across multiple production tasks.

• Operate small handheld power, impact, and vibratory tools with the dominant hand for brief durations, intermittently throughout the shift, to support product finishing and detailing.

• Perform technical tasks using foot pedal-operated handheld tools, assisting with material preparation and processing

• May occasionally need to finalize dental prosthetics per customer specifications by staining and glazing products with small tools such as a paint brush, ensuring accurate color, hue, texture, and chroma match based on departmental need.

• Perform routine maintenance activities on equipment following established procedures.

• Operate secondary equipment as required, including furnace, ultrasonic cleaner, sandblaster, etc.

• Collaborate proactively with cross-functional departments to meet production goals.

• Participate in team-driven manufacturing process improvements using Kaizen methodologies.

• Conduct final inspections, packaging, and/or labeling of finished products as needed.

• Identify and escalate issues such as quality concerns to the appropriate manager or department.

• Maintain safety compliance by following policies, 5S initiatives, and performing regular housekeeping.

• Engage in required training sessions to support skill development and compliance.

Job Requirements:

Critical Knowledge and Qualifications:

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent work experience
• Experience working as a Dental Technician or experience working within similar or equivalent high-precision artistic manufacturing process
• General understanding of dental anatomy preferred

Critical Skills/technical know-how:

• Professional proficiency in English required
• Professional proficiency in PC-standard software (MS-Office); basic knowledge of SAP preferred
• Ability to identify slight variances in color and hue
• Must have a strong attention to detail
• Ability to handle and manipulate small components using a pinch/squeeze grip with the non-dominant hand across multiple tasks performed frequently throughout the full duration of the shift
• Ability to operate small handheld power, impact, or vibratory tools with the dominant hand for short durations, repeatedly throughout the full duration of the shift
• Ability to sit for 8 hours during work shift with occasional breaks, willing to work overtime depending on business demands
• Ability to see through and perform tasks using a microscope
• Ability to operate equipment using a foot pedal

Critical Experience:

• Some experience as a Dental Technician or equivalent experience working in a high-precision artistic manufacturing process
• Experience working in dental lab preferred
• Experience working in a regulated environment preferred

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Target Market Salary Range:

Actual compensation packages take into account a wide range of factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to geographic location; skill sets; relevant education and certifications; depth of experience; performance; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed reasonable estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled.  At Envista, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. The total compensation package for this position may also include an annual performance bonus, medical/dental/vision benefits, 401K match, and/or other applicable compensation plans.

$23.00 - $31.30 per hour

Operating Company:

Nobel Biocare

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