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

 

This is an hourly role with a 90-day training period. The hourly rate during the training period ranges between $18-$20 depending on experience. Upon successfully completing the training period, the hourly rate will increase to $20-$25 based on skill level.

 

Estimated start date is March 17, 2025.