Production Technician
About The Position
The Production Technician is a hands-on role supporting AvaDent’s dental manufacturing operation. Team members receive training to perform a variety of production tasks and may work in different areas depending on their training, experience, production volume, staffing, and business needs. Production areas may include milling, scanning, 3D printing, equipment operation, material preparation, cleaning and post-processing, quality checks, and other manufacturing activities. Previous dental or manufacturing experience is not required; AvaDent provides training for suitable individuals. Production Technicians are expected to become cross-trained over time and may be assigned or moved between production areas as workload and business needs change. Work is performed in an on-site dental manufacturing environment. The work may involve standing for extended periods, repetitive tasks, production equipment, computers, hand tools, and moving materials consistent with normal production operations. Specific assignments may vary based on employee training, production volume, staffing, and business requirements. The description summarizes the general nature of the position and is not intended to list every responsibility that may be assigned. AvaDent is an equal opportunity employer and provides reasonable accommodations consistent with applicable law.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
- Dependable attendance and punctuality.
- Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
- Good attention to detail and commitment to consistent quality.
- Comfort learning and operating production equipment and basic computer systems.
- Ability to perform repetitive tasks while maintaining accuracy and quality.
- Ability to work effectively independently and as part of a team.
- Willingness to learn multiple production functions and work in different areas as needed.
Nice To Haves
- Previous dental laboratory, manufacturing, machine operation, CNC, 3D printing, scanning, milling, or similar production experience is helpful but not required.
Responsibilities
- Perform assigned production and manufacturing tasks safely, accurately, and efficiently.
- Learn and become proficient in multiple production processes through hands-on training and cross-training.
- Operate assigned production equipment, including milling, scanning, 3D printing, and related systems.
- Prepare, load, unload, clean, and process products, materials, and equipment according to established procedures.
- Follow work instructions, standard operating procedures, safety requirements, and quality standards.
- Inspect work for quality, accuracy, completeness, and visible defects.
- Accurately complete required production documentation and system entries.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient work area.
- Promptly report quality, equipment, material, or production issues to a supervisor.
- Work cooperatively with other team members to meet daily production requirements.
- Cross-train in additional production areas and support other functions as business needs change.
- Perform other production duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
