Entry-Level Dental Technician: Precision Model Maker

Denbright Dental Labs; Waunakee (WI); On-site; USD 38,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

D&S Dental Laboratory in Waunakee, WI is seeking a detail-oriented Dental Technician for the Fixed Model Room to craft models from impressions for fixed prosthetics, including pouring, trimming, and articulating models.

You will read prescriptions, prepare models to match orders, operate lab equipment, and collaborate with QC to uphold standards. Strong hand-eye coordination, fine motor skills, and reliable time management are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Demonstrated hand-eye coordination and fine motor skills.
• Experience with tasks requiring manual dexterity and precision handling of small tools and materials.
• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to consistently meet deadlines.
• Strong communication skills, including written communication.
• Ability to work well with colleagues, managers, and other departments.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret prescriptions and prepare models to match orders and specifications.
• Pour, trim, section, and articulate stone models from patient impressions with accuracy.
• Fabricate models of the mouth and teeth based on impressions taken by dental professionals.
• Follow the daily case schedule and production goals to keep cases moving on time.
• Operate hand tools and lab equipment (drills, lathes, presses, furnaces, sandblasters, grinders, carvers).
• Collaborate with quality control to uphold product standards and identify cases needing attention.
• Use supplies efficiently and keep work areas organized.

Skills

Hand-eye coordination

Fine motor skills

Detail-oriented

Time management

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

D&S Dental Laboratory in Waunakee, WI is seeking a detail-oriented Dental Technician for the Fixed Model Room to craft models from impressions for fixed prosthetics, including pouring, trimming, and articulating models.

You will read prescriptions, prepare models to match orders, operate lab equipment, and collaborate with QC to uphold standards. Strong hand-eye coordination, fine motor skills, and reliable time management are essential.