Lathe Operator

AvaDent Digital Dental Solutions; Scottsdale (AZ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

AvaDent Digital Dental Solutions in Scottsdale, AZ, is seeking a dependable Manufacturing Technician to set up and operate lathes per engineering drawings. The role includes maintaining logs, managing puck inventory, and performing quality checks in a dental manufacturing environment.

The position is full-time, in-person, with an afternoon shift (12:30pm–9pm). Candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent and a keen eye for detail. Prior manufacturing experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required or preferred.
• Excellent attention to detail and precision.
• Patience and ability to perform repetitive handwork precisely.
• Prior experience in a manufacturing technician role.
• Ability to follow detailed written and verbal instructions.
• Dependable attendance and punctuality.
• Ability to work independently while maintaining quality and productivity.

Responsibilities

• Review production orders to verify correct specifications.
• Set up lathe and operate per specifications.
• Maintain all logs.
• Manage puck inventory.
• Quality control for pucks.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• Alert Manager of any repair needs of other areas of concern with regard to the facility.
• Assist in manufacturing processes as directed.
• Perform a variety of tasks to support day-to-day operations.

Skills

Attention to detail

Instruction following

Independent work

Patience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Lathe operation

Job description

Description

This function sets up and operates the Lathes and run parts according to engineering drawings. The function is also responsible for certification

Responsibilities

• Review production orders to verify correct specifications


• Set up lathe and operate per specifications


• Maintain all logs


• Manage puck inventory


• Quality control for pucks


• Maintain a clean and safe work environment


• Alert Manager of any repair needs of other areas of concern with regard to the facility


• Assist in manufacturing processes as directed


• Perform a variety of tasks to support the day to day operations of the business

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.


• Excellent attention to detail.


• Patience and ability to perform precise, repetitive handwork.


• Prior experience in a manufacturing technician role.


• Ability to follow detailed written and verbal instructions.


• Dependable attendance and punctuality.


• Ability to work independently while maintaining consistent quality and productivity

Working Conditions

Work is performed in an on-site dental manufacturing environment and involves extended periods of detailed

handwork, close visual inspection, repetitive motions, hand and rotary tools, polishing equipment, and other

finishing processes. Reasonable accommodations will be provided as required by applicable law.

This 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.

Schedule

Full-time, Monday through Friday, 12:30pm to 9pm. This is an in-person position.