Manufacturing Technician - Multiple Openings and Levels

LightForce Orthodontics; Wilmington (DE); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO/Paid Holidays

Medical, Dental, and Vision plans

401k Retirement plan

Fringe benefits

Paid parental leave

Workplace perks such as food/coffee

Job summary

LightForce Orthodontics is seeking a Manufacturing Technician to join a fast-growing startup at the forefront of digital manufacturing. You will maintain daily operations of the orthodontic appliance production line and collaborate with hardware engineers and planning teams to ensure on-time delivery and top quality.

The role reports to the Manufacturing Project Manager, with all shift hours available and opportunities to contribute to safety and quality improvement programs while keeping a

Qualifications

• Associate or Bachelor’s Degree in manufacturing or related field is preferred but not required.
• Experience in professional-level manufacturing is a plus.
• Experience in 3D printing is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and monitor manufacturing equipment performing tasks required to build the product and prepare it for shipment worldwide
• Follow specifications, job orders, work instructions, and quality procedures to produce specific products in accordance with our quality system
• Maintain product traceability throughout the manufacturing process
• Become fully trained, and follow all safety procedures for the operation and use of equipment
• Inspect product; set up and operate manufacturing equipment
• Inspect incoming materials as per inspection procedures as needed
• Inspect materials, products, and equipment to detect defects or malfunctions
• Route product samples for quality control inspection according to procedure
• Ensure that equipment operations conform to production or process standards
• Support the training or cross-training of operators that are new to the work area
• Contribute actively to safety and quality system improvement programs
• Maintain a clean and organized work area, and assure proper disposal of waste materials
• Comply with all Company policies including safety, operating procedures, quality, attendance, and proper on-the-job conduct

Skills

Attention to detail

Documentation

SOP compliance

Teamwork

Safety conscious

Quality awareness

Education

Associate or Bachelor's degree in manufacturing

Tools

MS Office

Google Workspace

ERP system

Job description

About LightForce

LightForce is leading the digital transformation of orthodontics and redefining the standard of care for patients. Our fully digital, 3D-printed orthodontic platform increases practice efficiency, improves clinical consistency, and enables more predictable treatment outcomes.

Unlike traditional stock brackets, LightForce delivers fully customized, patient-specific brackets paired with AI-driven treatment planning—optimizing outcomes at scale. With recent advancements unlocking the next phase of digital orthodontics, LightForce continues to push the boundaries of what’s possible in personalized care.
Learn more at www.lf.co

Description

As a Manufacturing Technician at LightForce, you will be an active member of a fast-growing start-up at the forefront of digital manufacturing. You will be responsible for maintaining the daily manufacturing operations of our orthodontic appliance production line. You will work closely with hardware engineers, dental planners, and management to ensure that the right products get to the right people on time, all while meeting the highest quality standards. This position will report to the Manufacturing Project Manager.

All shift hours are available.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and monitor manufacturing equipment performing tasks required to build the product and prepare it for shipment worldwide
• Follow specifications, job orders, work instructions, and quality procedures to produce specific products in accordance with our quality system
• Maintain product traceability throughout the manufacturing process
• Become fully trained, and follow all safety procedures for the operation and use of equipment
• Inspect product; set up and operate manufacturing equipment
• Inspect incoming materials as per inspection procedures as needed
• Inspect materials, products, and equipment to detect defects or malfunctions
• Route product samples for quality control inspection according to procedure
• Ensure that equipment operations conform to production or process standards
• Support the training or cross-training of operators that are new to the work area
• Contribute actively to safety and quality system improvement programs
• Maintain a clean and organized work area, and assure proper disposal of waste materials
• Comply with all Company policies including safety, operating procedures, quality, attendance, and proper on-the-job conduct

Education and Experience

• Associate or Bachelor’s Degree in manufacturing or related field is preferred but not required
• Experience in professional-level manufacturing is a plus
• Experience in 3D printing is a plus

Required Qualifications

• Basic computer knowledge, such as using Microsoft Office Suite and Google Suite
• Must demonstrate acute attention to detail and organizational skills
• Critical understanding of the importance of documentation and data traceability
• Familiarity with executing Standard Operating Procedures in a manufacturing or assembly environment
• Must be able to work well independently and in a team environment
• Must have the ability to work safely and conscientiously in a manufacturing environment
• Excellent written and oral communication skills as well as a passion for learning
• Basic proficiency speaking and understanding English

Physical Demands

The physical demands here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Ability to lift up to 20 pounds
• Ability to reach and manipulate controls on equipment
• Perform work activities with production chemicals, adhesives and epoxies, using required personal protective equipment
• Ability to view and reliably identify small (< 1 mm), low-contrast features on parts/components
• Requires physical activity such as standing for long periods of time, walking, and working with hands

Perks

• PTO/Paid Holidays
• Medical, Dental, and Vision plans
• 401k Retirement plan
• Fringe benefits
• Paid parental leave
• Workplace perks such as food/coffee

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liabilities.

LightForce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, disability, Protected Veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.