R&D Technician II

Dandy; United States; On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

Dental coverage

Retirement plan

Generous PTO

Job summary

Dandy is transforming the dental industry by building the operating system for dental offices. We are hiring an R&D Technician II to support our metal partials manufacturing line, handling hands-on production from post-processing through assembly, quality checks, and packing in a fast-paced environment.

We value self-starters who can adapt to changing processes, keep accurate records, and work with computers daily. Prior dental lab experience is welcome but not required.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in dental, dental lab, or precision manufacturing strongly preferred.
• Comfortable using a computer daily for spreadsheets, portals, and production tracking tools.
• Self-starter with the ability to work with minimal supervision and own daily production.

Responsibilities

• Perform metal post-processing on printed frameworks, including support removal, tumbling, and finishing to spec.
• Join components at the marrying station; assist assembly, quality checks and packing.
• Track case-level status and inventory using spreadsheets and internal portal tools; maintain accurate records.
• Inspect finished components against quality standards and flag issues before downstream.
• Operate and maintain production equipment (mills, printers, finishing stations); perform basic troubleshooting.
• Follow and help refine SOPs as the line scales; identify gaps and suggest improvements.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safety-compliant work area.

Skills

Strong English communication

Attention to detail

Self-starter

Computer literacy

Tools

Spreadsheets

Production tracking software

Internal portal tools

Job description

Dandy is transforming the massive and antiquated dental industry—an industry worth over $400B. Backed by some of the world’s leading venture capital firms, we’re on an ambitious mission to simplify and modernize every function of the dental practice through technology. As we expand our reach globally, Dandy is building the operating system for dental offices around the world—empowering clinicians and their teams with technology, innovation, and world‑class support to achieve more for their practices, their people, and their patients.

About The Role

Dandy is hiring a R&D Technician II to join our rapidly growing venture‑backed company, supporting our metal partials manufacturing line. In this role, you'll handle hands‑on production work — from metal post‑processing through assembly, quality checks, and packing — in a fast‑paced, scaling dental manufacturing environment. Dental or dental lab experience is ideal but not required; what matters most is being a self‑starter who's comfortable on a computer and keeping accurate, organized records as you go.

This role sits within R&D, where the nature of the work is fast‑paced and constantly evolving — processes, equipment, and priorities can shift with little notice as we develop and scale new manufacturing lines. We're looking for someone who's energized by that environment: comfortable adapting to change, flexible when things are still being figured out, and able to stay effective amid ambiguity.

What You’ll Do

• Perform metal post‑processing on printed frameworks: support removal, tumbling, and finishing to meet spec
• Work at the marrying station to join components, then support assembly, quality checks, and packing
• Track case‑level status and inventory using spreadsheets and internal portal tools — accurate, up‑to‑date records are core to the role
• Inspect finished components against quality standards and flag issues before they move downstream
• Operate and help maintain production equipment (mills, printers, finishing stations); perform basic troubleshooting and escalator as needed
• Follow and help refine SOPs as the line scales; flag process gaps and suggest improvements
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safety‑compliant work area

What We’re Looking For

• 3+ years of experience in a dental, dental lab, or similar precision manufacturing environment strongly preferred
• Comfortable and efficient using a computer — spreadsheets, portals, and production tracking tools are used daily
• A self‑starter who can work under minimal supervision and take ownership of daily production
• Strong attention to detail and comfort with repeatable, quality‑driven processes
• Ability to stand for extended periods and perform repetitive manual tasks
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced, changing production environment as the line scales
• Comfortable operating with ambiguity — able to adapt quickly as R&D processes, equipment, and priorities evolve
• Demonstrated proficiency in speaking, reading, writing, and understanding the English language

Bonus Points For

• Hands‑on experience with removable partial dentures (RPD), metal frameworks, or similar dental appliances
• CNC milling or precision machining experience
• Familiarity with 3D‑printed metal or acrylic components and their post‑processing
• Experience with case‑tracking, MES, or similar production‑tracking software

Req ID: J-1247

For full‑time positions, Dandy offers a wide range of best‑in‑class, comprehensive, and inclusive benefits tailored to each country where we operate. Our local benefits packages typically include healthcare, dental, mental health support, parental planning resources, retirement savings options, and generous paid time off—ensuring our team members are supported no matter where they live and work.

Dandy is proud to be an equal‑opportunity employer. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive culture that celebrates authenticity to win as one. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, protected veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, or any other legally protected characteristics.

Dandy also fully complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). We are dedicated to embracing challenges and creating an accessible, inclusive workplace for all individuals. If you require any accommodations for your interview or have any questions beforehand, rest assured that we will do everything we can to meet your needs. Visit Dandy Careers for more!

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