Dental Lab Processor Technician

Dental Laboratory Processor Technician | Dental Lab Technician

Job Purpose

We are seeking a Dental Laboratory Processor Technician to support the fabrication of high-quality dental prosthetics for patients. This entry-level dental laboratory position is ideal for someone who enjoys working with their hands, has strong attention to detail, and is interested in developing technical skills in denture processing and dental laboratory procedures .

The Dental Lab Processor Technician will assist with model preparation, case articulation, denture polishing, and other laboratory duties while maintaining quality, accuracy, organization, and safety standards.

Essential Functions

• Pour dental impressions into plaster to create accurate denture models.

• Trim and prepare plaster dental models for laboratory procedures.

• Articulate dental cases accurately according to established laboratory procedures.

• Polish dentures and dental prosthetics to meet quality and finishing standards.

• Assist with denture processing and fabrication as needed.

• Perform a variety of dental laboratory duties to support the efficient completion of patient cases.

• Maintain an organized, clean, and safe dental laboratory work environment.

• Follow established laboratory procedures and OSHA safety protocols .

• Cross-train in other areas of the dental laboratory as needed.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.

Experience & Qualifications

• 0-6 months of experience trimming and pouring denture models preferred.

• Plaster bench experience preferred.

• Previous dental laboratory, denture laboratory, plaster, model-making, or hands-on technical experience is a plus.

• Comfortable and confident working with your hands.

• Strong hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity.

• Mechanical ability and/or artistic ability.

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.

• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented dental laboratory environment .

• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced dental laboratory while maintaining quality standards.

• Highly organized with strong time-management skills.

• Willingness to learn new dental laboratory techniques and procedures.

• Understanding of OSHA protocols and willingness to cross-train in all areas of the laboratory.

Career Opportunity

The Dental Laboratory Processor Technician role provides an opportunity to develop hands-on experience in dental laboratory technology and denture fabrication . This position is well suited for candidates interested in building a career as a dental technician and gaining practical experience with plaster models, case articulation, denture polishing, and laboratory processing.

Schedule

• Full-time

• Monday through Friday

• Day shift during regular laboratory business hours

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Benefits

We care about our employees and understand the hard work that goes into providing the best-in-class patient care. You will be provided the training needed to provide you with the support you need to do your job well. Additional benefits include , group medical and dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, flexible spending (health and dependent care), 401(k), 9 paid holidays off, 10 days of vacation, and 5 additional PTO days. We also offer ancillary benefits to include hospital indemnity, accident, and critical illness insurance options.

About Affordable Care

Founded in 1975, today Affordable Care, LLC is America's largest dental support organization (DSO) focused on tooth replacement services, serving more than 360 dental practices across the United States. Supported practices primarily concentrate on extractions, dentures, implants, and fixed arches, with some practices housing an on-site laboratory to enable same-day dental services. Affordable Care is the DSO for several top dental brands including, but not limited to, Affordable Dentures & Implants, DDS Dentures + Implant Solutions, and Advanced Dental Implant Centers. From the Affordable Care Support Center, located in North Carolina's Research Triangle Park, along with field-based teams, Affordable Care provides business expertise and support services to dental practices, taking care of non-clinical duties so dentists can focus on treating patients (visit affordablecare.com ).

Job Details

Pay Type Hourly

Job Category Labs