Operator I

Operator I

Dentsply Sirona is the world's largest manufacturer of professional dental products and technologies, with over a century of innovation and service to the dental industry and patients worldwide. Dentsply Sirona develops, manufactures, and markets a comprehensive solutions offering including dental and oral health products as well as other consumable medical devices under a strong portfolio of world class brands. Dentsply Sirona's products provide innovative, high-quality, and effective solutions to advance patient care and deliver better and safer dental care. Dentsply Sirona's headquarter is located in Charlotte, North Carolina. The company's shares are listed in the United States on NASDAQ under the symbol XRAY. Visit for more information about Dentsply Sirona and its products.

The Operator I is responsible for the consistent operation of various machines and/or operation of support equipment related to the production process. Other duties are outlined based on specific department requirements. This job function directly indirectly affects product quality.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Perform machine operations and control.
• Follow machine start up and shutdown procedure.
• Follow applicable work instructions.
• Follow established company policies.
• Follow all established health and safety policies.
• Communicate with supervisors.
• Knowledge of GMP.
• Work station organization and cleanliness.
• Follow quality control inspection points.
• Machine and area cleaning.
• Trouble shooting.
• Reading work orders and bill of materials.
• Filing out necessary paperwork.
• Follow work instruction and product specification.
• Quality Inspection.
• Evaluate non-conformities in products, production equipment and test equipment.
• Other duties as assigned.

Additional Responsibilities for Chain & Spooling Department:

• Quality inspection and required first piece.
• Use Nikon profile protector.
• Visual inspection of product for quality standards.
• Weighing and recording chain produced.
• Maintaining chain traceability by using temporary traveler.
• Print labels for products and package productions as per work instructions.

Additional Responsibilities for Extrusion Department:

• Maintenance – fill out PM and cleaning check sheets.
• Perform 1st piece inspection and continuous inspection.
• Perform Extrusion dies change over, cleaning and adjustment.
• Perform Extrusion trouble shooting, purging and cleaning.
• Setup and calibrate adapter less tip size base on required specification program in Zumbach.
• Material drying and mixing procedures.
• Quality inspection and scrap reporting.
• Perform measurement verification with caliper, comparator, scale and pin gauges.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Machine operation experience in a production environment required.
• Dependability and ability to adapt to change are essential.
• Ability to perform basic math calculations and weight conversions.
• Ability to read, write and speak in English.
• Must be familiar with basic measurement methods.
• Must be proficient with using small hand tools.
• Ability to cross train in other areas as assigned.
• Lean manufacturing experience preferred.

Supervisory Responsibilities: None

Educational Qualifications: High School Diploma/GED preferred Previous manufacturing experience

Environmental Requirements: Primarily an office environment; must be able to use all office equipment (PC, phone, fax, copier, etc) Limited temperature fluctuations, air conditioned environment Exposure to general manufacturing environment Non-allergy to Latex

Physical Requirements: Must be able to sit for at least 4 hours at a time. Have normal eye/hand motor coordination and the ability to grasp and hold small objects. Possess a normal extended reach. Consistently uses manual dexterity. Have the ability to determine color acuity. Must be able to travel via car or plane to designated areas. Must be able to transport, lift, and demonstrate materials, product and equipment weighing up to 30 lbs.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Dentsply Sirona is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without unlawful discrimination or regard for race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, sexual or gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, marital status, disability, genetic factors, military and veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by applicable local law. Eligibility: All successful applicants must be eligible to work in the country the position is based. Assistance: If you need assistance with completing the online application due to a disability, please send an accommodation request to View email address on click.appcast.io. Agencies: Please note that Dentsply Sirona does not accept or respond to unsolicited requests or applications submitted by Recruitment Agencies/ Search Firms. Notice on Fraudulent Job Offers: Unfortunately, we are aware of third parties that pretend to represent our company offering unauthorized employment opportunities. If you think a fraudulent source is offering you a job, please have a look at the following information: careers.dentsplysirona.com .