What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dental Milling Technician Day Shift position at Pan-Am Dental?
Job Description
Job Description
The Milling Dental Technician is responsible for operating the Morning and afternoon milling departments within the dental laboratory. This ensures the efficient and accurate production of dental prosthetics using milling technology and maintains high-quality standards in all aspects of production. The milling technician will also coordinate with other departments and technicians to ensure seamless workflow and timely product delivery.
Requirements
Essential Duties and Key Responsibilities :
Milling and Nesting
Responsible for milling and nesting of daily cases, crown and bridge, bars, and hybrids
Attend training from team leads and managers and provide support to fellow team members.
Ensure that performance and products are evaluated and adapted when needed with feedback from leadership.
Foster a collaborative and productive work environment.
Production Oversight :
Oversee the daily afternoon and evening operations of the milling department.
Ensure efficient use of milling machines and equipment.
Monitor production schedules and workflow to meet deadlines.
Implement and maintain quality control procedures within the shift.
Technical Expertise :
Operate and troubleshoot milling machines.
Ensure accurate and precise milling of dental prosthetics (crowns, bridges, inlays, onlays, etc.).
Stay updated with the latest milling technology and industry trends.
Quality Assurance :
Inspect completed work to ensure it meets quality standards for the next shift.
Address and rectify any issues or defects in milled products.
Maintain records of production and quality control metrics.
Coordination and Communication :
Coordinate with other departments, leadership, and team members (e.g., design, fabrication, quality control) to ensure seamless operations.
Communicate effectively with the Milling Manager and team lead.
Liaise with fellow technicians in the department to ensure effective communication is being followed.
Inventory and Maintenance :
Familiarize all inventory of materials and milling supply procedures
Familiarize with all maintenance and calibration of milling machines.
Ensure compliance with safety standards and regulations.
Skills and Competencies :
Familiar with CAD / CAM software and milling machine operation.
Strong time management skills.
Excellent attention to detail and precision in work.
Good communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues.
Knowledge of dental materials and prosthetics.
Physical Requirements :
Ability to work in a laboratory setting, including standing for long periods.
Manual dexterity for handling small tools and components.
Visual acuity for detailed work and inspection.
Working Conditions :
Full-time position based in a dental laboratory.
May require occasional overtime to meet production deadlines.
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