Dental Laboratory Technician - Tooth Setter

Job Title: Dental Technician - Tooth Setter

Salary: $35 per hour

Shift: Day

Benefits: Full Benefits Package

Position Overview:

We are a family-owned, growing dental laboratory based in the U.S. and are currently seeking a Dental Technician - Tooth Setter to join our team. We offer competitive wages and benefits for individuals with relevant experience. As a second chance employer, we welcome nonviolent offenders to apply. All positions are on-site, and we are looking for individuals with strong communication, teamwork, and time management skills.

Key Responsibilities:

• Read and interpret prescriptions and supporting documentation to understand doctor preferences. Consult with supervisors or OTI leaders if questions arise.
• Evaluate model work and articulations to ensure they meet company standards.
• Select denture teeth from stock based on doctor specifications.
• Mark models to outline restorations.
• Create base plates, esthetic control bases, and bite rims.
• Set denture teeth for both fully edentulous and partially edentulous cases.
• Follow all steps outlined in the Technical Team Policies (TTPs) to ensure consistent and accurate results.
• Conduct a thorough quality check before passing work to the next technician.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Physical Requirements:

• Regularly required to sit, stand, walk, and reach.
• Must exhibit fine motor skills and perform repetitive motions.
• Strong manual dexterity is essential.
• Ability to sit, stand, or walk for extended periods.
• Frequent bending and kneeling.
• Must have good vision, including depth perception, attention to detail, and color recognition.
• Ability to push, pull, lift, or carry up to 50 pounds.

Education Requirements:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent is required.