Glidewell Dental Careers

Description

Dental Technician Trainee (Monday to Friday 9:00am to 5:30pm or Monday to Friday 6:00pm to 2:30am) 

• Learns basic tooth morphology and anatomy. 
• Learns to fabricate and repair dental prosthesis and dental appliances such as dentures, partials, crowns and bridges, inlay/onlay, veneers, and implant restorations.
• Learns to read and interpret dental prescriptions.  
• Familiarizes self with wide range of materials, such as metal (precious, non-precious, gold), porcelain, composite, acrylic, polyurethane, co-polyester, thermo plastic and their use in fabricating dental restorations.
• Learns and practices restoring natural teeth and correcting dental irregularities by manufacturing fixed or removable appliances.
• Develops technical knowledge to make decisions when fabricating dental prothesis. 
• May learn basics of replacing partial or total loss of natural teeth by constructing partial or full dentures (metal and non-metal).
• Familiarizes self with names and functions of various types of hand tools and equipment (electric drills, presses, lathes, high-heat furnaces, etc.)
• Practices using various types of hand tools and equipment (electric drills, presses, lathes, high-heat furnaces, etc.). 
• Documents learning by completing quizzes and worksheets. 
• Works under supervision of trainers and learns to work independently and seek assistance and/or clarification regarding technical issues when needed. 
• Learns quality standard protocol, and steps taken to ensure compliance with protocol. 
• Learns to recognize problem cases that need additional prep work. 

• No previous experience required.
• Prior dental experience or background, a plus.
• Previous experience working in positions that require hand and finger dexterity, a plus.

Order Processor I (Monday to Friday 9:00am to 5:30pm or Monday to Friday 6:00pm to 2:30am)

• Opens inbound cases from conveyor belt.
•  Receives inbound multi-cases containing articulators from Distributor.
•  Removes packaging materials from dental cases.
•  Scans tracking number and Rx associated with case.
•  Uses touch screen computer to select case type.
•  Scans a digital picture of impressions or dental case with image capture system.
•  Applies Opti-Cide spray to impressions or dental case.
•  Applies auto-generated labels and tags to dental cases, Rx sheets, and all items in dental case for proper routing throughout production facility.
•  Receives outbound cases from conveyor belt. Verifies and ensures that all documents (RX, work order, and invoice) match dental case.
•  Creates shipping label for outbound cases.
•  Packs completed dental work into a shipping dental box.
• Peels shipping label and attaches on top of the box.
•  Retrieves and packs additional supplies based on Doctor’s request, as necessary.
•  Notifies Supervisor/Manager regarding any issues with incoming/outbound cases; asks questions as necessary in order to complete duties.
•  Ensures work area is maintained in a clean and orderly state throughout work shift.
•  Partners with Shipper/Distributor to validate outbound production.
•  Performs other related duties and projects as required by management

•  High school diploma or equivalent.
•  Previous experience in shipping environments or positions, a plus.

Order Processor I (Monday to Friday 9:00am to 5:30pm or Monday to Friday 6:00pm to 2:30am) 

• Opens inbound cases from conveyor belt.
•  Receives inbound multi-cases containing articulators from Distributor.
•  Removes packaging materials from dental cases.
•  Scans tracking number and Rx associated with case.
•  Uses touch screen computer to select case type.
•  Scans a digital picture of impressions or dental case with image capture system.
•  Applies Opti-Cide spray to impressions or dental case.
•  Applies auto-generated labels and tags to dental cases, Rx sheets, and all items in dental case for proper routing throughout production facility.
•  Receives outbound cases from conveyor belt. Verifies and ensures that all documents (RX, work order, and invoice) match dental case.
•  Creates shipping label for outbound cases.
•  Packs completed dental work into a shipping dental box.
• Peels shipping label and attaches on top of the box.
•  Retrieves and packs additional supplies based on Doctor’s request, as necessary.
•  Notifies Supervisor/Manager regarding any issues with incoming/outbound cases; asks questions as necessary in order to complete duties.
•  Ensures work area is maintained in a clean and orderly state throughout work shift.
•  Partners with Shipper/Distributor to validate outbound production.
•  Performs other related duties and projects as required by management

•  High school diploma or equivalent.
•  Previous experience in shipping environments or positions, a plus.

Glidewell Laboratories is the industry leader in dental technology due to our agility, speed, and cutting edge technology. We work in a fast-paced and highly sought-after employee-friendly work environment. Behind all of this success is an amazing group of people who are passionate about bringing innovation to the marketplace, while providing quality and affordability to better the lives of people all over the world. If you share in our passion for teamwork and a vision for excellence, let's talk about a rewarding career at Glidewell!

In addition are the following generous employee benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K with company match, company-paid life insurance, additional onsite dental services, vacation, holiday, and sick time, employee gym (with fitness classes and meditation room), employee medical/wellness center (with massage therapy and acupuncture), two company subsidized cafes, Internet cafes, employee lounges with big screen TVs, game tables, fun company sponsored events, a diverse work environment with over forty nationalities represented, and much more!

Glidewell Laboratories is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits any kind of unlawful discrimination and harassment. We are committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to provide employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any other status protected by the statutes, rules, and regulations in the locations where it operates. If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, please contact us at [email protected]. Please indicate the specifics of the assistance needed.

Note to Current employees: Please apply through Employee Transfer Application to complete the transfer request form.