Job Description

About Us:

Pan-Am Dental, part of the Catalis Dental Lab Partners premier network, is a full-service dental lab specializing in Crown & Bridge, Flexible & Traditional Partials, Implants, Full Denture and Orthodontic Appliances. Pan-Am Dental is a highly sought-after employer, offering abundant chances for career advancement and fostering a warm and supportive atmosphere where teammates genuinely look out for each other.

Job Responsibilities:

Processing & Acrylic Work:

• Process full and partial dentures using heat-cured, cold-cured, and injection-molded acrylics .
• Perform flasking, investing, and boil-out procedures accurately to ensure high-quality results.
• Pack and cure dentures while maintaining proper handling techniques to prevent material defects.
• Trim, finish, and polish dentures to achieve optimal comfort, esthetics, and durability .

Post-Processing & Finishing:

• Remove processed dentures from molds and carefully clean residual plaster or stone.
• Fine-tune occlusion, adjust fit, and perform necessary refinements to ensure precision.
• Apply staining, characterizing, and final polishing for a natural appearance.
• Conduct quality control checks to ensure all functional, aesthetic, and durability standards  are met.
• Work closely with the lab manager to make necessary adjustments based on clinician feedback.

General Responsibilities:

• Maintain a clean and organized workstation, following safety and infection control protocols .
• Collaborate with the team to troubleshoot and resolve any processing issues.
• Stay updated with advancements in acrylic processing techniques and denture materials .
• Assist with training junior technicians when necessary.

Qualifications:

• Experience: 
  • Minimum 4+ years in denture processing, acrylic work, or related dental lab experience.
• Technical Skills: 
  • Strong knowledge of acrylic materials, flasking, packing, and polishing techniques .
• Attention to Detail: 
  • Ability to ensure high-quality craftsmanship with minimal errors.
• Problem-Solving: 
  • Ability to troubleshoot processing challenges and make adjustments as needed 
• Team Player: 
  • Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Bonus Skills: 
  • Experience with 3D printed denture workflows is a plus.

Benefits

• 401(k) with employer match
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off

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