Dental Technician - Full Time

Purpose of Role

The Purpose of a Dental Technician is to be responsible for Dental printing, scanning, conducting product demos, and lab management, as well as playing a vital role in ensuring the precision and excellence of our 3D Dental products.

Job Description:

Main Duties and Responsibilities

• To oversee and always administer the quality of product within the Lab area and ensure the quality provided to the end user, external or internal, is always of the highest standard possible.
• Ensure that clients' orders are processed and delivered by agreed deadlines.
• Communicate potential workflow issues to the Management team and provide alternative courses of action.
• To understand and play an active role in the continued development of Business Management Systems.
• Provide the highest example to staff in terms of leadership and commitment.
• Play a part in maintaining a positive outlook with OurCrown.
• Create and maintain high-quality 3D products for various purposes.
• Apply textures and materials to 3D models to achieve realistic and visually appealing results.
• Operate 3D scanning equipment to capture real-world objects or environments and convert them into digital 3D models.

Prepare 3D models for 3D printing, ensuring that they are optimized for the chosen printing technology and materials.

• Software Proficiency: Utilize industry-standard software such as Blender, ETEC, and 3SHAPE.
• Quality Assurance: Conduct quality checks to ensure that 3D models meet project requirements, are free of errors, and are ready for integration into larger projects.
• Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams, including designers, engineers, and project managers, to understand project requirements and deliver on-time results.
• Documentation: Maintain organized records of 3D assets, project specifications, and revisions.

Other Duties

The above list is not exhaustive, and the role may change to meet the overall objectives of the company. Fulfill other duties as required by management and other department personnel as requested.

KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS

• Team meetings are held bi-weekly, where the team is updated and work is delegated.
• Clients have received work of excellent quality and on time as per specification.
• Production departments are adequately resourced to meet client requirements.
• Staff targets have been implemented and are achieved.
• All staff have performance reviews scheduled and reviews are carried out as outlined in the schedule.
• All staff understand their roles and responsibilities and have clear guidance on where there is a requirement to improve and how this will be assessed.
• All company policies are communicated to the team and enforced.
• Accurate working hours are completed monthly for payroll.
• All HR records are kept up to date.
• A log can be produced showing any problems with workflow and resolutions, and all problems are communicated to the Managing Director.
• Demonstrate a good understanding of the Business Management System and show contribution through active participation in the ongoing development and improvement of the system.
• All staff are informed and motivated.

EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE/SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE/PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS

Essential: A relevant qualification in Dental Technology.

Desirable: Degree in a related subject.

EXPERIENCE

Essential: Experience in working to deadlines and excellent experience of using standard office IT applications.

Desirable: Experience in 3D and scanning in the health industry and at least a year of experience in 3D printing.

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

Essential: Excellent organizational skills and ability to prioritize; ability to seek out opportunities for continuous improvement and change; ability to ensure that the highest standards of quality and customer care are achieved; good knowledge and understanding of disciplinary, grievance, and absence management.

Desirable: Knowledge of advanced 3D printing and scanning in the health industry.

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

Essential: Computer literate; ability to work as a member of a team and/or independently and use own initiative; proven leadership skills and good organizational skills; ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines; tactful and discreet when dealing with confidential issues; enthusiasm and willingness to undertake further training to develop skills.

This job description serves to illustrate the scope and responsibilities of the post and is not intended to be an exhaustive list of duties. You will be expected to perform other job-related tasks requested by management and as necessitated by the development of this role and the development of the business.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: £23,000.00-£30,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company pension
• On-site parking

Experience:

• Dental Technician: 2 years (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• Valid GDC registration (preferred)
• Driving Licence (required)

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person