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Knoxville Smiles

Lab Technician

Knoxville, TN · On-site

$16.25 - $21.75/hr

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Overview Knoxville Smiles seeks an energetic and reliable Lab Technician to join our team of ... Experience fabricating dental prostheses from initial digital design through completion

Aspen Dental

Denture Lab Technician - Digital Trainee

Joplin, MO

$18 - $20/hr

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When you join our team as an Entry-level Denture Lab Technician - Digital , youcangive back to communities and positively affect patients' lives. Job Type: Full-Time Salary: $18 - $20/ hour At Aspen ...

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Aspen Dental

Denture Lab Technician - Digital Trainee

Savannah, GA · On-site

$22 - $25/hr

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  • Dental

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When you join our team as an Entry-level Denture Lab Technician - Digital , youcangive back to communities and positively affect patients' lives. Job Type: Full-Time Salary: $22 - $25/ hour At Aspen ...

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Aspen Dental

Denture Lab Technician - Digital Trainee

Lawton, OK · On-site

$19 - $25/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

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When you join our team as an Entry-level Denture Lab Technician - Digital , youcangive back to communities and positively affect patients' lives. Job Type: Full-Time Salary: $19 - $25/ hour At Aspen ...

Aspen Dental

Denture Lab Technician - Digital Trainee

Humble, TX · On-site

$20 - $25/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

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When you join our team as an Entry-level Denture Lab Technician - Digital , youcangive back to communities and positively affect patients' lives. Job Type: Full-Time Salary: $20 - $25/ hour At Aspen ...

Aspen Dental

Denture Lab Technician - Digital Trainee

Niles, MI · On-site

$20 - $25/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

When you join our team as an Entry-level Denture Lab Technician - Digital , youcangive back to communities and positively affect patients' lives. Job Type: Full-Time Salary: $20 - $25/ hour At Aspen ...

Aspen Dental

Denture Lab Technician - Digital Trainee

O Fallon, IL · On-site

$22 - $24/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

When you join our team as an Entry-level Denture Lab Technician - Digital , youcangive back to communities and positively affect patients' lives. Job Type: Full-Time Salary: $22 - $24/ hour At Aspen ...

Aspen Dental

Denture Lab Technician - Digital Trainee

Owatonna, MN · On-site

$18 - $22/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

When you join our team as an Entry-level Denture Lab Technician - Digital , youcangive back to communities and positively affect patients' lives. Job Type: Full-Time Salary: $18 - $22/ hour At Aspen ...

Aspen Dental

Denture Lab Technician - Digital Trainee

Greeley, CO · On-site

$20 - $26/hr

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When you join our team as an Entry-level Denture Lab Technician - Digital , you can give back to communities and positively affect patients' lives. Job Type: Full-Time Salary: $20 - $26 / hour At ...

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As of Aug 15, 2026, the average hourly pay for digital lab technician in the United States is $22.53, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.27 and $24.28 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a digital lab technician do?

A Digital Lab Technician manages and operates digital laboratory equipment, often focusing on technologies such as 3D printers, scanners, and specialized software. They are responsible for preparing, calibrating, and maintaining digital devices used in scientific, medical, or manufacturing labs. Their duties often include troubleshooting technical issues, ensuring data accuracy, and assisting lab personnel with digital workflows. This role is essential for ensuring efficient and precise digital operations within the lab environment.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a digital lab technician?

To thrive as a Digital Lab Technician, you need a solid background in laboratory science, attention to detail, and familiarity with digital imaging or CAD/CAM technology, often supported by a relevant associate degree or certification. Competence in using digital design software, laboratory information management systems (LIMS), and 3D printing equipment is typically required. Strong problem-solving skills, communication, and the ability to work efficiently both independently and as part of a team are valuable soft skills. These abilities ensure precise digital workflows, high-quality outputs, and effective collaboration in a technology-driven lab environment.

What challenges do digital lab technicians face when managing digital workflows, and how can they be addressed?

Digital Lab Technicians often encounter challenges such as troubleshooting software or hardware issues, maintaining data accuracy during digital imaging or analysis, and adapting to rapidly evolving technology. To address these, technicians should stay current with software updates, participate in ongoing training, and maintain clear documentation of workflow processes. Collaborating closely with IT support and other lab staff also ensures swift resolution of technical problems and fosters a more efficient digital lab environment.

What is the difference between Digital Lab Technician vs Laboratory Technician?

AspectDigital Lab TechnicianLaboratory Technician
CredentialsAssociate degree or certification in digital technology or lab equipmentAssociate degree or diploma in laboratory sciences
Work EnvironmentDigital labs, computer-based analysis, digital equipmentPhysical labs, handling samples and traditional lab instruments
Industry UsageTech companies, digital research, biotech firmsHealthcare, research, manufacturing
Job FocusDigital data analysis, digital equipment operationSample preparation, physical testing, traditional lab procedures

The Digital Lab Technician primarily focuses on digital data management and digital equipment within modern labs, while the Laboratory Technician handles physical samples and traditional lab tasks. Both roles require relevant certifications and are essential in scientific and tech industries, but they differ in their work environment and daily responsibilities.

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Infographic showing various Digital Lab Technician job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 84% Full Time, 11% Part Time, 3% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $46,864 per year, or $22.5 per hour.

R&D Lab Technician - Plastics Additives

Milliken and Company

Spartanburg, SC • On-site

Full-time

Posted 2 days ago

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Milliken & Company rating

7.7

Company rating: 7.7 out of 10

Based on 35 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

14th of 62 rated fashion and textile manufacturers

Job description

Milliken & Company is a global manufacturing leader whose focus on materials science delivers tomorrow’s breakthroughs today. From industry-leading molecules to sustainable innovations, Milliken creates products that enhance people’s lives and deliver solutions for its customers and communities. Drawing on thousands of patents and a portfolio with applications across the textile, flooring, chemical and healthcare businesses, the company harnesses a shared sense of integrity and excellence to positively impact the world for generations. Discover more about Milliken’s curious minds and inspired solutions at Milliken.com and on Facebook, Instagram and  LinkedIn.

POSITION TITLE 

R&D Lab Technician – Plastics Additives

 

POSITION OVERVIEW 

This hourly position is part of Milliken’s Plastics Additives business, supporting new product and applications development within the R&D organization.  The role executes sample preparation, plastics processing, and analytical testing, and coordinates across R&D, analytical, regulatory, shipping, manufacturing, and commercial teams. The position is located at our corporate headquarters in Spartanburg, SC. Hours of work are typically Monday – Friday, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm, but may require work outside normal hours. 

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES 

  • Maintain a clean, safe, and organized lab environment and participate fully in the Milliken lab safety process 

  • Handle chemical additives safely; maintain accurate inventory records and shipping/regulatory compliance documents (SDS, COAs) within the digital lab management systems 

  • Prepare and organize incoming samples of plastic resins and other additives for testing and trials. 

  • Develop formulations and prototypes of plastic resins, additives, and colorants 

  • Operate plastics processing equipment (single/twin-screw extruders, injection molders, blending/mixing, pressure filtration) and support processing trials from material staging through sample collection and troubleshooting 

  • Conduct pigment/color evaluations (color spectrophotometers) and powder analyses (bulk density, particle size, flow properties) 

  • Measure plastic material properties (physical, thermal, optical) and execute analytical testing by GC, FTIR, DSC, MFR, and related techniques 

  • Execute non-standard tasks for exploratory R&D work and develop, validate, and transfer new test methods to the broader organization 

  • Maintain detailed, accurate data records across digital lab notebooks and work management systems (TSRs), ensuring accuracy and traceability 

  • Analyze data quantitatively and interpret results to draw sound technical conclusions 

  • Communicate results through reports; provide proactive updates, flag risks, and keep stakeholders informed across concurrent projects 

  • Collaborate with team members and coordinate across adjacent functions — Plastics Lab, Analytical, Regulatory, Shipping, Manufacturing, and Commercial — and cross-train with R&D peers to transfer knowledge and bridge role transitions 

QUALIFICATIONS – REQUIRED 

  • BS or MS in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Polymer Science, Material Science, or a related technical field — OR an Associate’s degree/high school diploma with ~5 years of relevant work experience in lieu of a degree 

  • Hands-on chemical/laboratory experience — safely handling and mixing chemicals, documenting experiments, and operating lab equipment 

  • Proficiency in the scientific method, critical thinking, and problem solving, with strong math/formulation aptitude 

  • Ability to follow SOPs and work independently as well as in a team, with strong organization and attention to detail while prioritizing multiple assignments 

  • Strong verbal and written communication skills 

  • Working knowledge of Copilot, Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint 

QUALIFICATIONS – PREFERRED 

  • 2+ years hands-on lab experience in a polymer, plastics, or chemical environment; background in the plastics/polymer industry 

  • Experience with plastics processing/testing equipment — twin-screw extruders, injection molding, single-screw extruders, dry-blending/compounding 

  • Method development/validation and statistical analysis (DOE, JMP or Minitab) 

  • Familiarity with SAP or other ERP systems 

  • LIMS or electronic lab notebook experience 

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Milliken is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, including but not limited to lactation), sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), ancestry, national origin, citizenship, age physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran or military status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

To request a reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, pre-employment testing, a job interview, or to otherwise participate in the hiring process, please contact TalentAcquisition@milliken.com.

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