3D Printing Technician

JB Dental Lab, a leading dental laboratory in Tempe, Arizona, is seeking a skilled and motivated 3D Dental Printing Technician to join our innovative team. As a key member of our lab, you will be responsible for the resin 3D printing of various dental appliances, including night guards, dentures, crowns, and other dental prosthetics. If you are passionate about dental technology, possess strong attention to detail, and thrive in a collaborative environment, we encourage you to apply. This is an IN-PERSON position, and only local candidates will be considered. This position is NOT remote or hybrid.

Responsibilities:

3D Printing Technician:

- Operate all 3D printers and associated equipment

- Perform and log basic maintenance tasks on printers (cleaning, lubricating rails, leveling, film changes)

- Perform and basic calibration tasks on printers and log results for QMS tracking (leveling, shrinkage calibration)

- Clean production area & equipment as needed

- Swap and replace production consumables as needed to ensure quality production (alcohol, resin, printer consumables)

Safely handle and dispose of resins and waste products associated with the production process according to SDS info and regulations:

- Follow instructions on work tickets and Rx forms to ensure quality product

- Track case production information by scanning cases and entering data into QMS logs

- Operate CAM/slicing software to prepare jobs for printers

- Understand relevant dental/down & upstream production tasks to aid production

Know how to support, arrange, hollow, orient, and otherwise manipulate STL models in CAM/slicing software to ensure optimal printing:

- Inform the Printing Manager of supplies/equipment that need to be ordered

- Safely take down print jobs and remove them from build plates without injuring the parts or yourself

Closely follow post-processing instructions for various resins to ensure parts are both cleaned and cured completely before sending the case out of the department:

- Bring complicated/biocompatible cases to 3D Printing Manager for QC before or after production as appropriate

- Bring completed cases to their next area of production

- Stock common supplies in the printing production area as needed

- Pick up case pans ready for 3D printing in a timely manner

- Inform the 3D Printing Manager and front desk staff when cases will be delayed

Recognize common CAD issues and problems in STLs and work with CAD team/3D Printing manager to resolve:

- Check STL files and print jobs for errors before starting production

- Know how to use measuring equipment (digital calipers, micrometer) and record accurate results

- Troubleshoot printing failures and reach out to the 3D Printing Manager for assistance as needed

- Upload all print job log files to web service designated by the 3D Printing Manager as jobs are completed for tracking and accountability

Know how to post-process 3D-printed parts to remove surface blemishes and support spurs when needed:

- Coordinate with other departments to complete cases/requests as needed

- Assist the 3D Printing Manager with other relevant tasks at the Manager's discretion