Dental Laboratory Waxer & Finisher Technician | Denture Technician
Job Purpose
We are seeking an experienced Dental Laboratory Waxer & Finisher Technician to join our team. This position is responsible for the waxing, processing, finishing, and repair of dental prosthetics, with a primary focus on dentures.
The ideal candidate has hands-on experience in a denture laboratory, strong attention to detail, excellent hand-eye coordination, and the artistic and technical skills necessary to produce high-quality dental prosthetics.
Essential Functions
- Perform denture processing according to established laboratory procedures and quality standards.
- Complete accurate denture wax-ups.
- Perform festooning and carving of teeth to achieve natural-looking dental prosthetics.
- Perform rough and fine finishing of dentures and dental prosthetics.
- Complete denture repairs and relines.
- Trim and prepare denture models as needed.
- Inspect finished prosthetics for quality, accuracy, function, and aesthetics.
- Perform various dental laboratory duties to support timely completion of patient cases.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe dental laboratory workspace.
- Follow established laboratory procedures and OSHA safety protocols.
- Cross-train in other areas of the dental laboratory as needed.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Education Requirements
- High School Diploma or equivalent required.
Experience & Qualifications
- 1 year of experience trimming and pouring denture models required.
- Previous experience as a Denture Lab Technician performing waxing and denture processing duties preferred.
- Same-day denture experience preferred.
- Hands-on experience with denture wax-ups, festooning, tooth carving, processing, finishing, repairs, and relines.
- Confident and comfortable working with your hands.
- Excellent hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity.
- Strong mechanical and/or artistic ability.
- Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to quality.
- Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented dental laboratory environment.
- Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced dental laboratory while maintaining accuracy and quality.
- Highly organized with strong time-management skills.
- Understanding of OSHA protocols and willingness to cross-train in all areas of the dental laboratory.
What You'll Do as a Dental Lab Waxer & Finisher
As a Waxer and Finisher Technician, you will play an important role in the fabrication of high-quality dentures and dental prosthetics. Your technical skills and attention to detail will help ensure each case meets the required standards for fit, function, appearance, and patient satisfaction.
This position is an excellent opportunity for an experienced denture technician who enjoys hands-on laboratory work and wants to contribute to a collaborative, quality-focused dental laboratory team.
Schedule
- Full-time
- Monday through Friday
- Day shift during regular laboratory business hours
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