Who We Are Excel Orthodontics, Inc is a family-owned company with decades of experience dedicated to crafting high-quality orthodontic appliances that serve dental professionals across the nation. Operating from Portland, Oregon and Seattle, Washington, we pride ourselves on combining advanced technology with skilled craftsmanship to deliver precision, durability, and esthetic excellence in every product. Our culture is rooted in collaboration, creativity, and continuous learning, where team members enjoy a supportive environment that values both individual artistry and collective success. As a Wire Bender Technician at Excel Orthodontics, you will be part of a close-knit team that takes pride in creating solutions that enhance patients’ smiles and overall health. What You'll Do Interpret detailed prescriptions and specifications from orthodontists to accurately shape and bend wire components essential for orthodontic appliances. This requires careful attention to detail to ensure each piece meets exact clinical requirements. Use specialized hand tools to craft and assemble small wire parts with precision, maintaining strict adherence to quality and tolerance standards. Your craftsmanship will directly impact the fit and function of each appliance. Collaborate closely with experienced technicians during your training period, working side by side to develop your skills while asking questions and applying feedback to improve your technique. This hands-on approach helps you gain confidence and independence. Conduct thorough inspections of your work before it moves to final quality control, making any necessary adjustments to ensure every appliance meets clinical expectations and contributes to superior patient care. Maintain an organized and efficient workstation that supports smooth production flow and helps meet scheduled deadlines. Keeping your area tidy promotes safety and productivity for both you and your teammates. Embrace ongoing learning opportunities to refine your wire bending skills and adapt to new fabrication techniques, demonstrating a commitment to continuous improvement in this specialized craft. What You'll Bring If you’ve ever enjoyed hobbies or work involving fine motor skills such as jewelry making, model building, fly-tying, soldering small wires, or wire sculpture, you may find this role a great fit. These transferable skills help you excel in the precise, detail-oriented work of a Wire Bender Technician. You bring mechanical aptitude and patience, with a steady hand and the ability to work meticulously with small components following detailed instructions. Your craftsmanship will shine as you create appliances that meet high standards. Reliability and punctuality are strengths you demonstrate consistently, showing up ready to contribute and meet production schedules. You understand the importance of accountability in a team environment where every role matters. You are coachable and curious, willing to ask questions and eager to apply feedback quickly to improve your performance. This openness to learning is essential as you grow your skills through on-the-job training. Flexibility to work overtime during busy seasons is something you embrace, recognizing that meeting deadlines and supporting your team are key to success in this role. You maintain an organized and efficient workspace, understanding that a tidy environment supports quality and productivity. This habit helps you and your colleagues work smoothly together. An artistic inclination or creativity enhances your technical craftsmanship, allowing you to approach your work with both precision and a sense of pride in the finished product. While prior orthodontic or dental lab experience is not required, your willingness to learn and adapt quickly will help you thrive as a Wire Bender Technician at Excel Orthodontics. Why Join Us At Excel Orthodontics, you will join a smaller, family-owned business where your craftsmanship truly makes a difference in patients’ lives by helping create appliances that improve smiles and confidence. We offer comprehensive benefits including health, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with matching contributions, paid time off, and disability coverage, supporting your well-being both on and off the job. Our team environment is collaborative and supportive, with opportunities for hands-on training and growth from within, making this an ideal place to develop a rewarding career in a specialized, niche field. Many of our Wire Bender Technicians find long-term fulfillment here, enjoying the balance of creative work, steady schedules, and the satisfaction of contributing to meaningful outcomes.
Who We Are Excel Orthodontics, Inc is a family-owned company with decades of experience dedicated to crafting high-quality orthodontic appliances that serve dental professionals across the nation. Operating from Portland, Oregon and Seattle, Washington, we pride ourselves on combining advanced technology with skilled craftsmanship to deliver precision, durability, and esthetic excellence in every product. Our culture is rooted in collaboration, creativity, and continuous learning, where team members enjoy a supportive environment that values both individual artistry and collective success. As a Wire Bender Technician at Excel Orthodontics, you will be part of a close-knit team that takes pride in creating solutions that enhance patients’ smiles and overall health. What You'll Do Interpret detailed prescriptions and specifications from orthodontists to accurately shape and bend wire components essential for orthodontic appliances. This requires careful attention to detail to ensure each piece meets exact clinical requirements. Use specialized hand tools to craft and assemble small wire parts with precision, maintaining strict adherence to quality and tolerance standards. Your craftsmanship will directly impact the fit and function of each appliance. Collaborate closely with experienced technicians during your training period, working side by side to develop your skills while asking questions and applying feedback to improve your technique. This hands-on approach helps you gain confidence and independence. Conduct thorough inspections of your work before it moves to final quality control, making any necessary adjustments to ensure every appliance meets clinical expectations and contributes to superior patient care. Maintain an organized and efficient workstation that supports smooth production flow and helps meet scheduled deadlines. Keeping your area tidy promotes safety and productivity for both you and your teammates. Embrace ongoing learning opportunities to refine your wire bending skills and adapt to new fabrication techniques, demonstrating a commitment to continuous improvement in this specialized craft. What You'll Bring If you’ve ever enjoyed hobbies or work involving fine motor skills such as jewelry making, model building, fly-tying, soldering small wires, or wire sculpture, you may find this role a great fit. These transferable skills help you excel in the precise, detail-oriented work of a Wire Bender Technician. You bring mechanical aptitude and patience, with a steady hand and the ability to work meticulously with small components following detailed instructions. Your craftsmanship will shine as you create appliances that meet high standards. Reliability and punctuality are strengths you demonstrate consistently, showing up ready to contribute and meet production schedules. You understand the importance of accountability in a team environment where every role matters. You are coachable and curious, willing to ask questions and eager to apply feedback quickly to improve your performance. This openness to learning is essential as you grow your skills through on-the-job training. Flexibility to work overtime during busy seasons is something you embrace, recognizing that meeting deadlines and supporting your team are key to success in this role. You maintain an organized and efficient workspace, understanding that a tidy environment supports quality and productivity. This habit helps you and your colleagues work smoothly together. An artistic inclination or creativity enhances your technical craftsmanship, allowing you to approach your work with both precision and a sense of pride in the finished product. While prior orthodontic or dental lab experience is not required, your willingness to learn and adapt quickly will help you thrive as a Wire Bender Technician at Excel Orthodontics. Why Join Us At Excel Orthodontics, you will join a smaller, family-owned business where your craftsmanship truly makes a difference in patients’ lives by helping create appliances that improve smiles and confidence. We offer comprehensive benefits including health, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with matching contributions, paid time off, and disability coverage, supporting your well-being both on and off the job. Our team environment is collaborative and supportive, with opportunities for hands-on training and growth from within, making this an ideal place to develop a rewarding career in a specialized, niche field. Many of our Wire Bender Technicians find long-term fulfillment here, enjoying the balance of creative work, steady schedules, and the satisfaction of contributing to meaningful outcomes.
