Designer Apprentice

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret prescriptions (RX), work orders, and special instructions for designs.
• Demonstrate proficiency in dental anatomy and terminology.
• Design at least two major product groups.
• Meet tight deadlines while consistently producing a quality device.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities: None.

Qualifications

• Ability to follow instructions accurately.
• Commitment to producing high‑quality work and applying feedback for improvement.
• Capacity to work long hours when necessary to achieve goals and meet deadlines.

Competencies

• Planning/Organization: Prioritizes and plans work activities; uses time efficiently; plans for additional resources; sets goals and objectives; organizes or schedules others; develops realistic action plans.
• Communications: Expresses ideas verbally and in writing; listens and comprehends effectively; keeps others informed; selects appropriate communication methods.
• Quality: Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; promotes quality; applies manager or quality feedback to improve performance; monitors own work to ensure quality.
• Dependability: Follows work instructions and management direction; takes responsibility for actions; keeps commitments; works long hours when needed; completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate persons with an alternate plan.
• Organizational Support: Follows policies and procedures; completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; supports organizational goals and values; contributes to affirmative action and respects diversity.