Manufacturing Technician - Multiple Openings and Levels

About the role

LightForce is a leading digital transformation company in orthodontics, offering a fully digital, 3D-printed orthodontic platform that enhances practice efficiency and clinical outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and monitor manufacturing equipment to build products and prepare them for worldwide shipment
• Follow specifications, job orders, work instructions, and quality procedures to produce specific products in compliance with the quality system
• Maintain product traceability throughout the manufacturing process
• Become fully trained and follow all safety procedures for equipment operation and use
• Inspect products and set up manufacturing equipment
• Inspect incoming materials as per inspection procedures as needed
• Inspect materials, products, and equipment to detect defects or malfunctions
• Routinely route product samples for quality control inspection according to procedure
• Ensure that equipment operations conform to production or process standards
• Support the training or cross-training of new operators in the work area
• Contribute to safety and quality system improvement programs
• Maintain a clean and organized work area and properly dispose of waste materials
• Comply with all Company policies including safety, operating procedures, quality, attendance, and proper on-the-job conduct

Qualifications

• Associate or Bachelor's Degree in manufacturing or related field preferred but not required
• Experience in professional-level manufacturing is a plus
• Experience in 3D printing is a plus
• Basic computer knowledge, including using Microsoft Office Suite and Google Suite
• Acknowledge of the importance of documentation and data traceability
• Familiarity with executing Standard Operating Procedures in a manufacturing or assembly environment
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment
• Ability to work safely and conscientiously in a manufacturing environment
• Excellent written and oral communication skills and a passion for learning
• Basic proficiency speaking and understanding English

Physical Demands

The physical demands here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The employee must be able to:

• Ability to lift up to 20 pounds
• Ability to reach and manipulate controls on equipment
• Perform work activities with production chemicals, adhesives, and epoxies, using required personal protective equipment
• Ability to view and reliably identify small (< 1 mm), low-contrast features on parts/components
• Requires physical activity such as standing for long periods of time, walking, and working with hands

Perks

• PTO/Paid Holidays
• Medical, Dental, and Vision plans
• 401k Retirement plan
• Fringe benefits
• Paid parental leave
• Workplace perks such as food/coffee

Benefits

• Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer
• Committed to building a diverse and inclusive company
• Commitment to finding the BEST candidate for the job
• No lie detector tests as a condition of employment or continued employment