Production Worker III
Listed on 2026-02-17
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Manufacturing / Production
Manufacturing Production, Machine Operator, Production Associate / Production Line
Bringing out the best in people
As advanced as dentistry is today, we are dedicated to making it even better. Our people have a passion for innovation and are committed to applying it to improve dental care. We live and breathe high performance, working as one global team, bringing out the best in each other for the benefit of dental patients, and the professionals who serve them.
If you want to grow and develop as a part of a team that is shaping an industry, then we’re looking for the best to join us.
- Develop faster - with our commitment to the best professional development.
- Perform better - as part of a high-performance, empowering culture.
- Shape an industry - with a market leader that continues to drive innovation.
- Make a difference -by helping improve oral health worldwide.
The Production Worker III is responsible for all duties assigned in the Production Worker I and II Job Description s.
This job function directly ☒ indirectly ☐ affects product quality.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES- Set up all equipment within department
- Install tools on machines as required
- Perform tool maintenance as required on equipment
- Adhere to production schedule
- Verify associated paperwork is filled out correctly
- Set up of all related production equipment in the molding department
- Follow all established company policies
- Communicate with operators, quality assurance and shift supervisor
- Follow all established health and safety policies
- Assist as necessary in department activities
Perform cleaning and maintenance activities - Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)
- Other duties as assigned by supervision or management
- Operate injection molding machines including open/close of clamp to hang molds
- Properly set and plumb molds in injection molding machines
- Possess mechanical ability to assemble/disassemble complex tooling
- Perform preventative maintenance on molds in between production runs
- Set molds in press according to production schedule
- Review mold set with unit lead to confirm mold is ready for production
- Log all mold hanging, removal and maintenance activities
- Must be proficient with use of small hand tools
- Perform measurement verification with all relevant Quality equipment
- Cross train on PW-II and PW-I job duties in the PHX department.
SKILLS and ABILITIES
- Minimum 2 years machine set up or equivalent experience
- Good mechanical aptitude
- Ability to complete tasks independently, communicate with employees and use time effectively
- Machine setup and operation experience in a production environment preferred
- Dependability and ability to adapt to change are essential
- Ability to read, write and communicate in English
- Ability to operate powered lift equipment (forklift, wave picker, hoists, etc.)
High School Diploma/GED preferred
ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTSLimited temperature fluctuations, air condition environment
Exposure to general manufacturing environment
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS- Routinely works in standing position
- Must be able to stand for at least 4 hours at a time
- Have normal eye/hand motor coordination and the ability to grasp and hold small objects
- Possess a normal extended reach
- Consistently uses manual dexterity
- Have the ability to determine color acuity
- Must be able to transport, lift and demonstrate materials, product and equipment weighing up to 50 lbs.
This job description indicates in general the nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, abilities and other essential functions (as covered under the Americans with Disabilities Act as Amended) expected of an incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of an incumbent. An incumbent may be asked to perform other duties as required.
Further, I understand that my employment is at will, so that both DENTSPLY SIRONA and I remain free to choose to end our work relationship at any time, with or without cause, and with or without prior notice. I understand that my employment is for no definite period and that nothing in this job description in any…
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