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Envista

Global dental products & technologies provider

CNC Operator Trainee

Precision Machining & ToolmakingConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeMahwah, NJ, USAIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • A GED, high school diploma, or equivalent work experience is required.
  • Must be reliable and punctual and able to work assigned shifts based on production and business needs.
  • Must be willing to work overtime and company-observed holidays as required.
  • Intermediate computer skills with standard PC software, including Microsoft Office and internet-based applications, are required.
  • Ability to communicate effectively in English, including reading, writing, and verbal communication, is required.
  • Ability to follow written work instructions, safety procedures, and quality standards is required.
  • Must be able to learn basic CNC programming concepts, machine operations, and tooling requirements relevant to the role.
  • Must be able to learn to safely operate production machinery and equipment after training.
  • Must be able to learn to identify defective, worn, or damaged tools and take appropriate action under established procedures.
  • Must be able to learn to load, unload, stock, and replace tools independently while following quality and safety standards.
  • Must be able to operate and monitor multiple machines simultaneously.
  • Must have 20/20 vision with or without aid, be able to lift 25 pounds, sit, stand, walk, bend, and reach for eight hours, and see through and operate a microscope.

Responsibilities

  • Produce individualized dental prosthetic products while following the company’s CIRCLe values and treating employees, customers, and vendors respectfully and ethically.
  • Operate and maintain equipment for milling and/or additive manufacturing, finishing, and detailing restorative dental products with support from more experienced operators. This includes machine operation and cleaning, use of secondary equipment, in-process inspections using manual and automated equipment and visual inspection with a microscope, batching and mixing ceramic materials, and setting or presetting tools when required.
  • Follow Standard Operating Procedures, Good Manufacturing Practices, and Standard Work to produce restorative dental products, maintain machines at production levels, and adhere to safety standards.
  • Install and adjust milling tools and change operations for different products according to established procedures.
  • Observe machine operation to verify setting accuracy and detect malfunctions.
  • Inspect tools for wear, damage, or defects; replace them or escalate issues as needed to maintain quality and operational efficiency.
  • Inspect and test work pieces during production, perform visual and functional in-process quality-control inspections against quality and product specifications, use hand measuring tools and a Zeiss Coordinate Measuring Machine, and report results to more senior CNC operators or Quality Assurance as needed.
  • Perform daily, weekly, and monthly Total Productive Maintenance tasks according to procedures and escalate equipment issues as appropriate.
  • Operate secondary equipment required within the product line or manufacturing cell, including parts washers, microscopes, batch ovens, coordinate measuring machines, rotary tools, micrometers, presses, and mixers.
  • Meet daily production objectives and on-time delivery by completing tasks and inspections.
  • Maintain safety policies and procedures, including 5S initiatives, housekeeping, and required personal protective equipment such as safety glasses and safety shoes.
  • Help identify workplace safety hazards and correct or escalate them for correction.
  • Train across production lines and work cells, and rotate into assigned areas after cross-training.
  • Attend and participate in Daily Management, Safety Committees, and training as required.

Desired Qualifications

  • Coursework, certification, or training in CNC programming and/or computer-aided design/computer-aided manufacturing is preferred.
  • Familiarity with basic CNC programming concepts and code is preferred.
  • General knowledge of machining tools and accessories, including tool holders, cutting tools, boring bars, fixtures, and inserts, is preferred.
  • Awareness of workplace safety practices and hazardous material regulations, including Occupational Safety and Health Administration requirements, is preferred.
  • Understanding of blueprint reading and geometric tolerance interpretation is a plus.
  • Transferable skills, related technical experience, or demonstrated mechanical aptitude are welcome; training will be provided.
  • One to two years of experience in a high-precision manufacturing environment, such as die making, pharmaceutical production, medical device, aerospace, or automotive industries, is preferred.

About the Company

Envista

Global dental products & technologies provider

Envista provides a broad range of dental products and solutions to dental professionals, spanning implants, prosthetics, orthodontics, imaging, endodontics, restorative materials, and infection prevention. Its products work by serving dentists through a two-segment model: Specialty Products & Technologies (brands like Nobel Biocare, Ormco, Damon System, Spark) and Equipment & Consumables (brands like Kerr, DEXIS, Metrex) sold via direct sales and distributors to offices, clinics, hospitals, and labs, enabling end-to-end workflows from planning and imaging to treatment and infection control. Envista differentiates itself with a large, globally distributed portfolio and established brands that cover roughly 90% of a dentist’s clinical needs, supporting DSOs and independent practices alike. The company aims to be a leading independent global provider of dental products and digital dentistry tools, expanding geographic reach and integrated solutions for dental care.

Company size
1,001-5,000
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Brea, CA
Founded
2004

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