About LightForce

LightForce is leading the digital transformation of orthodontics and redefining the standard of care for patients. Our fully digital, 3D-printed orthodontic platform increases practice efficiency, improves clinical consistency, and enables more predictable treatment outcomes.Unlike traditional stock brackets, LightForce delivers fully customized, patient-specific brackets paired with AI-driven treatment planning—optimizing outcomes at scale. With recent advancements unlocking the next phase of digital orthodontics, LightForce continues to push the boundaries of what’s possible in personalized care. Learn more at www.lf.co

Description 

As a Manufacturing Technician at LightForce, you will be an active member of a fast-growing start-up at the forefront of digital manufacturing. You will be responsible for maintaining the daily manufacturing operations of our orthodontic appliance production line. You will work closely with hardware engineers, dental planners, and management to ensure that the right products get to the right people on time, all while meeting the highest quality standards. This position will report to the Manufacturing Project Manager. 

All shift hours are available.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities 

• Set up, operate, and monitor manufacturing equipment performing tasks required to build the product and prepare it for shipment worldwide
• Follow specifications, job orders, work instructions, and quality procedures to produce specific products in accordance with our quality system
• Maintain product traceability throughout the manufacturing process
• Become fully trained, and follow all safety procedures for the operation and use of equipment
• Inspect product; set up and operate manufacturing equipment
• Inspect incoming materials as per inspection procedures as needed
• Inspect materials, products, and equipment to detect defects or malfunctions
• 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 operators that are new to the work area
• Contribute actively to safety and quality system improvement programs
• Maintain a clean and organized work area, and assure proper disposal of waste materials
• Comply with all Company policies including safety, operating procedures, quality, attendance, and proper on-the-job conduct

Education and Experience 

• Associate or Bachelor's Degree in manufacturing or related field is preferred but not required 
• Experience in professional-level manufacturing is a plus 
• Experience in 3D printing is a plus

Required Qualifications 

• Basic computer knowledge, such as using Microsoft Office Suite and Google Suite 
• Must demonstrate acute attention to detail and organizational skills 
• Critical understanding of the importance of documentation and data traceability 
• Familiarity with executing Standard Operating Procedures in a manufacturing or assembly environment
• Must be able to work well independently and in a team environment 
• Must have the ability to work safely and conscientiously in a manufacturing environment 
• Excellent written and oral communication skills as well as 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. 

• 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

We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive company and we are most interested in finding the BEST candidate for the job. We would strongly encourage you to apply, even if you don't believe you meet every one of the preferred qualifications described.

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liabilities.

LightForce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, disability, Protected Veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

About LightForce

LightForce is leading the digital transformation of orthodontics and redefining the standard of care for patients. Our fully digital, 3D-printed orthodontic platform increases practice efficiency, improves clinical consistency, and enables more predictable treatment outcomes.Unlike traditional stock brackets, LightForce delivers fully customized, patient-specific brackets paired with AI-driven treatment planning—optimizing outcomes at scale. With recent advancements unlocking the next phase of digital orthodontics, LightForce continues to push the boundaries of what’s possible in personalized care. Learn more at www.lf.co

Description 

We are looking for a Maintenance Technician to join our Physical Manufacturing Team at LightForce Orthodontics. You will be part of a small team and find that your day-to-day tasks actively contribute to our company’s success. Our ideal teammate communicates effectively, is process and data-driven, works well under pressure, and is eager to learn. The Maintenance Technician shares responsibility for the organization’s success by providing top quality service consistent with LightForce’s mission, ensuring preventative and corrective maintenance is completed on production assets. You will become a subject matter expert on our production equipment, maintenance, allowing you to drive toward continuous uptime of the manufacturing process. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities 

• Execute preventative maintenance in accordance with equipment PM schedules. 
• Document maintenance activities in the electronic facility log. 
• Maintain tooling, equipment, and logs to assure production readiness. 
• Perform daily maintenance rounds, recording and correcting potential issues as they arise. 
• Drive improvements to quality, process, and productivity.
• Ensure all processes comply with safety and quality standards. 
• Employ 5S and lean manufacturing techniques. 
• Ensure GMPs and SOPs are updated as process improvements/changes are released to production. 
• Ensure that the best solutions (processes, machines, tools) are being employed within our production line.
• Perform process workflow simulations, risk assessments, and process change validation documentation. 
• Continuously evaluate equipment and processes to ensure high efficiency and quality.
• Ability to design and test jigs and other manufacturing aids to support productivity and performance metrics. 
• Support production team by troubleshooting issues. 

Education and Experience

• Associate or Bachelor's Degree in manufacturing or related field is preferred but not required. Equivalent professional experience will be considered. 
• Certificate of training in mechanical or electronics is preferred but not required.
• Experience in a professional-level manufacturing environment is a plus.
• Experience working in a startup environment is a plus. 
• Experience with additive manufacturing is a plus.

Required Qualifications

• Basic computer knowledge, such as using Microsoft Office Suite and Google Suite
• Must demonstrate acute attention to detail and organizational skills 
• Critical understanding of the importance of documentation and data traceability
• Familiarity and knowledge of executing Standard Operating Procedures in a manufacturing or assembly environment 
• Must be able to work well independently and with cross functional teams (production, engineering, and R&D)
• Must have the ability to work safely and conscientiously in a manufacturing environment
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Self-motivated, data-driven, eager to learn, excellent organizational skills, comfortable working in a fast-paced environment 
• Analytical thinker with the ability to assess and navigate risks, perform failure and root cause analysis, and develop design of experiments. 
• Must be okay with on-call availability

Physical Demands 

• Ability to lift up to 30 pounds 
• Frequent standing, walking, bending, reaching, hand, and finger manipulation.
• Occasional stooping and crouching. 
• Perform work activities with production chemicals, adhesives and epoxies, using required personal protective equipment  

Perks and Benefits

• 10 paid holidays per year
• Generous premium coverage for medical, dental, and vision plans
• Group plan voluntary life insurance
• Fringe benefits
• 401k retirement plan
• Paid parental leave
• Workplace perks such as food/coffee

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liabilities.

LightForce Orthodontics is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, disability, Protected Veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

About LightForce Orthodontics

LightForce is leading the digital transformation of orthodontics and redefining the standard of care for patients. Our fully digital, 3D-printed orthodontic platform increases practice efficiency, improves clinical consistency, and enables more predictable treatment outcomes. Unlike traditional stock brackets, LightForce delivers fully customized, patient-specific brackets paired with AI-driven treatment planning—optimizing outcomes at scale. With recent advancements unlocking the next phase of digital orthodontics, LightForce continues to push the boundaries of what’s possible in personalized care. Learn more at www.lf.co

Description

As the senior technical resource on the maintenance team, the Maintenance Technician III carries full accountability for maintenance program integrity across all shifts. This includes ownership of the calibration program, hazardous waste compliance program, and PM quality standards. This role performs complex diagnosis and repair of furnace systems, compressed air infrastructure, calibrated instrumentation, and facility electrical systems with minimal supervision. The Maintenance Technician III is the first responder to equipment issues, the driver of reliability improvements, and the formal trainer and mentor for Maintenance Technician I and II personnel. This position reports to the Maintenance Supervisor

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Lead diagnosis and repair of complex furnace system failures including electrical, thermocouple, atmosphere control, and high-temperature mechanical components
• Assist in ownership of calibration program. Develop and maintain calibration schedules, perform calibrations, audit documentation, and ensure traceability across all process equipment
• Serve as technical resource for compressed air system health including predictive monitoring, major overhauls, system efficiency assessment, and vendor coordination
• Maintain hazardous waste compliance program. Oversee container labeling, accumulation timelines, inspection logs, full MassDEP and RCRA regulatory adherence, and ensure team compliance with all LOTO and confined space entry procedures across all shifts
• Review, author, and continuously improve PM task lists in CMMS. Validate work order completion quality, close documentation gaps, and maintain accurate records to support management reporting on asset health, downtime, and PM completion rates
• Perform advanced electrical troubleshooting and repair including panel level work, VFDs, PLCs, 3-phase systems, and control system modifications up to 480V
• Serve as first responder to equipment issues. Make independent decisions on repair strategy, equipment disposition, and when to engage vendors or engineering
• Provide formal on-the-job training and mentorship to Maintenance Technician I and II personnel. Maintain training records and serve as a Qualified Trainer for the team
• Participate in new equipment installations and commissioning activities. Support engineering with facility infrastructure modifications
• Serve as the primary maintenance point of contact for additive manufacturing and production operations teams. Own the resolution of equipment specific issues affecting the printing process including compressed air systems, environmental controls, and production support infrastructure
• Help lead root cause investigations for recurring failures, document findings in CMMS, assign corrective actions, and verify effectiveness to prevent recurrence
• Help enforce SOP compliance, verify documentation completeness, and escalate performance issues to the Maintenance Supervisor

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or GED required; associate’s degree in engineering technology, Industrial Maintenance, or a related technical field is strongly preferred
• Completion of a state-accredited journeyman or technical school program, or equivalent formal training with demonstrated field proficiency, strongly preferred
• 5+ or more years of industrial maintenance experience in a manufacturing or precision production environment
• Demonstrated advancement in responsibility over career, including ownership of maintenance programs or systems, not simply execution of assigned tasks

Technical Skills and Knowledge

• Expertise in industrial furnace systems including atmosphere control, electrical systems, thermocouple installation and calibration, and high-temperature mechanical maintenance
• Advanced knowledge of compressed air systems including system design, leak detection, efficiency analysis, and complete overhauls
• Familiarity with instrument calibration, NIST traceability documentation, calibration scheduling, and recordkeeping
• Ability to read and modify schematics, work at the panel level, troubleshoot PLCs and VFDs, and diagnose 3-phase systems
• Strong CMMS proficiency including PM task creation, work order management, failure code analysis, and maintenance reporting
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, P&IDs, electrical schematics, and equipment manuals Familiarity with SOP development and standard work documentation

Preferred Qualifications

• Licensed Electrician or equivalent formal electrical certification
• PLC programming or advanced controls troubleshooting experience (Allen Bradley, Siemens, or equivalent)
• Experience in a regulated manufacturing environment such as GMP, ISO, aerospace, or medical device manufacturing
• Knowledge of RCRA hazardous waste requirements and MassDEP state-specific regulations
• Exposure to additive manufacturing or similar precision production technology
• Experience managing or directing outside service vendors and contractors
• Forklift, crane, or aerial lift operator certification

Physical Demands

• Ability to stand, walk, and perform physical labor for the duration of an assigned shift
• Ability to lift and carry up to 30 lbs
• Ability to work in varied conditions including heat, noise, and exposure to chemicals or airborne particulates
• Ability to work with appropriate training, certification, and PPE

Perks

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

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liabilities.

LightForce Orthodontics is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, disability, Protected Veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

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About LightForce

LightForce is leading the digital transformation of orthodontics and redefining the standard of care for patients. Our fully digital, 3D-printed orthodontic platform increases practice efficiency, improves clinical consistency, and enables more predictable treatment outcomes.Unlike traditional stock brackets, LightForce delivers fully customized, patient-specific brackets paired with AI-driven treatment planning—optimizing outcomes at scale. With recent advancements unlocking the next phase of digital orthodontics, LightForce continues to push the boundaries of what’s possible in personalized care. Learn more at www.lf.co

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Roles at LightForce may be:

• Full-time (exempt or non-exempt)
• Based in Wilmington, MA, Canada, or Costa Rica
• Hybrid or Remote, depending on the position

Perks & Benefits

• 10 paid holidays per year
• Unlimited PTO for salaried positions
• Medical, dental, and vision plans with generous premium coverage
• Group plan voluntary life insurance
• Fringe benefits
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid parental leave
• Workplace perks such as free food and coffee

LightForce Orthodontics is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, disability, Protected Veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

Massachusetts Applicants:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. Violations may result in criminal and civil penalties.