Dental Laboratory Ceramist

i4 Dental Lab; Livonia (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Continuing education

Job summary

i4 Dental Lab in Livonia, MI is seeking a skilled Dental Laboratory Ceramist to craft high-quality, functional dental restorations such as crowns and bridges from dentist prescriptions.

You will read orders, build and finish restorations, match shades, check fit and occlusion, and ensure deadlines and quality standards are met. Strong hand-eye coordination, attention to detail and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• Read dentist work orders and prescriptions accurately.
• Build, shape, and finish crowns, bridges, and inlays.
• Match shades, apply stains and glazes, and polish restorations.
• Check fit, bite (occlusion), and contacts before finishing cases.
• Meet lab deadlines and maintain quality standards.
• Communicate clearly with team about case details.
• Keep workspace clean and follow safety rules.
• Learn new techniques and materials as the lab grows.

Responsibilities

• Read and follow dentist work orders and prescriptions.
• Build, shape and finish crowns, bridges, and inlays.
• Match shades, apply stains and glazes, and polish restorations.
• Check fit, bite (occlusion), and contacts before finishing cases.
• Meet lab deadlines and quality standards.
• Communicate case details with team.
• Maintain a clean workspace and follow safety rules.
• Learn new techniques and materials as the lab grows.

Skills

Hand-eye coordination

Manual dexterity

Attention to detail

Artistic skill

Teamwork

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Formal dental technology training or hands-on lab experience

Job description

About the Role

We are looking for a skilled Dental Laboratory Ceramist to join our team. You will craft high-quality, beautiful, and functional dental restorations like crowns and bridges based on dentist prescriptions.

What You Will Do

• Read and follow dentist work orders and prescriptions.
• Build, shape, and finish crowns, bridges, and inlays.
• Match shades, apply stains and glazes, and polish restorations.
• Check the fit, bite (occlusion), and contacts before finishing cases.
• Meet lab deadlines and quality standards.
• Communicate with team members about case details.
• Keep your workspace clean and follow safety rules.
• Learn new techniques and materials as the lab grows.

What You Need

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Formal dental technology training or hands-on lab experience.
• 3 to 5 years of relevant experience.
• Good hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity.
• Strong attention to detail and artistic skill.
• Good teamwork and communication skills.

Our Core Work Values

• Dependability: You show up, keep commitments, and meet deadlines.
• Ethics: You work with honesty, respect, and integrity.
• Teamwork: You support your coworkers and build a positive workplace.
• Judgment and Leadership: You make smart choices and help others succeed.

What We Offer

• Competitive pay based on your experience.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Chances to grow your skills with continuing education.