Dental Laboratory Ceramist (Builder)- IN PERSON

Expertec Dental Laboratory; Westland (MI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health, Dental & Vision Insurance

Paid time off & holidays

Continuing education & professional/技能

Job summary

Expertec Dental Laboratory in southeast Michigan is seeking a Dental Laboratory Ceramist (Builder) to fabricate a wide range of fixed restorations and appliances according to dentist prescriptions and lab protocols, delivering high-quality, functional, and esthetic results.

You will read prescriptions, fabricate and finish crowns, bridges, inlays/onlays, perform occlusal adjustments, and ensure proper fit and esthetics.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Formal dental technology training or equivalent on-the-job experience preferred.
• 3-5 years of experience in a dental lab.
• Knowledge of basic dental anatomy, occlusion, and restoration types.
• Ability to read and follow detailed technical instructions and prescriptions.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret dental prescriptions, work orders, and accompanying documentation
• Fabricate, adjust, and finish dental restorations and appliances, such as: Crowns, Bridges, Inlays/onlays
• Perform contouring, occlusal adjustment, and finishing/polishing of restorations
• Shade selection/verification and stain/glaze application as needed
• Check fit, contacts, occlusion, margins, and overall quality before finalizing cases
• Follow lab protocols, turnaround times, and productivity expectations
• Communicate with team members (case coordinators, designers, quality control, etc.) regarding case issues or clarifications
• Maintain a clean, organized work area and follow infection control and safety procedures
• Participate in training and stay current with new materials, techniques, and technologies

Skills

Manual dexterity

Hand-eye coordination

Communication & teamwork

Attention to detail

Read technical instructions

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Formal dental technology training or equivalent on-the-job experience

Job description

Position: Dental Laboratory Ceramist (Builder) - Part time or Full-Time Position

Welcome to Expertec - we're truly glad you're here. We are a family owned and operated business in southeast Michigan, and we've built this lab the same way since we opened our doors in 2000: one case at a time, with real care behind every piece that leaves our benches. When you join Expertec, you join that family. The work we do here is craftsmanship. Every crown, denture, implant restoration, and appliance we make is handmade for one specific patient - our team brings together more than 300 years of combined dental laboratory experience. We are known for anterior esthetics, implants, and complex cases, but it is our people who make the difference. To those of you who have been with us for years: thank you. Your steady hands and your pride in your work are the reason dentists trust us with their most difficult cases, and the reason many of our clients have been with us since the very beginning. Our hope is that you find genuine satisfaction in what you build here, and that you feel at home while you do it.

Summary

Responsible for fabricating a wide range of fixed and appliances according to dentist prescriptions and established laboratory protocols, ensuring high-quality, functional, and esthetic results.

Key Responsibilities

• Read and interpret dental prescriptions, work orders, and accompanying documentation
• Fabricate, adjust, and finish dental restorations and appliances, such as:
  • Crowns
  • Bridges
  • Inlays/onlays
• Perform contouring, occlusal adjustment, and finishing/polishing of restorations
• Shade selection/verification and stain/glaze application as needed
• Check fit, contacts, occlusion, margins, and overall quality before finalizing cases
• Follow lab protocols, turnaround times, and productivity expectations
• Communicate with team members (case coordinators, designers, quality control, etc.) regarding case issues or clarifications
• Maintain a clean, organized work area and follow infection control and safety procedures
• Participate in training and stay current with new materials, techniques, and technologies

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Formal dental technology training or equivalent on-the-job experience preferred
• 3-5 Year of experience
• Knowledge of basic dental anatomy, occlusion, and restoration types
• Previous dental lab experience (entry to mid-level; adjust as needed)
• Manual dexterity and strong hand-eye coordination
• Ability to read and follow detailed technical instructions and prescriptions
• Strong attention to detail, quality, and esthetics
• Good communication and teamwork skills

Competencies

• Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.
• Ethics - Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; Inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values.
• Interpersonal Skills - Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things.
• Judgment - Displays willingness to make decisions; Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; Supports and explains reasoning for decisions; Includes appropriate people in decision-making process; Makes timely decisions.
• Leadership - Exhibits confidence in self and others; Inspires and motivates others to perform well; Effectively influences actions and opinions of others; Accepts feedback from others; Gives appropriate recognition to others.
• Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed.

Benefits

• Competitive salary (based on experience)
• Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Paid time off and holidays
• Opportunities for continuing education and professional development