Master Ceramist — Precision Porcelain Restorations

Catalis Dental Lab Partners; Palm Bay (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental plan

Vision plan

401k match

Paid time off

Job summary

Midwest Dental Arts, Palm Bay, FL, is seeking a Master Ceramist to craft high-quality porcelain restorations and ensure precise fit and esthetics for patient cases. You will layer porcelain on crowns, bridges, veneers, and implants, while maintaining attention to detail and collaboration with designers and finishers.

The role emphasizes accuracy, stain/glaze characterization, and adherence to lab protocols, with opportunities for training and development in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of dental lab experience in ceramics preferred; hybrid or implant experience a plus.
• Ability to provide images/examples of work to showcase skill set.
• Strong manual dexterity, eye for detail, and esthetic sensibility; ability to match shade guides accurately.
• Understanding of tooth anatomy, porcelain layering, staining, glazing, and occlusal concepts.
• Proficiency in using ceramic ovens, brushes, rotary tools, and magnification devices.
• Team-oriented, reliable, able to manage time effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Dental Laboratory Technology certification or equivalent training/experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Build and layer porcelain on crowns, bridges, veneers, and implant-supported restorations according to prescription, design specifications, and esthetic requirements.
• Characterize restorations with stains, glazes, and surface textures to match patient-specific shading, translucency, and anatomical features.
• Examine cases throughout the process to ensure optimal fit, occlusion, contacts, and esthetic appeal before finalization.
• Accurately review work orders, case notes, digital designs, and prescriptions to align with clinical expectations and lab protocols.
• Communicate effectively with digital designers, hybrid finishers, and customer service to clarify case needs, resolve issues, and ensure timely completion.
• Assist in the training and development of other technicians as needed
• Operate and maintain ceramic ovens, hand tools, and other related equipment in accordance with safety and maintenance protocols.
• Stay informed on new techniques, materials, and industry advancements; contribute to team-based learning and skill sharing.

Skills

Ceramics

Detail orientation

Manual dexterity

Shade matching

Team collaboration

Education

Dental Lab Certification

Tools

Ceramic ovens

Hand tools

Magnification devices

Job description

Midwest Dental Arts, Palm Bay, FL, is seeking a Master Ceramist to craft high-quality porcelain restorations and ensure precise fit and esthetics for patient cases. You will layer porcelain on crowns, bridges, veneers, and implants, while maintaining attention to detail and collaboration with designers and finishers.

The role emphasizes accuracy, stain/glaze characterization, and adherence to lab protocols, with opportunities for training and development in a fast-paced environment.