Skilled Dental Ceramist: Fixed Restorations & Esthetics

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

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.