Crown & Bridge Manager – Dental Laboratory:
A well-established dental laboratory is seeking an experienced Crown & Bridge Manager to join its fixed department and help oversee daily technical production, quality standards, and case flow.
This is a hands-on leadership role for a strong C&B technician who is comfortable working independently, assisting team members, and ensuring restorations meet high-quality standards.
Key Responsibilities:
The Crown & Bridge Manager will be responsible for reviewing lab slips and prescriptions, understanding case requirements, and ensuring work is completed accurately and efficiently.
Responsibilities include:
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Stain and glaze full-contour zirconia, All-on-X cases with MIYO, layered zirconia, and E.max.
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Fit and seat full-contour, substructure, and porcelain-to-zirconia restorations.
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Review restorations to ensure proper design, fit, margins, and contacts.
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Repair margins and add contacts when needed.
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Work with shades and assist with custom shade matching when required.
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Trim dies and create reduction copings.
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Reduce preps and opposing models as needed.
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Cut back, add porcelain, and contour anterior and posterior cases.
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Perform custom hybrid abutment cementation and bonding.
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Maintain a clean workspace and properly care for lab equipment.
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Communicate supply needs and equipment issues to management.
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Assist and support department employees when needed.
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Help cross-train team members on day-to-day technical duties.
Qualifications:
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Strong experience in Crown & Bridge dental laboratory work.
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Knowledge of dental anatomy, terminology, shades, and fixed restorations.
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Experience with zirconia, E.max, porcelain, and stain/glaze workflows.
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Ability to read and understand prescriptions, work tickets, and lab slips.
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Familiarity with all phases of Crown & Bridge.
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Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
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Strong problem-solving skills and ability to consult on cases.
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Willingness to assist and support other team members.
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CDT certification is preferred but not required.
Ideal Candidate:
The ideal candidate is a skilled Crown & Bridge technician with leadership ability, strong attention to detail, and a commitment to quality. This person should be comfortable working hands-on at the bench while also supporting the team, maintaining workflow, and helping ensure consistent technical standards.
Position Highlights:
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Leadership opportunity within a fixed department.
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Hands-on technical role with quality-focused responsibilities.
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Opportunity to work on advanced Crown & Bridge and implant-related cases.
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Stable dental laboratory environment.
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CDT preferred but not required.
To learn more, please send your resume and a brief summary of your Crown & Bridge experience.
