Dental Cosmetic Ceramist

Dental CeramistA growing, high-quality boutique dental laboratory located approximately 50 minutes northwest of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is seeking an experienced Dental Ceramist to join its team. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented ceramist who takes pride in producing highly esthetic, precise restorative work and wants to be part of a collaborative, quality-focused lab environment. The right candidate will have a strong eye for detail, consistency, and function, and will be committed to delivering the level of craftsmanship and esthetics that discerning doctors and patients expect from a boutique laboratory setting. The Dental Ceramist plays a key role in ensuring that each prosthetic is completed to a high standard of esthetics, fit, and finish, and that every case is ready for delivery with quality and care.Key ResponsibilitiesBuilding, contouring, and glazing high-end anterior and posterior restorations, including PFM, e.max, zirconia, and full-arch implant restorations.Producing the esthetics and quality standards expected by the laboratory's doctors and customers.Polishing and finishing restorations prior to final delivery.Reading and understanding doctor prescriptions in order to determine the processes needed to fulfill each case correctly.Creating dental prostheses including crowns, bridges, and tooth facings.Using common dental laboratory tools and equipment, including porcelain ovens, furnaces, pinning equipment, and lathes.Using designated lab software for task assignment and case completion.Working independently while also communicating effectively with team members across the laboratory.Managing cases accurately and efficiently while maintaining quality and meeting deadlines.Performing consistent, high-quality work with or without direct supervision.Supporting a team-oriented environment focused on craftsmanship, accountability, and excellent service.Required Qualifications5+ years of Dental Ceramist experience.5+ years of Dental Laboratory experience.Experience with anterior and posterior ceramic restorations.Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.High level of accuracy and esthetic awareness.Ability to read prescriptions and follow detailed case instructions.Organized, reliable, and able to manage deadlines.Professional demeanor.Positive, can-do attitude.Passion for providing extraordinary customer service.Ethical, honest, and dependable.Preferred BackgroundHigh-end esthetic ceramic work.PFM, e.max, zirconia, and implant-supported restorations.Full-arch implant restorations.Boutique or quality-driven laboratory environments.Working collaboratively with technicians, managers, and other team members to ensure outstanding final results.Compensation & BenefitsSalary: Competitive / Depending on experience.Attractive incentives and/or performance bonuses may be available.Potential profit-sharing opportunities.Paid Time Off.Paid holidays.Weekends off.Health insurance.Relocation assistance may be available for the right candidate.This is an opportunity to join a high-quality boutique dental laboratory that values craftsmanship, detail, and esthetic excellence. The lab offers a supportive and collaborative environment where quality matters and experienced technicians can take pride in the final product they deliver. Dental Metrics Maven