Dental Lab Manager Technician

Affordable Dentures & Implants • Kearney, MO

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Dental Lab Manager Technician has both technical and supervisory responsibilities at the practice. The role provides on-site technical training and development for laboratory technicians, implements new products and technologies, and communicates regularly with the regional manager of laboratory excellence and other relevant ACI management. The Manager also participates actively in the ACI Laboratory Network. Although work follows established methods and procedures, the role requires sound judgment in consultation with the Chief Clinical Officer and team on a patient-by-patient basis.

The position requires expertise in denture fabrication and restorative techniques, along with leadership, communication, and team-development skills. The Manager works full time, Monday through Friday, during the business hours of the lab and practice.

Requirements

• High school diploma.
• At least ten years of hands-on technical experience fabricating dentures from start to finish.
• At least two years of experience in technical supervision or management.
• Expertise in denture fabrication, including setting teeth, wax-up, festooning, carving, finishing, repairs, and pouring and trimming models.
• Proficiency in full-arch hybrid restorations, complete dentures, overdentures, and implant-based restorative techniques.
• Strong knowledge of dental science, anatomy, and esthetics.
• Strong interpersonal, leadership, management, and relationship-building skills.
• Superior written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong computer skills and ability to learn new programs.
• Understand OSHA protocol.
• Strong work ethic, proven leadership ability, positive attitude, competitive spirit, and entrepreneurial mindset to exceed goals.
• Availability to work full time, Monday through Friday, during the business hours of the lab and practice.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with dental office procedures and terminology.
• Denture and implant experience; implant experience is preferred but not required.
• Same-day denture experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide on-site technical training and development for laboratory technicians.
• Implement new products and technologies.
• Communicate regularly with the regional manager of laboratory excellence and other relevant ACI management.
• Take an active role within the ACI Laboratory Network.
• Consult with the Chief Clinical Officer and team and exercise judgment on a patient-by-patient basis.
• Perform denture fabrication tasks, including setting teeth, denture wax-up, festooning, carving teeth, rough and fine finishing, repairs, and pouring and trimming denture models.
• Cross-train laboratory team members in all areas of the lab.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: High school or GED