Dental Lab Technician - Rock Family Dental

Rock Dental Brands • Little Rock, AR

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About The Position

The Dental Lab Technician – Zirconia Milling Specialist is responsible for producing high-quality zirconia crowns and restorations using advanced CAD/CAM technology. This role focuses on precision milling, design accuracy, quality control, and efficient workflow management to support clinical teams and deliver exceptional patient outcomes.

Requirements

• 2–5 years of experience in dental laboratory technology with strong focus on zirconia restorations.
• Hands-on experience operating CAD/CAM milling machines (e.g., Ivoclar, Roland, Amann Girrbach, Sirona).
• Proficiency in CAD design platforms such as exocad or 3Shape.
• Strong understanding of dental anatomy, occlusion, and restorative workflows.
• Exceptional attention to detail, quality orientation, and manual dexterity.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in implant restorations, hybrid prosthetics, or full-arch zirconia designs.
• Knowledge of staining, glazing, and esthetic contouring techniques.
• CDT certification or formal dental laboratory technology training.

Responsibilities

• Zirconia Milling & Fabrication: Operate CAD/CAM milling equipment to fabricate zirconia crowns, bridges, and implant restorations.
• Design restorations in CAD software (e.g., exocad, 3Shape) ensuring proper anatomy, margins, contacts, and occlusion.
• Calibrate, maintain, and troubleshoot milling equipment and sintering furnaces.
• Perform pre-milling and post-milling processes including nesting, sprue removal, contouring, shaping, and polishing.
• Quality Control: Inspect margins, fit, esthetics, and surface quality prior to delivery.
• Verify shade selection, translucency requirements, and material integrity.
• Ensure all restorations meet internal quality standards, clinical specifications, and regulatory requirements.
• Workflow & Communication: Collaborate closely with dentists, clinical teams, and lab leadership to ensure accurate prescriptions and case expectations.
• Review digital scans and impressions for accuracy and request remakes when needed.
• Track case progress, meet production timelines, and maintain organized digital and physical workflows.
• Equipment & Material Management: Maintain inventory of zirconia blocks, burs, polishing supplies, and lab materials.
• Monitor wear of milling tools and coordinate timely replacements.
• Adhere to manufacturer protocols and safety requirements.

Benefits

• Competitive pay, career growth opportunities, talented and a motivated team who care about each other, our mission, and our patients.
• Flexible health and insurance options, Employee Assistance Program, and orthodontic treatments that help you and your family stay on track.
• Paid time off and holiday pay
• Plan for the future with an industry-leading 401K retirement plan with matching company contributions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees