Removable Dental Lab Manager

Dental Associates • Saint Paul, Minnesota, United States • $70k - $80k / year • 2w ago

Description:

Position Summary

The Removable Dental Lab Manager oversees all operations of our in-house removable prosthetics laboratory, including dentures, partials, relines, repairs and nightguards. This role ensures high-quality, timely fabrication while leading a skilled technical team and supporting communication between our Doctors and the laboratory.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Team Management

Supervise, train, and mentor technicians in all phases of removable prosthetic fabrication
Manage scheduling, staffing, and workflow to meet turnaround times
Conduct performance evaluations and ensure ongoing technical competency

Fabrication Oversight

Establish and oversee quality control procedures throughout all stages of fabrication
Troubleshoot complex removable cases and provide technical guidance to team members
Ensure proper use and maintenance of equipment

Communication

Serve as primary contact for Dentists and Practice Managers regarding removable cases
Review prescriptions, clarify case details and offer technical recommendations
Resolve quality issues, remake concerns and case delays professionally and promptly
Provide occasional chairside or virtual support as needed

Process Optimization & Compliance

Implement standardized workflows to increase efficiency and reduce remakes
Maintain accurate production records, logs and reporting for management
Manage inventory of materials and coordinate ordering of supplies

Requirements:

Qualifications

Minimum 7+ years of experience in removable prosthetics
Previous supervisory or management experience in a dental laboratory setting
Strong technical knowledge of full/partial dentures, occlusion principles and fabrication methods
Ability to read and interpret prescriptions, digital concepts and case documentation
Excellent communication, leadership and problem-solving skills

Core Competencies