Dental Lab Technician – Removable Prosthetics

Hi-Tech Dental Lab • Full-time • Houston, Texas, United States • $18 - $26 / hour • 1w ago

We are a busy, privately owned dental laboratory in the Houston area producing high-quality restorations and prosthetics for a growing network of dental practices. Our lab handles a full range of work including complete and partial dentures, night guards, valplast, flippers, acrylic partials, and crown and bridge. We are expanding and need a skilled technician to join our core team.

This position is paid on a per-piece basis — your earnings reflect your speed and output, not a fixed hourly rate. Piece rates vary by procedure and are discussed during the interview. Experienced, productive techs earn well above standard hourly wages in this market. Rates are reviewed as your skills and volume grow.

If you are fast and take pride in your work, this structure rewards you directly. There is no ceiling on what a high-output tech can earn here.

What you'll be doing

Fabricating complete and partial dentures (acrylic, metal, valplast/flexible)
Processing and finishing relines, repairs, and additions
Fabricating night guards, flippers, and removable appliances
Working from prescriptions and impressions to produce accurate, well-fitting restorations
Meeting daily production targets and turnaround commitments to dental offices
Maintaining a clean, organized workstation and following lab safety protocols

Required

5+ year hands-on dental lab experience
Proficiency in denture and removable prosthetics
Ability to read and follow lab prescriptions
Strong attention to detail and consistency
Reliable, self-motivated, and fast

Nice to have

Valplast / flexible partial experience
Crown and bridge or implant work
CDT certification or dental lab graduate
High-volume production background

Schedule & perks

Monday – Friday, daytime hours — no evenings, no weekends
Full-time, on-site at our Houston lab
Piece rates reviewed as your output and skill develop
Stable, family-owned business with a strong and growing client base
Small team — your work is noticed and valued

Join us to be part of a passionate team committed to craftsmanship, precision, and patient satisfaction. Your expertise as a Dental Lab Technician will help transform smiles while advancing your career in a vibrant healthcare environment!

Pay: $18.00 - $26.00 per hour

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