GDG Smiles is a fast-growing, cosmetic-focused dental brand building a vertically integrated in-house lab model (NexaLab). We specialize exclusively in full smile design cases — typically 16–20 units per case — utilizing:

SprintRay Pro 2 (Composite Restorations)
SprintRay Midas (Ceramic Hybrid Restorations)
Zirconia Dry Mill (Full zirconia cases & bridges)
Crystallization & glaze furnaces (Ivoclar CS2 or equivalent)

We are building a high-efficiency, high-aesthetic cosmetic lab inside the clinic, and we are looking for a technician who wants to be part of something innovative, fast-paced, and growth-oriented.

Position Overview

We are seeking a skilled, aesthetic-minded Lab Technician capable of handling the entire end-to-end workflow of cosmetic restoration fabrication.

This is not a segmented role. You will be responsible for full case execution — from design to final polish.

We primarily produce:

16–20 unit veneer cases (composite, ceramic hybrid, zirconia)
Cosmetic crowns
Full smile design cases
Occasional bridges (zirconia)

This is a full-service in-house lab inside our clinic. You will see cases come to life in real time.

Core Responsibilities

1️. Digital Design (Critical Skill)

Design full 16–20 unit smile cases in 1–2 hours
High-aesthetic anterior design
Occlusion awareness
Proper contouring, emergence profiles, symmetry
Smile line design aligned with facial aesthetics
Work collaboratively with doctors and smile design team

2️. 3D Printing Workflow

Operate SprintRay Pro 2 (composite)
Operate SprintRay Midas (ceramic hybrid)
Nest cases efficiently
Maintain printer calibration and material management
Post-processing workflow (washing, curing, finishing)

3️. Zirconia Dry Milling

Operate zirconia dry mill
Disc management & nesting optimization
CAM strategy selection
Sintering process management
Understanding shrinkage compensation

4️. Furnace / Finishing

Crystallization (for ceramic hybrid workflows)
Staining & characterization
Glazing
Final polish & finishing
QC for fit, margins, contacts, and aesthetics

5️. Efficiency & KPI Adherence

Turnaround time awareness
Production volume targets
Minimize material waste
Maintain organized lab workflow
Collaborate with clinical team for same-day or fast-turn case

What We’re Looking For

Experience operating a zirconia dry mill
Familiarity with SprintRay or similar 3D printing systems preferred
Strong digital design ability (Exocad, 3Shape, or equivalent)
Capable of completing full cosmetic cases efficiently
High aesthetic judgment for anterior cases
Comfortable producing 16–20 unit full smile cases
Strong understanding of staining and characterization
Self-motivated and performance-driven
Comfortable working in a fast-paced cosmetic environment
Team player with growth mindset

The GDG Way

We are not a traditional lab.

We focus on:

High-volume cosmetic cases
Full smile transformations
Precision, speed, and aesthetic excellence
In-house vertical integration
Continuous improvement and innovation

We expect:

Efficiency
Ownership
Accountability
Pride in craftsmanship
Willingness to grow with the company

You will be part of a brand building something much bigger than a single lab.

Compensation

$25–$35 per hour (based on experience)
40 hours per week
Monday–Saturday availability (flexible scheduling)
Performance bonuses tied to KPIs
Growth opportunities within NexaLab and future expansion locations

Growth Opportunity

GDG Smiles is expanding. This position offers:

Direct exposure to cutting-edge digital cosmetic workflows
Potential leadership opportunity as lab scales
Long-term growth with a rapidly expanding cosmetic brand

Join our team and help patients smile with confidence—every single day.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $25.00 - $35.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

Opportunities for advancement

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location: In person

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