Job Description
Job Description
Dental Lab Ceramist
Location : Calgary
Employment Type : Full-time, Onsite
Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced Dental Lab Ceramist to join a high-quality dental laboratory in Calgary. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented ceramist who takes pride in creating highly aesthetic, functional restorations and thrives in a collaborative lab environment. The ceramist will play a key role in delivering exceptional outcomes for patients and supporting dentists with consistent, high-end work.
Key Responsibilities
- Complete ceramic layering and finishing for crowns, bridges, veneers, and implant-supported restorations
- Perform staining, glazing, contouring, and final aesthetics to meet prescription and quality standards
- Collaborate with designers, technicians, and leadership to ensure case accuracy and efficiency
- Maintain consistency in shade matching, morphology, and occlusion
- Evaluate incoming cases and communicate any concerns or recommendations proactively
- Adhere to established quality control processes and turnaround expectations
- Contribute to continuous improvement of ceramic techniques and workflows
Skills & Qualifications
3+ years of hands-on experience as a dental lab ceramistStrong proficiency in ceramic layering, staining, and finishingExperience with zirconia, lithium disilicate, and porcelain restorationsExcellent eye for aesthetics, shade matching, and natural tooth morphologyAbility to work independently while contributing to a team-based environmentStrong attention to detail and commitment to qualityExperience working with digital workflows (CAD / CAM) is a plusCompensation & Benefits
Competitive compensation based on experience and skill levelStable, full-time position in a modern dental laboratoryCollaborative and supportive team environmentOpportunity to work on high-quality, aesthetic casesLong-term growth potential within the labWork Environment
Onsite role in CalgaryConsistent case flow with a focus on quality over volumeProfessional lab culture emphasizing craftsmanship, communication, and teamwork