Ceramist, Crown & Bridge

About Us:Spectrum Killian Dental Lab Alliance (SKDLA) is a nationally recognized leader in restorative dentistry, passionate about helping people smile with confidence. We partner with dental professionals across the country to deliver world-class restorations, advanced dental equipment, and trusted services that make a difference for patients every day.At SKDLA, we combine craftsmanship, cutting-edge technology, and a deep commitment to quality to create beautiful, lasting results. More than just a dental lab, we are driven by the belief that every restoration represents a person’s confidence, comfort, and well-being - and that’s a responsibility we take to heart.Our operations are centered around two advanced Centers of Excellence located in Orange County and Los Angeles. This collaborative environment allows our skilled technicians to innovate, mentor one another, and consistently deliver outstanding results.Overview:At SKDLA, we’re looking for a temporary to permanent Ceramist, Crown & Bridge to perform comprehensive case reviews across fixed restorative workflows, ensuring accuracy, fit, function, esthetics, and complete documentation prior to case release. In this role, you’ll partner closely with our digital design, production, ceramics, milling, and customer support teams to proactively identify potential issues, maintain protocol adherence, and uphold SKDLA’s quality benchmarks throughout the manufacturing process.What You'll Be Responsible For:Perform comprehensive quality inspections on Crown & Bridge restorations prior to case release, ensuring compliance with SKDLA quality standards.Evaluate fit, margins, contacts, occlusion, anatomy, shade, contour, surface texture, and overall esthetics of completed restorations.Identify and resolve quality concerns before cases are shipped, partnering with production teams to ensure timely corrective action.Review prescriptions, work orders, digital records, and supporting documentation to confirm accuracy and alignment with case requirements.Collaborate with designers, ceramists, milling technicians, and production leaders to maintain consistency and quality throughout the manufacturing process.Document quality findings, trends, and recurring issues, supporting continuous improvement initiatives across the department.Serve as a technical resource for troubleshooting complex esthetic, functional, and restorative challenges.Ceramist Production SupportPerform ceramic build-up, contouring, staining, glazing, finishing, and characterization of Crown & Bridge restorations as production demands require.Fabricate high-quality restorations that meet clinical requirements for fit, function, esthetics, and durability.Support production throughput by assisting with case completion during periods of increased workload or capacity constraints.Apply advanced ceramic techniques to achieve natural esthetics and consistent outcomes across a variety of restoration types.Collaborate with digital design, milling, and finishing teams to ensure restorations progress efficiently through the production workflow.Assist with remake analysis and corrective actions by identifying root causes and recommending process improvements.Support training, standardization, and best-practice sharing to improve craftsmanship and consistency across the department.Continuous ImprovementPromote a culture of quality, accountability, craftsmanship, and continuous improvement throughout the Crown & Bridge department.Identify opportunities to improve workflows, reduce remakes, enhance esthetic outcomes, and increase production efficiency.Participate in process improvement initiatives focused on quality performance, turnaround times, and customer satisfaction.Who We’re Looking For:5+ years of hands-on Crown & Bridge dental laboratory experience, including significant Ceramist expertise across fixed restorative products.Proven proficiency in ceramic layering, contouring, staining, glazing, characterization, and finishing of crowns, bridges, veneers, implant restorations, and other fixed prosthetics.Strong knowledge of fit, function, occlusion, contacts, anatomy, marginal integrity, shade matching, esthetics, and overall restoration quality standards.Experience performing final quality inspections, technical reviews, and case evaluations, with the ability to identify, troubleshoot, and resolve esthetic, functional, and manufacturing issues before case release.Familiarity with Crown & Bridge workflows, including zirconia, layered ceramics, implant-supported, full-contour, and high-esthetic restorations.Ability to accurately interpret prescriptions, digital scans, models, bite registrations, shade requirements, and restorative specifications with exceptional attention to detail.Strong craftsmanship, quality-focused mindset, and commitment to delivering restorations that meet clinical and esthetic expectations.Excellent organizational, communication, and collaboration skills, with the ability to balance quality and production responsibilities in a fast-paced environment while partnering effectively with designers, technicians, production leaders, customer support teams, and clinicians.Proactive, solutions-oriented professional with a passion for continuous improvement, mentorship, and advancing laboratory quality; experience in high-volume production environments preferred.Why SKDLA? Inclusive Environment: We value diversity and are committed to creating a welcoming workplace for individuals of all backgrounds.Career Growth: Spectrum Killian is growing rapidly, offering new opportunities to advance within the company and across promoting internal mobility.Compensation and Benefits: We provide competitive pay and upon conversion to full-time status, employees are eligible to enroll in comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans.401K: Full-time employees are also eligible to participate in the company’s 401(k) plan with an employer match.Spectrum Killian Dental Lab Alliance is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.The anticipated hourly pay range for this role is $30-$40. Final compensation will be individually assessed and may differ based on a variety of factors such as your experience, qualifications, education, skill set, certifications, and other relevant considerations.Become part of Spectrum Killian Dental Lab Alliance, a trusted leader in restorative and esthetic dentistry. Work alongside skilled technicians in state-of-the-art facilities to deliver high-quality dental solutions that make a lasting impact. If you're driven by innovation, quality, and continuous growth, we invite you to apply and contribute to the future of dental care!Please note:All candidates must apply through the official application process. To maintain an equitable and efficient recruiting experience, we ask that applicants refrain from contacting hiring managers, executives, department leaders, or other Spectrum Killian employees directly regarding this position. Candidates selected to move forward in the process will be contacted by a member of our Talent Acquisition team.