Senior Dental Laboratory Quality Specialist
PIXEL MEDICAL SOLUTION · United Arab Emirates
Tailor my CV for this job — freeThe role focuses on reviewing laboratory quality records, dental prosthetic production documentation, material traceability, technical specifications, and quality control procedures to help ensure that dental appliances and restorations meet approved requirements and relevant professional standards.Working with dental technicians, laboratory managers, dentists, dental clinics, suppliers, and quality assurance teams, the specialist identifies quality risks, reviews nonconformities, supports corrective actions, and promotes consistent laboratory processes. This is a fully remote position focused on technical review, digital workflow monitoring, and quality documentation rather than physical fabrication or inspection of dental devices.Key ResponsibilitiesReview dental laboratory quality management procedures, technical documentation, and production records for compliance with approved standards.Assess documentation associated with crowns, bridges, dentures, veneers, orthodontic appliances, implant-supported restorations, and other dental prosthetic devices.Review laboratory work orders, prescriptions, specifications, design records, and production instructions for completeness and consistency.Evaluate quality control records relating to fit, dimensions, occlusion, material selection, surface finish, and manufacturing tolerances.Assess the traceability of dental materials, including ceramics, alloys, polymers, resins, and implant-related components.Review supplier certificates, material specifications, batch records, and relevant product documentation.Monitor digital dental workflows involving intraoral scans, CAD/CAM design files, milling records, and additive manufacturing documentation.Identify recurring production defects, documentation gaps, specification deviations, and nonconformities.Coordinate remote investigations into reported quality issues and support structured root-cause analysis.Review corrective and preventive action (CAPA) plans and monitor the progress of assigned quality improvement activities.Develop and maintain dental laboratory quality checklists, inspection templates, technical review criteria, and controlled procedures.Evaluate laboratory performance indicators, including rework rates, rejection trends, turnaround times, and defect categories.Review production validation records and equipment maintenance documentation in collaboration with qualified local technical personnel.Support the standardisation of quality requirements across dental laboratory departments and external production partners.Assess documentation associated with custom-made dental devices and relevant manufacturing declarations.Coordinate with dentists and dental technicians to clarify technical specifications and resolve documentation discrepancies.Prepare quality reports, audit summaries, nonconformity registers, and management recommendations.Support internal quality audits and external regulatory or certification assessments through digital evidence organisation.Review laboratory change controls relating to materials, production methods, software, equipment, and supplier arrangements.Provide remote guidance on quality documentation, process controls, and technical record management.Monitor relevant updates to dental laboratory standards, medical device requirements, and applicable UAE healthcare regulations.Maintain accurate, confidential, and traceable records of laboratory quality reviews and improvement activities.Qualifications and ExperienceBachelor's degree in Dental Technology, Dental Laboratory Sciences, Biomedical Sciences, Materials Science, or a related discipline.A postgraduate qualification in Quality Management, Dental Technology, Medical Device Quality, or a relevant field is an advantage.Significant experience in dental laboratory operations, dental prosthetic manufacturing, laboratory quality assurance, or medical device quality management.Strong understanding of dental laboratory processes and the technical requirements of fixed and removable dental restorations.Familiarity with dental materials, including ceramics, dental alloys, polymers, resins, and implant-supported components.Knowledge of dental prosthetic design, manufacturing workflows, CAD/CAM systems, and digital dentistry.Experience reviewing technical work orders, laboratory prescriptions, production records, and quality control documentation.Understanding of material traceability, batch control, supplier qualification, and manufacturing documentation.Familiarity with applicable ISO quality management principles, including ISO 13485 where relevant to the laboratory's activities.Knowledge of nonconformity management, root-cause analysis, CAPA, change control, and continuous improvement.Experience reviewing laboratory performance metrics, defect trends, and quality assurance reports.Understanding of custom-made medical device documentation and relevant regulatory expectations.Proficiency in digital document management, spreadsheet analysis, quality management systems, and reporting tools.Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to assess technical records and identify quality risks.Excellent technical writing and communication skills.Ability to coordinate effectively with dental technicians, dentists, laboratory managers, suppliers, and quality professionals.High attention to detail and commitment to patient safety, product quality, and data integrity.Ability to work independently in a fully remote environment and coordinate with geographically distributed teams.What We OfferA 100% remote working arrangement based in the United Arab Emirates.Opportunities to contribute to dental laboratory quality improvement and medical device compliance initiatives.Collaboration with dental technology, laboratory operations, and quality assurance professionals.Opportunities for professional development in digital dentistry, dental materials, and quality management systems.A structured full-time position focused on technical oversight, documentation quality, and process improvement.How to ApplyInterested candidates should submit an updated CV highlighting their experience in dental laboratory operations, prosthetic manufacturing, dental materials, quality assurance, and regulatory documentation.Application Subject: Application – Senior Dental Laboratory Quality Specialist (UAE Remote)Candidates should confirm applicable employment arrangements, residency requirements, and work authorization before accepting an offer.Work Arrangement Clarification: This is a 100% remote technical oversight and quality documentation position. Physical dental appliance fabrication, material handling, laboratory testing, dimensional measurements, equipment calibration, and direct product inspections must be performed by appropriately qualified local dental technicians or authorised technical personnel. Clinical prescriptions, patient assessments, final clinical suitability decisions, and regulated dental approvals must remain with appropriately licensed dentists and authorised professionals.