Crown & Bridge Ceramist/ Dental Ceramist Confident Dental Lab Fridley, MN Job Details Full-time $24 - $30 an hour 8 hours ago Benefits Paid time off 401(k) matching Flexible schedule Qualifications Teamwork Interpersonal skills Restoration High school diploma or GED Attention to detail Ceramics Digital design Full Job Description About the Role We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Crown & Bridge Ceramist to join our growing dental laboratory team. The ideal candidate is a skilled ceramist who is confident working on both anterior and posterior restorations, with strong hands-on experience in porcelain build-up, anterior esthetics, contouring, staining and glazing. This is a bench position for someone who takes pride in craftsmanship, understands natural tooth anatomy and occlusion, and can consistently produce high-quality restorations while meeting production timelines. Key Responsibilities

• Fabricate and finish Crown & Bridge restorations with a strong focus on esthetics, function and fit.
• Build and layer porcelain for anterior crowns and other esthetic restorations.
• Demonstrate strong ability to create natural anterior anatomy, line angles, surface texture and emergence profiles.
• Work with zirconia, lithium disilicate/e.max, PFM and other ceramic materials.
• Contour, stain, glaze, fire and finish restorations according to case requirements.
• Work confidently on anterior crowns, including highly esthetic cases requiring detailed characterization.
• Evaluate and refine margins, contacts, occlusion, proximal anatomy and overall morphology.
• Read and follow dentist prescriptions, work orders, shade information and case instructions.
• Perform quality-control checks before cases move to final inspection.
• Identify and correct technical issues while maintaining consistency and turnaround times.
• Collaborate with designers and other Crown & Bridge technicians to resolve case questions and maintain workflow.
• Maintain a clean, organized and efficient work area. Required Qualifications
• Previous professional experience as a Crown & Bridge Technician, Ceramist or Porcelain Technician.
• Demonstrated experience building and layering porcelain.
• Hands-on experience with anterior crowns and anterior esthetics is required.
• Strong understanding of tooth anatomy, morphology, occlusion and functional contours.
• Ability to independently complete ceramic restorations with minimal supervision.
• Strong attention to detail, hand skills and esthetic judgment.
• Ability to consistently meet quality and production expectations. Preferred Qualifications
• Experience with zirconia and lithium disilicate/e.max.
• Experience with PFM and layered zirconia restorations.
• Experience with stain and glaze characterization.
• Experience with implant-supported Crown & Bridge restorations.
• Familiarity with digital CAD/CAM workflows.
• CDT certification or formal dental laboratory education is a plus, but not required. What We Are Looking For
• A true craftsperson who takes pride in the quality of their work.
• Someone with a strong eye for natural anterior esthetics.
• A dependable team player who communicates well and takes ownership of their cases.
• Someone who can balance quality, productivity and turnaround time.
• A technician who wants to continue developing their skills and grow with a modern dental laboratory. Position Details

Location:

Fridley, MN

Job Type:

Full-Time

Work Setting:

In-Person

Department:

Crown & Bridge

Compensation:

Competitive and based on experience and demonstrated skill level. Why Join Us?

• Work with a collaborative Crown & Bridge team.
• Opportunity to work on a variety of restorative and esthetic cases.
• Modern digital dental laboratory environment.
• Ongoing opportunities for technical training and professional growth.
• Long-term career opportunities within a growing laboratory.

How to Apply Please submit your resume. Candidates with anterior esthetic and porcelain build-up experience are encouraged to include photos or a portfolio of their work, if available.

Hiring Note:

For screening purposes, prioritize candidates who can demonstrate actual anterior crown and porcelain-layering experience rather than candidates whose experience is limited to full-contour zirconia finishing.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$24.00 - $30.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) matching Flexible schedule Paid time off People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Education:

High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person