23854 Biotemps Technician (Monday to Friday 10:00am to 7:00pm)

$17.00 Per Hour DOE (Depends on Experience) 23854 Biotemps Technician (Monday to Friday 10:00am to 7:00pm) James R. Glidewell Dental Ceramics

Occupation:

Dental Laboratory Technicians

Location:

Newport Beach, CA - 92660 Positions available: 1 Job #: 19828265

Source:

CalJOBS

Posted:

11/07/2025

Updated:

11/08/2025

Expires:

05/30/2026

Web Site:

CalJOBS Onsite /

Remote:

Work onsite all of the time

Job Type:

Regular, Full Time (30 Hours or More), Permanent Employment

Agency Job ID:

23854 Job Requirements and Properties Help for Job Requirements and Properties. Opens a new window. Work Onsite Full Time Experience 6 Month(s) Age 18 and up Schedule Full Time Job Type Regular Duration Permanent Employment Public Transit Available Benefits Job Description Help for Job Description. Opens a new window.

Essential Functions:

Fabricates and repairs dental prosthesis/dental appliances such as dentures, partials, crown and bridge, inlay/onlay, veneers and implant restorations. Reads prescription included with case; constructs prostheses by following doctors' written orders and instructions. Communicates with colleagues and managers in a prompt articulate manner. Uses a wide range of materials, such as metal (precious, non-precious, gold) or non-metal materials (porcelain, composite, acrylic, polyurethane, co-polyester, thermo plastic). Replaces partial or total loss of natural teeth by constructing partial or full dentures (metal and non-metal). Restores natural teeth and corrects dental irregularities by manufacturing fixed or removable appliances. Makes models of mouth and teeth from impressions taken by dentist. Builds-up wax replicas of part or all of mouth and/or teeth on model. §Encases wax in mould material and melts away wax; replaces wax with plastic, metal, or ceramic materials to make replacement appliance. Builds-up ceramic restoration by continuously applying layers of porcelain. Polishes and finishes appliance to ensure smoothness and fit. Applies stains and glazes to restorations to create natural look. Utilizes and conserves supplies and equipment by completing plaster casting, metal casting, die trimming, metal polishing, wax modeling, wire bending, sandblasting, electroplating, electro-spot welding and CAD/CAM techniques. Uses different kinds of hand tools and equipment (electric drills, presses, lathes, high-heat furnaces, sandblasters, paint brushes, carvers, etc). Documents actions by completing forms, logs and reports. Works closely with quality control specialists and addresses all issues regarding quality standards. Follows quality standard protocol. Recognizes and reports problem cases or cases that need additional prep work. Prepares equipment and materials (fills mixing bins, empties equipment receptacles, etc.). Relies on technical knowledge to make decisions and accomplish departmental goals. Performs other related duties and projects as business needs require at direction of management.

Education and Experience:

Basic dental training. Prior dental experience or background, a plus. Previous experience working in positions that require hand and finger dexterity, a plus.

Pay Range:

$17.00/hr