Dental Lab - Removable Department Manager (Chicago)

Removable Department Manager - Dental Lab

Chicago, IL

Benefits : Full

Salary - 100-120k DOE

Job Summary

The Removable Department Manager is responsible for the overall operation, management, and quality assurance of the laboratory's removable prosthetics department (e.g., complete dentures, partial dentures, immediate dentures, night guards, etc.). This leadership role ensures the efficient, timely, and high-quality production of all removable cases, manages the technical team, and serves as a key technical liaison with prescribing dentists.

Key Responsibilities

Production & Quality Management

• Oversee the day-to-day workflow, scheduling, and distribution of removable cases to meet doctor due dates and production targets.
• Establish and enforce rigorous quality control (QC) standards at all critical stages of removable fabrication, from model work to final finish.
• Perform final inspection of all completed removable appliances to ensure they meet prescription specifications, aesthetic requirements, and lab quality benchmarks.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues, problematic cases, and remake / repair inquiries.
• Manage inventory of dental materials and equipment specific to the Removable department, ensuring all supplies are ordered efficiently and maintained properly.

Team Leadership & Development

Technical Expertise & Communication

Required Skills and Qualifications

Technical Skills :