Business Unit Director, Removables

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 :

As a Business Unit Director , Removables , you’ll serve as both the strategic and operational leader for the Removables business unit. The Removables Business Unit designs and manufactures dentures, orthodontic appliances, and other removable dental devices, combining traditional expertise with digital design, CAD / CAM, and 3D printing to improve precision, efficiency, and scalability. The focus is on transforming analog workflows into standardized, high-throughput digital processes that reduce variability and accelerate delivery.

The Director of the Removables Business Unit plays a key role in developing speed-to-market and new product launch capabilities as a core strategic advantage. This includes establishing repeatable, scalable processes that shorten development cycles, optimize production flow, and expand capacity through automation and cross-functional coordination. The ideal leader brings deep experience in digital process optimization, operations scaling, and team development. You will lead efforts to streamline workflows, train and upskill teams, and embed quality at the source through data-driven problem solving and root cause and corrective action (RCCA).

This role is central to expanding SKDLA’s removable product portfolio and driving operational excellence—building the systems, capabilities, and culture needed to deliver fast, reliable, and scalable manufacturing performance across the organization.

What You'll Be Responsible For :

Strategic & Operational Leadership

• Own full P&L and KPI performance for assigned business units, including financial results, customer satisfaction, quality, and delivery.
• Translate SKDLA’s strategic goals into actionable business unit roadmaps, ensuring alignment with company-wide initiatives.
• Lead operational planning, forecasting, and budgeting to support growth, efficiency, and profitability.
• Partner with Production, Engineering, Digital Manufacturing, and Supply Chain to optimize capacity, workflow, and labor utilization across locations.
• Champion the integration of digital manufacturing technologies, automation, and data systems (MES, ERP, analytics) to drive transparency and scalability.

Customer & Commercial Excellence

People & Organizational Development

Continuous Improvement & Standardization

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Who We’re Looking For :

Why SKDLA?

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 salary range for this role is $160,000-$180,000. 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!