Role overview

Quality Control Technician – Porcelain / Crown & Bridge

Location: Calgary, AB

Job Type: Full-time, Onsite

Schedule: Monday to Friday

Pay: Approximately $26/30 hour, depending on experience

Job Overview

A dental laboratory in Calgary is looking for a Quality Control Technician with a strong background in porcelain, ceramics, and Crown & Bridge restorations.

This role is ideal for someone with experience as a ceramist, porcelain technician, C&B technician, or QC technician who has a strong eye for detail and can review cases before final delivery.

Responsibilities

Inspect Crown & Bridge, porcelain, zirconia, e.max, PFM, veneer, and implant cases
Review restorations for fit, contacts, occlusion, margins, anatomy, shade, contour, and aesthetics
Identify quality issues before cases are delivered to doctors
Communicate needed corrections clearly to the production team
Work with ceramists, finishers, CAD/CAM, and management to support smooth case flow
Help ensure all cases meet internal lab standards and doctor expectations

Qualifications

Experience in a dental lab with porcelain, ceramics, or Crown & Bridge restorations
Strong understanding of anatomy, occlusion, margins, contacts, and aesthetics
Ability to identify technical and cosmetic issues in fixed restorations
Detail-oriented, organized, and reliable
Strong communication and teamwork skills
Experience with QC, staining, glazing, layering, or finishing is a plus

Work Environment

This is a full-time, onsite position in a supportive dental laboratory environment. The ideal candidate takes pride in quality, accuracy, and helping the team deliver excellent restorations.