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Dental Lab Manager Opportunity – Ridgefield, NJ

About the Opportunity:

We are a high-tech start-up dental lab located in Ridgefield, NJ , preparing to open in July . We are seeking a skilled and motivated dental technician who has served as either a department manager or a senior-level technician managing team members , and is now ready to step into a full Lab Manager position . This is a career-defining opportunity to help build and lead a modern dental lab from the ground up, with substantial potential for growth into an operations or general management role.

About the Lab:

The lab will specialize in All-on-X , crown and bridge , removables , and advanced digital workflows . With a full-time business development lead driving new client growth and mentorship from industry experts, this is a rare opportunity to help shape technology choices, team structure, and operational systems in a fast-growing lab environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Technical & Case Management:

• Perform bench work (80%) during the first 6 months while recruiting and training your team.
• Hands-on work in crowns, bridges, implants, removables, and All-on-X restorations.
• Assist technicians with case troubleshooting and support complex case planning.
• Oversee and maintain quality control protocols to ensure consistent, high-quality case outcomes.
• Contribute to the adoption of new techniques and improvements in fabrication processes.

Leadership & Operations:

• Lead, train, and develop a growing team of technicians to ensure operational excellence.
• Oversee end-to-end workflow from case intake to final delivery, ensuring efficiency, timeliness, and accuracy.
• Collaborate with doctors and the internal business development team to ensure client satisfaction.
• Build and manage production schedules , team performance evaluations, and supply cost controls.
• Monitor and report on key performance indicators (KPIs), lab output, and business development progress.
• Ensure adherence to OSHA standards, safety regulations, and lab best practices.
• Optimize workflows and identify root causes of remakes to improve profitability and consistency.

Qualifications:

• Minimum 5+ years of experience in a dental laboratory, with strong focus on fixed restorations, implants, removables, and All-on-X cases.
• 2+ years of experience in a supervisory or department lead role.
• Strong command of CAD/CAM workflows , including software such as 3Shape and Exocad.
• Proficiency in both digital design and hands-on fabrication.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills—must be confident interfacing with doctors, clients, and team members.
• Knowledge of dental materials and case troubleshooting.
• Ability to analyze production metrics and contribute to business operations and reporting.
• Local candidates preferred; relocation assistance available for the right candidate.

Support and Growth:

• Mentorship from seasoned industry leaders to support your transition into higher management and business strategy.
• Dedicated business development staff to drive incoming case volume.
• Clear advancement path toward Operations Manager or General Manager role.

Compensation and Benefits:

• Base Salary: $100,000–$125,000, based on experience.
• Bonus Program: KPI-based bonus opportunity up to $30,000 annually.
• Relocation assistance available.
• Competitive benefits package and long-term career development support.

Next Steps:

If you’re an experienced technician or department lead ready to make a leap into full lab management, we want to hear from you. Join us in launching this forward-thinking lab in Ridgefield, NJ, and become a key contributor to its success and long-term growth.

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