Removable Dental Lab Manager at Dental Associates Minnesota – St. Paul, Minnesota

Position Summary

The Removable Dental Lab Manager oversees all operations of our in-house removable prosthetics laboratory, including dentures, partials, relines, repairs and nightguards. This role ensures high-quality, timely fabrication while leading a skilled technical team and supporting communication between our Doctors and the laboratory.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Team Management

· Supervise, train, and mentor technicians in all phases of removable prosthetic fabrication

· Manage scheduling, staffing, and workflow to meet turnaround times

· Conduct performance evaluations and ensure ongoing technical competency

Fabrication Oversight

· Establish and oversee quality control procedures throughout all stages of fabrication

· Troubleshoot complex removable cases and provide technical guidance to team members

· Ensure proper use and maintenance of equipment

Communication

· Serve as primary contact for Dentists and Practice Managers regarding removable cases

· Review prescriptions, clarify case details and offer technical recommendations

· Resolve quality issues, remake concerns and case delays professionally and promptly

· Provide occasional chairside or virtual support as needed

Process Optimization & Compliance

· Implement standardized workflows to increase efficiency and reduce remakes

· Maintain accurate production records, logs and reporting for management

· Manage inventory of materials and coordinate ordering of supplies

Qualifications

· Minimum 7+ years of experience in removable prosthetics

· Previous supervisory or management experience in a dental laboratory setting

· Strong technical knowledge of full/partial dentures, occlusion principles and fabrication methods

· Ability to read and interpret prescriptions, digital concepts and case documentation

· Excellent communication, leadership and problem-solving skills

Core Competencies

· Technical Expertise in Dental Removable Prosthetics

· Leadership and Team Development

· Quality Assurance

· Time and Workflow Management

· Customer Service & Professional Communication

· Problem Solving & Critical Thinking

· Attention to Detail

· Adaptability & Continuous Improvement