Stain and Glaze Dental Technician
Company: I4Dentallab
Location: Arlington Heights
Posted on: February 13, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Seeking a skilled,
detail-oriented Stain and Glaze Dental Technician to join our
laboratory team. The ideal candidate will specialize in the
staining, glazing, finishing, and quality control of fixed and
implant-supported restorations and will work collaboratively with
technicians and clinicians to deliver esthetic, functional
prostheses. Key responsibilities: Apply stains, glazes, and
characterization to ceramic, porcelain-fused-to-metal, zirconia,
and composite restorations to achieve accurate shade and esthetics
per prescription and shade records. Operate and maintain porcelain
ovens, furnaces, and related laboratory equipment; follow specified
firing cycles and document process parameters. Perform finishing,
polishing, and final surface treatments to meet clinical and
laboratory quality standards. Inspect restorations for fit,
margins, contacts, color consistency, surface texture, and overall
esthetics prior to final delivery. Interpret laboratory work orders
and prescriptions; collaborate with restorative technicians and
clinicians to resolve shade and esthetic questions. Maintain
accurate case documentation, shade photographs/records, and
production logs in the laboratory management system. Adhere to
laboratory quality control, infection prevention, and safety
protocols; perform routine preventive maintenance of equipment and
manage consumable inventory related to stain and glaze processes.
Minimum qualifications: Hands-on experience in dental laboratory
technology with specific experience in stain, glaze, and ceramic
finishing. Demonstrated manual dexterity, fine motor skills, and
strong attention to color and detail. Effective verbal and written
communication skills and ability to work collaboratively within a
small team environment. Reliable time management and ability to
manage multiple cases to meet production schedules. Preferred
qualifications: Experience with fixed prosthetics (crowns, bridges,
veneers) and implant-supported restorations. Familiarity with
digital workflows, CAD/CAM outputs, and lab management systems. Two
or more years of laboratory experience focused on ceramic staining
and glazing.
Keywords: I4Dentallab, Oak Park , Stain and Glaze Dental Technician, Manufacturing , Arlington Heights, Illinois
