CAD Designer - Dental Lab

Experienced CAD/CAM Dental Designer – Dental Lab (Day or Night Shift)

Company: R-Dent Dental Laboratory

Location: Bartlett, TN (Onsite)

Job Type: Full-Time

Compensation: $20–$30/hour (based on experience and skill level)

About Us

R-Dent Dental Laboratory in Bartlett, TN is known for fast quality restorations and advanced digital technology. We are growing and looking for a skilled CAD/CAM Designer to join our production team.

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced CAD/CAM Dental Designer with a strong background in fixed anterior (cosmetic), implant, and/or removable design. This is a hands-on, production-focused role working onsite in a fast-paced, quality lab environment.

Available Schedules

• Day Shift: Monday–Friday, 7:30 AM – 4:30 PM
• Night Shift: Monday–Friday, 5:00 PM – 2:00 AM
• • Note: Night shift candidates may complete initial orientation during day shift hours (7:30 AM – 4:30 PM).

What You'll Do

• Design fixed anterior (cosmetic), implant (including All-on-4, full-arch, and abutments), and/or removable restorations using CAD/CAM technology
• Create and plan surgical guides using software such as Read Guide or Chrome
• Order implant components and accurately place parts within digital models
• Perform quality control (QC) checks on implant cases using 3Shape
• Interpret prescriptions and collaborate directly with dentists on treatment planning
• Solve design challenges and meet daily production goals in a high-volume lab setting
• Talk to doctors about treatment plans, scans, and cases.

What We're Looking For

Required Experience:

• Minimum 2 years of CAD/CAM dental design experience in a production lab
• Proficiency with 3Shape for:
• • Fixed anterior (cosmetic) restorations
  • Implants (including All-on-4, full-arch cases, and abutments)
  • Removable (including flexible partials)
• Experience designing and planning surgical guides using Read Guide, Chrome, or other dental lab software
• Experience ordering implant parts, placing parts, and performing QC checks in 3Shape
• Discussing treatment plans with doctors

Education/Other Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Must be at least 18 years old
• Must follow all company policies and procedures

Why Join R-Dent?

• Competitive hourly pay based on your expertise
• Stable, full-time schedule with no weekends
• Work with advanced dental technology and a high-performing team
• Growth opportunities within a leading privately-owned dental lab
• Supportive, production-driven environment focused on quality and efficiency

Work Environment

This is an onsite position in our Bartlett, TN laboratory. Candidates should be comfortable working in a fast-paced production environment with a strong focus on accuracy and turnaround time.

Benefits available for full-time employees: Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA, HSA, and 401k with matching available; Paid Holidays and Paid Time Off; and free $25,000 Life Insurance, technician uniforms, and ATC Fitness membership.

ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION: In 1978, a young CDT by the name of Randy Grubb realized the need for a dental laboratory that would offer quality products with high aesthetics and outstanding customer service. Thus, R-Dent Dental Laboratory was born, and we've grown from that idea about quality and service to become the largest privately-owned full-service dental laboratory in Tennessee, Arkansas, and Mississippi.

EOE STATEMENT: We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

OTHER INFORMATION: We use Everify, which requires your social security number to be used to verify your authorization to work. Additionally, we require a satisfactory background check.