Job Description
Location: Wokingham
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
Contract: Full-time, on-site
A modern, forward-thinking digital dental laboratory is seeking a CAD/CAM Lead to take ownership of its digital design and production workflow. This is a key role in guiding the CAD/CAM function, developing processes, and ensuring that high-quality restorations are delivered consistently and efficiently.
Key Responsibilities
• Lead the CAD/CAM operation, ensuring smooth daily workflow and on-time case delivery
• Oversee digital design using 3Shape and/or EXOCAD, ensuring accuracy and quality
• Manage CAM processes and supervise milling machine operation, maintenance and calibration
• Produce highly accurate 3D printed dental models
• Support, mentor and upskill junior CAD/CAM colleagues
• Develop and refine digital workflows to improve efficiency and output quality
• Collaborate with the wider lab team to troubleshoot cases and ensure excellent customer outcomes.
Skills & Experience
• Strong hands-on experience with 3Shape and/or EXOCAD
• Proven experience in a CAD/CAM or digital dental lab environment
• Confident in 3D printing systems and CAM/milling workflows
• Able to lead, mentor and support a small team
• Strong problem-solving skills with a high attention to detail
• Takes pride in delivering high-quality digital restorations
• Excellent communication skills and a collaborative mindset
• Dental knowledge preferred, but training can be provided for the right candidate
What’s on Offer
• Competitive salary
• Leadership role within a progressive digital dental lab
• Professional development and structured training opportunities
• GDC fees reimbursed
• Employee discount scheme
• Employee assistance programme