Inventory Control Clerk

Monday - Friday, 7:00 am - 3:30 pm

Argen Corporation currently has an exciting opportunity for an Inventory Control Clerk to join a growing, technology-focused and service-oriented team. If you thrive in a fast- paced and dynamic environment, and want to be a part of an organization with an unwavering commitment to quality dental solutions, then explore our career opportunities and get to know Argen.

About Us

Argen is a family-owned and privately held company based in San Diego, CA with a state-of-the-art manufacturing center that provides high quality dental solutions to dental labs of all sizes. Founded as a precious metals company in South Africa, Argen has evolved into a dynamic, technology-based manufacturing organization focused on three key business segments, including dental alloys, zirconia, and digital dentistry solutions. Argen continues to invest in innovative product improvement initiatives through its Quality Management System to provide our global customers with affordable, high-performance products and industry-leading excellent service. Argen's products are FDA regulated and ISO certified.

About the Opportunity

An Inventory Control Clerk tracks, reviews, and monitors all incoming material and supplies used in production or resale to ensure compliance to the appropriate standards. Responsible for assuring that all materials leaving the factory have passed quality testing and the product records are accurate and complete before releasing products to the appropriate department(s) for shipment.

In this role, the successful candidate will:

• Receives, inspects and controls materials at various stages of the production process.
• Records inventory movement and transactions in the enterprise resource planning (ERP) system, QAD.
• Reviews and verifies all transactions are recorded correctly.
• Performs data entry to process inventory transfers and generate paperwork.
• Maintains all records and documentation adhering to established procedures.
• Receives and controls customer product returns, scrap, and non-conforming products.
• Controls laboratory samples leaving and returning to the manufacturing process.
• Releases material to the internal departments.
• Inspects incoming material to ensure it meets appropriate standards and is from an approved vendor.
• Inspects all materials and products leaving the factory to ensure predetermined standards have been met.
• Controls non-conforming products and scrap material until disposition is completed.
• Inspects the integrity and weight of every item that is being controlled.
• Completes all necessary paper work and maintains the appropriate records.
• Other duties as assigned.

What does it take to be successful?

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• One plus years of experience working in a manufacturing environment preferred.
• Ability to learn technical concepts by reading work instructions and standard operating procedures, and completing on-the-job training.
• Proven experience following instructions and accepting additional responsibilities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Adherence to tight deadlines and production goals.
• Organizational skills and prioritizing multiple tasks.
• Problem solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently with attention to detail and focus on quality.
• Familiarity working with computers and various computer programs.
• Passionate about industry and desire to contribute where needed.
• Ability to learn technical concepts by reading work instructions and standard operating procedures, and completing on-the-job training.
• Knowledge of cGMP regulations ISO 13485, 21CFR Part 820, CMDR SOR/98-282, 93/42/EEC, RDC 16 2013, MHLW MO 169 and TG(MD)R Sch3 preferred.

Our Awesome Benefits!

Working for a growing innovative company like Argen means exciting opportunities for training and learning, career development and advancement from only the best in the dental industry. With all that hard work, Argen is committed to ensuring the welfare of its employees and provides an amazing benefit package that includes:

• Health Plans
• Dental Plans
• Vision Plan
• 401k with Employer Match
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• Employee Events
• Wellness Programs
• Discounts for home, travel, entertainment, relaxation that includes Mobile phone service, Technology, Airline and Hotel, Theater/Theme Park tickets, Restaurants and so much more!

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