Manufacturing Associate I

About the Opportunity

Argen Corporation currently has an exciting opportunity for a Manufacturing Associate I 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.

Schedule: Monday – Friday, 2:00pm – 10:30pm

In this role, the successful candidate:

• Follow department work instructions and adhere to customer and industry standards for dental products.
• Adhere to work instructions to properly operate mechanical equipment as needed.
• Visually check medical devices and perform operations according to work instructions.
• Identify and recommend disposition of defective items for rework or scrap.
• Understand the product manufacturing process from initial steps through final inspection.
• Complete all documentation as required.
• Maintain a safe and clean work area.
• Cross training in one or more areas of manufacturing.

What does it take to be successful?

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• One plus years of experience working in a Manufacturing environment with minimal supervision preferred.
• Proficiency in one or more areas of Argen manufacturing.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Ability to follow instructions and readily accept additional responsibilities.
• Attention to detail and quality focused.
• Passionate about industry and desire to contribute where needed.
• Schedule adherence and dependability.
• Ability to meet tight deadlines and meet production goals.
• Ability to follow detailed directions in a manufacturing Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) environment is required.
• 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!

• Medical, Dental and Vision Plans
• 401k with Employer Match
• Paid Time Off and Holidays
• Employee Events
• Wellness Programs
• Discounts for home, travel, entertainment and so much more!

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 research and development, continually improving on our current products and developing new solutions for the dental industry. Argen provides our global customers with affordable, high-performance products and industry-leading customer service. Argen’s products are FDA regulated and ISO certified.