Inventory Control Supervisor I

Monday – Friday, 7:00 am - 3:00 pm

About Us

At Argen, we’re in the business of creating healthy, confident smiles one case at a time. Argen is a global leader in dental manufacturing with headquarters in San Diego, CA, subsidiaries in Canada, Germany, UK, and China, and sales in 105 countries worldwide. We have a team of 400 Awesome team members. Founded more than 50 years ago as a precious metals company in South Africa, Argen has grown to become the largest dental zirconia manufacturer in North America, largest dental alloy provider worldwide, and leader in digital dentistry solutions with a product offering that span fixed, removable, ortho, implants, and equipment. Our 140,000 square foot manufacturing center houses more than 150 3D printing and milling machines and operates six days a week. Argen’s products are held to the highest standards of quality, and are FDA 510(k) cleared, ISO 13485 certified, and MDSAP compliant. Argen embodies a culture of innovation, continuous improvement, and LEAN practices in support of our mission to help our dental laboratory customers succeed.

About the Opportunity

Manages receiving, inspection and control of materials at various stages. Strategizes and recommends Inventory Control policies and programs.

In this role, the successful candidate will:

• Manages receiving, inspection and control of materials at various stages of alloy production.
• Ensures all Inventory movement and transactions are in the QAD system.
• Reviews all transactions to ensure they are recorded correctly. 
• Manages the Precious Manufacturing Inventory Control operations toward the accomplishment of objectives. 
• Recommends department operating policies. 
• Supervises maintenance of all equipment used in the department. 
• Sets up and maintains inventory controls and levels to conform to budgets and forecasts. 
• Coordinates and collaborates with other departments in establish­ing and carrying out responsibilities. 
• Supervises the day-to-day operations of Argen’s Precious Manufacturing Inventory Control Department. 
• Produces reports to facilitate continuous improvement efforts and improve employee performance in alignment with objectives. 
• Develops a high-performance work team that exceeds objectives in quality and throughput.
• Motivates and coaches employees by assessing employee performance and providing helpful feedback and training opportunities. 
• Delegates tasks and manages progress to ensure successful completion of department objectives. 
• Creates and reinforces a culture of teamwork and actively resolves conflicts within the team. 
• Manages proactively by holding regular 1on1s and team meetings to ensure open lines of communication and professional development for direct reports. 
• Strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate a diverse workforce. 
• Other duties as assigned.

What does it take to be successful?

• High school diploma or equivalent required. 
• 1-3 years of people management experience.
• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written.
• Problem solving capabilities.
• Must have basic computer skills including Microsoft Excel and Word
• Experience working in a manufacturing environment is a plus.
• Experience with an ERP computer program is a plus.
• 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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