Quality Assurance Inspector

Monday – Friday, 1:00 pm – 9:30 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 are 500 team members strong. 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 spans 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 

The Quality Assurance Inspector is responsible for inspecting incoming materials, works in-process and finished goods in the production of machined parts to ensure conformance as defined by ISO 13485:2016, FDA regulated standards, customer specifications, and Argen requirements.

In this role, the successful candidate will: 

• Utilizes microscope, digital calipers, micrometer, optical comparator, vision measurement system, and other related equipment with optimal accuracy. 
• Provides in-process/final inspection and testing as required.
• Provides inspection of outside processing (receiving inspection). 
• Maintains proper inspection and test records. 
• Assures that non-conforming material has been properly identified. 
• Advises the responsible production personnel of the acceptability of products or materials based on results of testing and/or inspection.
• Provides solutions to technical problems and assist on special projects. 
• Maintains lot traceability, log sheets, and good housekeeping practices at all times.
• Maintains a working knowledge of safety policies and regulations to ensure duties of self and others are performed in a safe manner. 
• Other duties as assigned.

What does it take to be successful?

• High school diploma or Spill containment training
• Previous experience working in a GMP facility a plus.
• 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.
• Knowledge of scientific products and services.
• Conform to all customer requirements for background checks, health and safety issues, security clearance.
• Strong communication skills.
• Excellent Customer Service Skills; display a professional can-do attitude.
• Perform duties with the highest regard for safety and quality.
• Ability to learn technical concepts by reading work instructions and standard operating procedures, and completing on-the-job training.
• Ability to understand and follow site protocols, policies and procedures

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!