<br>      <br>Research &amp; Development Product Development Specialist<br>Monday-Friday, Full Time<br><br>Argen Corporation currently has an immediate open position for a R&amp;D Product Development Specialist to join our growing team. Do you thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic environment? If you would like 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.<br><br>About Us<br>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.<br><br>About the Opportunity<br>The R&amp;D Product Development Specialist develops and provides in-depth analysis of all of the company’s Zirconia products and product development in all areas of business including manufacturing, production, sales, returns, quality, and customer service. Continuously improves existing products as well as lead new initiatives related to new service segments and new product development.<br>In this role, the successful candidate will:<br>•Brings industry-leading product quality knowledge to product development process.<br>•Subject-matter expert and technical liaison between business development team, R&amp;D, technical support, Marketing and sales teams.<br>• Processes and evaluates test parts, dental crowns bridges implants, Zirconia samples for evaluation and adjustment.<br>• Experience with Dental Shade evaluation, Stain and Glaze process.<br>•Ensures all relevant cross-functions and teams are proactively involved in the requirements gathering and sign off processes to ensure a complete front-to-back delivery.<br>•Partners with technology in the translation of functional requirements into a technical delivery that meets business goals.<br>•Provides training and feedback to production on manufacturing and quality improvement related items.<br>•Builds trusted and strong internal and external customer relationships.<br>• Manages large program / projects or sub projects that form an integral part of complex deliverable related to new or existing products, services or business development.<br>•Identifies product and industry trends or issues. Research and provide feedback.<br>•Other duties as assigned.<br><br>What does it take to be successful?<br>•CDT certification and experience in Product Development / Engineering would be a plus.<br>• 5+ years of Dental Technician / Lab Experience required.<br>•Prior experience as a Dental Lab Technician, Dental Product Sales, Education, or Technical Support preferred.<br>• Knowledge and experience in CAD/ CAM, Digital Design, Dental Materials &amp; Dental Products.<br>• Experience with Milling Zirconia and processing milled dental crowns.<br>• Degree in Business/Marketing or Product Development discipline preferred.<br>•Proficient computer and troubleshooting skills.<br>• Outstanding, persuasive oral and written communications skills.<br>•Ability to achieve group goals and objectives and work effectively across departments and geographies.<br>•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.<br><br>Our Awesome Benefits!<br>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:<br>• Health, Dental and Vision Plan<br>• 401k with Employer Match<br>• Paid Vacation, Holiday and Sick Time<br>• Employee Events<br>• Wellness Programs<br>• Discounts for home, travel, entertainment, relaxation that includes Mobile phone service, Technology, Airline and Hotel, Theater/Theme Park tickets, Restaurants and so much more!<br><br>EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled VEVRAA Federal Contractor