Leatherman Tool Group, the leading manufacturer of multi-tools, is seeking talented individuals to join our growing team. With a rich heritage of craftsmanship and a commitment to delivering exceptional products, you'll be part of a culture that values innovation, creativity, and continuous improvement. We prioritize quality, environmental responsibility, and operational excellence in our manufacturing processes. Join us at Leatherman Tool Group and contribute to our mission of creating innovative tools that empower people to take on the expected and unexpected, resulting in real tales of triumph.
Position Summary:
Provide meaningful information about both risk and performance over the entire supply chain through the application of a QMS system, data acquisition, and standardized reporting. Provide Quality Engineering solutions to maximize the benefits or gains to the organization from the Quality Management System and Continuous Improvement activities.
Essential Functions:

• Lead or contribute to Supplier Qualification and Reporting activities, including onsite supplier system audits.
• Lead or contribute to New Equipment Qualification, including creation of runoff criteria, definition and validation of inspection methods, and travel to manufacturers to perform runoff validation.
• Contribute to New Product Introduction through definition and tracking of metrology strategies, control plans, document release status, and supplier qualification and audit.
• Identify metrology strategies to meet GR&R requirements.
• Design custom gages and fixtures as necessary to support both legacy and new products.
• Identify and implement new metrology technologies in support of current and proposed manufacturing processes.
• Establish and manage plant-wide standards for applying Statistical Process Control including standards for calculating control limits and reporting process capability.
• Advise QA Technicians for the proper alignment of specific SPC techniques with specific work cells.
• Manage a plant-wide strategy for process inspection SPC and records; including selection and deployment of software, software enhancements, and reporting standards.
• Define and implement improvements to the Quality Management System as necessary through creation and revision of controlled Procedures and Work Instructions.
• Lead and Participate in CAPA projects applying structured problem-solving techniques and root cause analysis.
• Create and develop Acceptance Test Plans which align with quality standards or expectations of the organization.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Industrial, Manufacturing Engineering or other related discipline required.
• CQE preferred.
• Ten or more years of experience in a high-volume manufacturing environment which provides knowledge of Quality & Engineering Principles such as: process capability, advanced dimensional measurement, SPC, and root cause analysis. (substitute five years of experience with Master’s Degree)
• Ability to perform complex problem solving utilizing the DMAIC methodology.
• Ability to interpret 2D prints and 3D models utilizing current GD&T standards.
• Must have strong analytical, statistical and critical thinking skills.
• Experience in basic and advanced dimensional measurement techniques including: Micrometer, Optical Comparator, CMM, and Vision / Camera based inspection equipment.
• Experience with custom gage design and application.
• Excellent skills in interpersonal relationships, communication and teamwork.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills with the ability to speak and communicate effectively with both senior management and production.
• Work independently and possess a high level of self-motivation and initiative.

Physical Demands
While performing the duties of this job, the employee will frequently sit; use hands to handle, grasp, or keyboard; reach with hands and arms; and talk and hear. The employee occasionally stands or walks; climbs; stoops or crouches; and pushes/pulls. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.
The employee frequently lifts and/or moves up to 5 lbs., and occasionally lifts and/or moves up to 55 lbs. The employee frequently pushes/pulls an average of 40 lbs., and occasionally pushes/pulls up to 70 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception.
Working Conditions/Physical Hazards
While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in an office environment, and occasionally exposed to production environment. Work area is well lit and air conditioned. All employees are expected to adhere to Company safety policies and wear personal protective equipment when exposed to work areas or performing tasks where it is required. Position will be in-office based in our Portland, OR factory.
We care about the Health and Wellbeing of our Employees
Leatherman believes having healthy employees contributes to a healthy and productive workplace and community. While we're all responsible for our own overall health and well-being, Leatherman works toward helping employees make healthy lifestyle choices and changes that improve their health and overall quality of life through its many Health and Wellbeing Resources.

• Medical/dental/vision
• Free/low cost on-site primary care health center
• 401(k) plan with company matching
• Life and disability insurance
• Flexible spending and health savings accounts
• Behavioral health programs
• Pet insurance
• Onsite health coaching
• Lifestyle and fitness programs
• Tuition assistance
• Employee volunteer program
• Generous employee discounts
• Onsite fitness center
• Paid time off

Core Values
We have integrity in everything we do. We pursue excellence. We empower each other to reach our full potential.
Mission
Inspire, equip, and prepare everyone with innovative tools to take on the expected and unexpected.
Vision
Be the most useful brand in the world.
Leatherman Is An Equal Opportunity Employer
For more information on Leatherman, visit our Careers page:
https://www.leatherman.com/careers

Education
Required

• Bachelors or better in Engineering

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $85,000.00 per year