<span>Blade Specialist</span>

Leatherman Tool Group • Portland, OR

384d

About The Position

The Blade Specialist at Leatherman Tool Group plays a crucial role in delivering high-quality multi-purpose products. This position combines advanced blade sharpening expertise with precision assembly and tuning responsibilities, ensuring that the company's premium products meet the highest standards of sharpness, functionality, and quality. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of blade geometry and sharpening techniques, along with the ability to fine-tune and finalize product assembly.

Requirements

• Expertise in blade sharpening across various shapes, designs, and purposes.
• Ability to analyze blade geometry and steel properties.
• Experience with quality assurance and control processes in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality standards.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with production teams.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with advanced sharpening techniques and tools.
• Knowledge of multi-tool assembly and tuning processes.
• Familiarity with quality control documentation and processes.

Responsibilities

• Sharpen or restore blades by hand using grinders, whetstones, and other professional tools to achieve superior edge performance and durability.
• Analyze blade geometry and steel properties to apply appropriate sharpening techniques for various blade types and purposes.
• Perform quality checks and audits on sharpened products, ensuring they meet company specifications and customer expectations.
• Create specialized or requested blade edges for specific applications.
• Maintain sharpening tools and equipment to ensure consistent, optimal performance.
• Collaborate with production teams to troubleshoot challenges and improve sharpening processes.
• Document work completed and provide input on potential process improvements.
• Stay updated with the latest sharpening techniques and technologies to continuously improve the quality of the blades.
• Verify final assembly, ensuring precise fit and alignment of components.
• Tune and adjust folding mechanisms, locks, and blade pivots for optimal functionality and safety.
• Conduct final inspections to verify performance, smooth operation, and aesthetic quality.
• Maintain detailed records of assembly processes and any adjustments made for future reference and quality control.
• Test sharpened edges using tools and techniques such as paper-cut tests and edge retention evaluations.
• Perform quality control checks on fully assembled knives, documenting findings and addressing discrepancies.
• Support special or prototype builds.
• Train team members in advanced sharpening techniques as needed.
• Prepare recommendations for new sharpening tools or technologies to enhance quality and efficiency.
• Support other production roles as necessary during peak workloads.
• Maintain clean and organized workstations to ensure a safe and efficient work environment.
• Maintain and calibrate all sharpening and assembly tools to ensure peak performance.

Benefits

• Medical/dental/vision insurance
• Free/low-cost on-site primary care health center
• 401(k) plan with 4% company match
• Life and disability insurance
• Flexible spending and health savings accounts
• Behavioral health programs
• Pet insurance
• Onsite health coaching
• Lifestyle and fitness programs
• Tuition assistance (Up to $5,250/yr)
• Employee volunteer program
• Employee discounts
• Onsite fitness center
• Paid time off

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Fabricated Metal Product Manufacturing
• Education Level: No Education Listed