Senior Technician (Manufacturing)

Senior Technician (Manufacturing)

Join the Gerber Gear Team in Portland, OR!

At Gerber Gear, we're all about creating high-quality, innovative tools and knives that people trust in the outdoors, at work, and at home. Our Portland team is passionate about craftsmanship, safety, and performance, and we're looking for talented, driven individuals to help us design, build, and deliver gear that makes a real difference. If you're ready to be part of a legacy of precision, durability, and adventure, explore our opportunities in Portland today!

This role supports manufacturing engineering and factory maintenance staff through involvement in troubleshooting tooling, programming, and/or fixture support. This role is responsible for Identifying opportunities for improvement such as improved fixture design, adjusting programs to more efficiently meet expectations, and reduced setup exchange time.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES (other duties may be assigned)

• Assist in optimizing the performance of products, machinery, and equipment.
• Assist with programming and initial set-up of product through product launch phase.
• Assist with evaluation of repairs needed when equipment requires overhaul to improve performance
• Design and modify equipment tooling, make required mathematical calculations; prepare schematics and determine supplier needed.
• Periodic monitoring of setup activities to ensure fixtures and tooling continue to perform as expected.
• Support process documentation surrounding mechanical maintenance to reduce machine down time.
• Reduce scrap and rework rates through evaluation of cause.
• Train co-workers on safe and efficient use of machinery and equipment.
• Support the implementation of CI principles, methods and tools, e.g. 6S, standard work, visual management, and others.
• Participate in evaluations for improvements through manufacturing kaizen events.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Associate's degree plus 3 years of relevant experience; or equivalent combination of experience and education (for example, 5 years relevant experience)
• Experience with mechanical design and solid modeling preferred
• Experience using Solidworks preferred
• Experience with injection molding preferred
• Experience with machining and/or robotics a plus

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as operating and maintenance manuals, blueprints, and electrical schematics.
• Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, or print form.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions
• Proficiency with Microsoft Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Ability to collaborate and communicate effectively with cross functional teams, internally and externally
• Contribute to a positive culture that promotes a collaborative work environment
• Candidate must be comfortable with a fast paced, rapid change environment and be able to multi-task across projects with excellent organizational skills.

TRAVEL: <5%
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Standing for prolonged periods of time
Sitting for prolonged periods of time
May lift up to 35 lbs without assistance

Gerber Legendary Blades is an Equal Opportunity Employer with a drug free environment. We are committed to employing a diverse workforce. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or disability.

Last day of application:

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At Fiskars Group, we value providing benefits that matter to you and cater to our diverse global workforce, no matter where you are in the world. While benefits may vary based on location, here are some of the incredible offerings you can expect when joining our team:

Competitive Compensation: We ensure that our employees are fairly compensated based on industry standards and local market factors.

Health and Wellness: Your well-being matters to us and we want to help you achieve it. We offer well-being focused programs (funds for wellness activities; gym, yoga classes, etc.) and health insurance plans including medical, dental, and vision so you can take care of yourself and your loved ones.

Work-Life Balance: We understand the need for balance in your life. Our paid time off plans and flexible work arrangements and policies are designed to accommodate local customs and personal commitments, enabling you to thrive in both your professional and personal life. We currently offer hybrid work arrangements where possible.

Professional Development: We believe in nurturing talent and supporting professional growth. Through training programs, skill development initiatives, and learning resources, we empower our employees to reach their full potential.

Future Planning: We care about your future. We offer retirement contribution matching providing you with financial security in your post-work years.

Employee Support: Life happens, and we're here to support you. We currently offer paid sick leave, paid parental leave (for both birthing and non-birthing parent) and employee assistance programs and resources to address local needs, offering confidential counseling, financial guidance, and other valuable support services.

Inclusive and Diverse Environment: We value diversity and promote inclusivity. Join a workplace where your unique background and perspectives are celebrated, fostering collaboration and respect across all our markets.

Recognition and Rewards: We believe in celebrating and recognizing the contributions of our employees worldwide. Our recognition programs are designed to acknowledge exceptional performance and achievements, ensuring that your efforts are celebrated and valued. We offer bonus incentives, and profit sharing.

Vested Interest: Through our Employee Share Purchase Plan (ESPP), you have the opportunity to invest in Fiskars Group and become a proud co-owner, sharing in the success and growth of the company.

Employee Discounts: We want to ensure our team members make each day extraordinary with use of our products and offer product discounts across our brands.

Please note that specific benefits may vary based on local regulations, market conditions, and other factors. We are committed to providing competitive and meaningful benefits to our employees in every market we operate.

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Pioneering design to make the everyday extraordinary

Fiskars Group (FSKRS, Nasdaq Helsinki) is the global home of design-driven brands for indoor and outdoor living. Since 1649, we have designed products of timeless, purposeful, and functional beauty, while driving innovation and sustainable growth. In 2024, Fiskars Group's global net sales were EUR 1.2 billion and we had close to 7,000 employees. We have two Business Areas (BA), Vita and Fiskars.

BA Vita offers premium and luxury products for the tableware, drinkware, jewelry and interior categories. Its well-known brands include Georg Jensen, Royal Copenhagen, Wedgwood, Moomin Arabia, Iittala and Waterford. In 2024, BA Vita's reported net sales were EUR 605 million. Already 50% of BA Vita's net sales comes from direct-to-consumer sales, comprising approximately 500 stores and approximately 60 e-commerce sites.

BA Fiskars consists of the gardening and outdoor categories, in addition to the scissors and creating, as well as cooking categories. The brands include Fiskars and Gerber. In 2024, BA Fiskars' net sales were EUR 547 million.