Quality Assurance Technician 2 - Testing & QMS

Leupold + Stevens, Inc.; Beaverton (OR); On-site; USD 39,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

affordable health and dental insurance

training and professional development

tuition reimbursement

401K retirement account contributions

profit sharing

product discounts

Job summary

Leupold & Stevens, Inc. is seeking a Quality Assurance Technician 2 – Testing & QMS to conduct audits, train operators, and support continuous improvement initiatives.

The role emphasizes cross-functional teamwork across quality, operations, and value stream engineering to ensure product quality and process reliability. Requirements include a high school diploma or GED and technical training or an associate degree.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Associates degree in a technical field or 2 years technical training and 2 years related experience.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Training in internal auditing, root cause analysis, corrective and preventive action.
• ASQ Certified a plus, CQT (Technician) preferred.
• ERP / MRP experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist Quality Engineering in developing assembly process and product audit plans.
• Conduct assembly process and product audits; provide on-the-spot feedback and training to operators.
• Assist in Business Process Audits.
• Create records of audit results and status reports of corrective actions.
• Adhere to audit schedules and notify stakeholders of changes.
• Respond to operators needing help using test methods or confirming measurements.
• Operates and sets up complex test equipment and software.
• Support QEs with performance test results and post-condition reports.
• Participate in problem solving and continuous improvement activities.
• Follow written procedures and work instructions.
• Other duties as assigned by manager or supervisor.

Skills

Quality Assurance

Auditing

Communication

Microsoft Excel

Root cause analysis

Corrective and preventive action

ASQ Certified a plus

CQT (Technician) preferred

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree in a technical field

Tools

ERP / MRP experience

Microsoft Office

Job description

Quality Assurance Technician 2 – Testing & QMS

Friday-Monday, 1:30 PM to 12:00 AM

Base Pay: $25.00 - $30.00 (DOE) + $3.00/hour Shift Differential

For over 100 years, we’ve manufactured high-quality products right here in the USA. We still operate out of our Oregon-based factory to this day, producing innovative, battle-proven optics for the world's most relentless hunters, shooters, law enforcement officers, and military personnel. Regardless of the product, whether it's a red dot or a riflescope, we design and manufacture it with one goal in mind—to ensure it performs for life.

At Leupold and Stevens we’re American to the Core and passionate about what we do. Product excellence and uncompromising quality are our top priorities. We’ve built a collaborative, high-performance culture where team players with innovative ideas and a sense of urgency thrive.

Our benefits package is amazing:

• affordable health and dental insurance
• a strong commitment to training and professional development including an internal skills development program for all manufacturing team members
• a generous tuition reimbursement program
• company contributions up to 8% of base pay into a 401K retirement account
• profit sharing
• and great product discounts (to name a few)

What You’ll Be Doing as a Quality Assurance Technician 2 – Testing & QMS:

Depending on assignment the person in this role will conduct audits, provide results and the status of corrective actions. Provide training and assistance to operators with regard to quality tools and processes. Perform product evaluation testing and be an active participant in continuous improvement activities on cross functional teams including quality, operations, and the value stream engineering teams.

• Assist Quality Engineering in developing assembly process and product audit plans
• Conduct assembly process and product audits; provide on-the-spot feedback and training to operators
• Assists in Business Process Audits
• Create records of audit results and findings and status reports of corrective actions
• Adhere to audit schedules and notify stakeholders of any changes / updates
• Respond to operators who need help using test methods or confirming measurements.
• Performs set-up and operation of complex test equipment and software
• Support QEs with performance test results, including pre & post condition evaluation reports.
• Participate in problem solving and continuous improvement activities
• Follow written procedures and work instructions
• Any other duties as assigned by the manager or supervisor

Skills and Experience You’ll Need as a Quality Assurance Technician 2 – Testing & QMS:

• High school diploma or GED required
• Associates degree in a technical field or 2 years technical training and 2 years related experience in any of the following areas: machine shop, mechanical assembly, optical assembly, and/or optical systems and components required. Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Good written and verbal communication skills required
• User knowledge of Microsoft computer software products (Excel, Word, Outlook, etc.) required.
• Training in the following disciplines:
  • Internal auditing
  • Root cause analysis
  • Corrective and preventive action
• ASQ Certified a plus, CQT (Technician) preferred
• ERP / MRP experience preferred

Work Environment for a Quality Assurance Technician 2 – Testing & QMS:

Works takes place in a standard manufacturing environment.

A core business objective at Leupold & Stevens is to maintain a workplace in which each employee can achieve their full potential. The company was founded on the principle of giving customers and our team members ‘A Square Deal’; to us, this means advocating for the employment opportunities and advancements of all individuals regardless of race, color, sex, national origin, age, religion, physical or mental disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law. We resolutely believe all aspects and privileges of employment should be determined by skills and behaviors, not personal identities. We also post the federally required "Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal" notice for all employees and applicants.

With our commitment to make our application process and workplace accessible for individuals with disabilities, we will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for an individual applicant to participate in the job application process. To request an accommodation to the application process, please send an email to [e-mail] or call [phone] and a Leupold & Stevens representative will contact you.

Leupold & Stevens, Inc. is a drug free workplace. All final candidates must successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check.

Leupold & Stevens, Inc. complies with all applicable FAR & DFAR regulations.

We hire U.S. citizens and persons lawfully authorized to work in the U.S. All new employees must complete an INS Employment Eligibility Verification Form (I-9). Positions may require a deemed export control license for compliance with applicable laws and regulations. Placement is contingent on Leupold & Stevens, Inc.’s ability to apply for and obtain an export control license on your behalf.

Leupold & Stevens, Inc.

14400 NW Greenbrier Parkway

Beaverton, Oregon 97006