Certified Technician - Experienced Musical instrument Repair Technician

Conn Selmer; Elkhart (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Conn Selmer in Elkhart, Indiana is seeking aQuality Inspector to inspect, grade, adjust, and play test multiple instruments. The role involves setting up instruments for play-out-of-the-box experiences and reporting improvements to enhance product quality.

You will support other facilities and collaborate with Quality, Manufacturing, Product Development, and Engineering teams, applying repair knowledge and precise attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Musical Instrument Repair experience (1+ years), BIRT School Certification/Diploma preferred.
• Strong playing experience on one to two instruments required, multiple instruments preferred.
• Some repair knowledge, experience, and techniques on one to two instruments required, multiple instruments preferred.
• Experience or understanding of working with small tools, measuring instruments or parts.
• Proficient in the English language with excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Word, Excel).

Responsibilities

• Inspect, grade, adjust, and play test one to two different instruments.
• Adjusting and setting up different instruments to meet the “Play out of the Box” customer expectation.
• Reporting on improvements to better the quality of the projects produced.
• Inspect, grade, and adjust all trial and returned products.
• Follow and uphold all processes and procedures to maintain the quality standards for cosmetics and instrument functionality.
• Assisting the South facility in projects as well as reaching operational goals and objectives.
• Assisting the Quality, Manufacturing, Product Development, and Engineering team with technical input.

Skills

Musical Instrument Repair

Instrument playing

Repair knowledge

Small tools

MS Office

Self-motivation

English communication

Education

BIRT School Certification/Diploma

Tools

Measuring instruments

Job description

• Inspect, grade, adjust, and play test one to two different instruments
• Adjusting and setting up different instruments to meet the “Play out of the Box” customer expectation
• Reporting on improvements to better the quality of the projects produced
• Inspect, grade, and adjust all trial and returned products
• Follow and uphold all processes and procedures to maintain the quality standards for cosmetics and instrument functionality
• Assisting the South facility in projects as well as reaching operational goals, and objectives
• Assisting the Quality, Manufacturing, Product Development, and Engineering team with technical input

Description

• Inspect, grade, adjust, and play test one to two different instruments
• Adjusting and setting up different instruments to meet the “Play out of the Box” customer expectation
• Reporting on improvements to better the quality of the projects produced
• Inspect, grade, and adjust all trial and returned products
• Follow and uphold all processes and procedures to maintain the quality standards for cosmetics and instrument functionality
• Assisting the South facility in projects as well as reaching operational goals, and objectives
• Assisting the Quality, Manufacturing, Product Development, and Engineering team with technical input

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Inspect, grade, adjust, and play test one to two different instruments
• Adjusting and setting up different instruments to meet the “Play out of the Box” customer expectation
• Reporting on improvements to better the quality of the projects produced
• Inspect, grade, and adjust all trial and returned products
• Follow and uphold all processes and procedures to maintain the quality standards for cosmetics and instrument functionality
• Assisting the South facility in projects as well as reaching operational goals, and objectives
• Assisting the Quality, Manufacturing, Product Development, and Engineering team with technical input

SPECIFIC DUTIES

• Assess condition of instruments as received
• Perform adjustments to instruments in order to achieve the standard for each product
• Play test instruments
• Assist with packaging finished products for shipment or presentation to customer
• Assist other inspection responsibilities as necessary
• Assists in developing plans and procedures to improve inspections and setups
• Accepts, rejects, or quarantines products to pre-established standards and protocols
• Flexibility to work in all areas of the facility as directed
• Other duties as assigned by the facility quality lead or facility manager

Pre-determined Qualifications

• Musical Instrument Repair experience (1+ years), BIRT School Certification/Diploma preferred
• Strong playing experience on one to two instruments required, multiple instruments preferred
• Some repair knowledge, experience, and techniques on one to two instruments required, multiple instruments preferred
• Experience or understanding of working with small tools, measuring instruments or parts
• Proficient in the English language with excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (e.g.: Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.)
• Ability to work independently as a self-starter with an expectation for positive results
• A willingness to learn and thrive as part of a dynamic team of experts

Physical Requirements

• Ability to walk and/or stand for majority of shift
• Vision correctable to 20/20
• Ability to safely lift to 40 pounds unassisted
• Ability to perform repetitive work for a prolonged period
• Exposure to manufacturing environment including dust, noise, and vibration
• Frequent kneeling, crouching, bending, stooping, reaching, and pushing carts