Guitar Neck Sander – Guitar Manufacturer

Warmoth Guitar Products, Inc.; Puyallup (WA); Vor Ort; USD 24.000 - 49.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Employee discount

401(k) with employer match

Paid holidays

Vacation

Sick leave

Zusammenfassung

Warmoth Guitar Products, Inc. is seeking an Entry Level Neck Sander to join our manufacturing team in Puyallup, WA. This on-site role includes training, full-time hours, and a stable daytime schedule, with starting wages and potential for growth as you learn the craft of neck manufacturing.

You will hand sand guitar necks, address fine details, and prep components for the next steps in production. We offer comprehensive benefits and a team-focused environment that values craftsmanship.

Qualifikationen

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• One year of relevant woodworking/production experience preferred.
• Knowledge of electric sanders and hand tools.
• Ability to stand for 8 hours and lift up to 50 lbs.

Aufgaben

• Hand sand the neck to address fine details such as the fingerboard ramp and heel transition.
• Remove cutter marks, hard lines, and scratches to reach the desired shape and quality of neck.
• Sand the headstock and heel to remove sharp edges, scratches, dents and other imperfections.
• Sand the perimeter of the neck, removing tear out and machining marks.
• Drill out truss rod holes on the top and bottom of the neck and install truss rods into the neck back.
• Identify the fingerboard type and size and pair it with a neck shaft.
• Glue fingerboards to the front of the neck.
• Install filler strips and plugs into the neck according to style.
• Install dots and side dots with the correct material and into their proper locations.
• Perform final quality control and cleanup by inspecting the neck for quality standards.

Kenntnisse

Hand sanding

Woodworking

Attention to detail

Quality focus

Repetitive work

Ausbildung

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Electric sanders

Hand tools

Jobbeschreibung

Entry Level! We will train you!

Hours: Full-time Monday - Friday, 8:00am -- 4:30pm

Compensation: Starting Wage $17.13, Wage Range $17.13 - $35.68/hour

Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Employee Assistant Program, Employee Discount Program, 401(k) with up to a 4% employer match, Paid Holidays, Vacation and Sick Leave

Job Description

The Neck Sander completes all stages of the Neck Manufacturing process, ensuring each guitar neck is ready to proceed to the next step of the manufacturing process. They will prepare the neck by cutting, shaping, and sanding the rough wooden surface to achieve a flawless texture, paying careful attention to detail to meet part specifications and uphold the craftsmanship of the instrument.

Primary Job Duties/Responsibilities Include:

• Hand sand the neck to address fine details such as the fingerboard ramp and heel transition.
• Remove cutter marks, hard lines, and scratches to reach the desired shape and quality of neck.
• Sand the headstock and heel to remove sharp edges, scratches, dents and other imperfections.
• Sand the perimeter of the neck, removing tear out and machining marks.
• Drill out truss rod holes on the top and bottom of the neck and install truss rods into the neck back.
• Identify the fingerboard type and size and pair it with a neck shaft.
• Glue fingerboards to the front of the neck.
• Install filler strips and plugs into the neck according to style.
• Install dots and side dots with the correct material and into their proper locations.
• Perform final quality control and cleanup by inspecting the neck for quality standards.

Education & Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• One year of relevant woodworking, fast paced production, and manufacturing experience preferred

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

A thorough knowledge of:

• of a variety of electric sanders, other electric tools and hand tools

Able to:

• stand and occasionally walk for an 8-hour period
• bend, reach and twist upper and lower body
• move items up to 50 lbs.
• stay focused and alert while performing repetitive tasks
• work at a quick pace while maintaining superior quality standards
• maintain hand-eye coordination and finger dexterity for an 8-hour period
• maintain good vision to include close vision and depth perception for an 8-hour period

Working Environment:

This position does not supervise other positions but may assist in training other employees. It is full-time, onsite, Monday to Friday from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM. The work location for this position is manufacturing and may experience a loud and/or dusty environment. This work area is not temperature controlled and may experience higher temperatures in the summer. This individual will primarily work independently but may interact with team members as needed throughout the day.

Who We Are

Warmoth Guitar Products, maker of the finest custom guitar and bass parts on the planet, is a family owned and operated business located in Puyallup on South Hill. Warmoth is the largest manufacturer of quality custom guitar and bass parts in the US for over 45 years. We love guitars and our customers love them too. Learn more about us at www.warmoth.com.