Hand Sander

OVERALL JOB PURPOSE

Creating the ideal bare wood guitar. Hand Sanders are the last step in the back plant process of building a guitar. They are responsible for ensuring that moving forward the guitar has no gaps, dings, scratches, or chip outs, and that all areas are sanded to spec. Hand Sanders are intimately familiar with wood, including the types Gibson uses, how it reacts to heat, and moisture. This position is a critical step in creating an instrument that is both playable and aesthetically pleasing.

ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Learn and execute standard operating procedures
• Successfully cross training in all sanding processes including Body Sand and Neckfit
• Must be able lift, move, and Hand Sand 16 guitars per shift
• 95% pass rate based on production requirements
• Understands and meets quality standards (Specs.)
• Maintains product flow at appropriate rate
• Adheres to department protocols (5S and Safety)

PERSON SPECIFICATION

Required Experience and Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of plant processes preferred, both forward and backward from the Whitewood Dept.
• Strong attention to detail.

Essential Skills & Knowledge

• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Solutions oriented approach to challenges/issues
• Outstanding time management skillset with the ability to prioritize without direct supervision
• Teamwork and project management skills combined with ability to work as part of a team

Personal Qualities

• Results oriented and driven, with a track record for delivering to plan
• Flexibility to adapt quickly to changing circumstances. Able to proactively question and challenge to prioritize and identify solutions in timely manner
• Clear and logical thinker
• Relish working in a company with a diverse and fast paced environment
• Must be able to lift 10lbs.
• Able to work on their feet for the entire shift
• Must be available for overtime and occasional Saturday’s

Nota Bene: The company’s Job Descriptions are not intended to be a complete detailed account of all expected/anticipated activities. We operate in a fast-moving and competitive global environment and therefore need employees to be flexible.