Neck Line CNC Operator

Gibson Inc., the leading iconic guitar brand, has shaped the sound of generations of musicians and music lovers across genres for over 130 years. Founded in 1894 and headquartered in Nashville, Gibson has a legacy of world-class craftsmanship, legendary music partnerships, and progressive product evolution that is unrivaled among musical instrument companies. The Gibson portfolio includes Gibson, the leading guitar brand, as well as many beloved and recognizable music brands, including Epiphone, which has been on every stage since 1873, Kramer, the original MADE TO ROCK HARD guitar brand, Gibson Amps, the home of tone, KRK, behind great music for over 30 years, and Maestro, the founder of effect pedals.

Job Summary

The purpose of the Neckline/Fingerboard CNC Operator is to take radius cut fingerboards and mill precise inlay routings that prepare the components to be assembled into the final product. Inlay routing is where the fingerboards are cut to accept the inlays. Team members are required to have great attention to detail and intimate knowledge of the different models and machine programs. This is where a fingerboard begins to take on the characteristics that determine what model it will be and is a vital process in the creation of a guitar that is both beautiful and unique.

Essential Functions

• Learn and execute standard operating procedures.
• Safely operate complex CNC machinery.
• Perform routine checks for safety and quality on all tools associated with machines.
• Inspect incoming material for proper quality and quantity.
• 95% pass rate based on production requirements.
• Operate to a set weekly output schedule.
• Understands and meets quality standards (Specs.)
• Maintains product flow at appropriate rate.
• Adheres to department protocols (5S and Safety)
• Adherence to the Gibson Cardinal Safety Rules as per the Gibson Playbook for Cardinal Safety Rules and General Safety Rules.
• Obligation to submit safety observations for identified hazards using the safety observation QR code.
• Support the comprehensive Safety Management System (SMS) to ensure a safe work environment, maintain compliance with regulations, and improvement of our safety processes.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities

• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints as well as adjusting offsets.
• Outstanding time management skillset with the ability to prioritize without direct supervision.
• Develop a strong understanding of all guitar models.

Required Education and Experience

• Results oriented and driven, with a track record for delivering to plan.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.

Essential Knowledge

• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Project management skills combined with ability to work as part of a team

Personal Qualities

• Passionate about working and winning in a team environment.
• 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, challenging, and fast paced environment

Travel Requirements

• Occasional travel to other facilities may be required, typically less than 10% of the time.

Physical Demands

• Basic physical stances and actions (sitting, standing, walking)
• Must be able to stand entire shift and lift guitars throughout the shift.

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.

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