Milling Machine Operator

GIBSON Inc•Nashville, TN

2d•Onsite

About The Position

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 Milling is to inspect, prep, and combine raw wood to provide the best single unit materials to the body assembly and neckline processes. Team members are required to have a great attention to detail and intimate knowledge of the types, and properties of wood. Milling is where a Gibson Guitar begins, and is a vital process in the creation of a guitar that is both beautiful and has that distinct Gibson Sound.

Requirements

Develop a strong understanding of the models
Strong attention to detail.
Results oriented and driven, with a track record for delivering to plan.
Must be 18 years of age or older
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Solutions oriented approach to challenges/issues
Outstanding time management skillset with the ability to prioritize without direct supervision
Team work and project management skills combined with ability to work as part of a team
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 available for overtime and occasional Saturdays

Responsibilities

Learn and execute standard operating procedures
Inspect raw wood material for cracks, pitch pockets, and grain defects
Utilize Opera 5 sander to produce units with optimal finish and thickness
Receive, organize, and label incoming shipments of raw material
Maintain 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)
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.