Milling Machine Operator

GIBSON Inc • Bozeman, MT

19h • Onsite

About The Position

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
• 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

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
• Achieve a 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)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed