Job Summary: The purpose of a Scraper is to remove all fill and color from the binding, and peghead inlays. This job is accomplished through the meticulous use of spring steel blades. Scrape enables the beauty of each guitars non-wooden accents to shine through helping create the signature aesthetic of a Gibson Guitar.
Essential Functions:
- Learn and execute standard operating procedures.
- Remove fill and color from binding and accents.
- Able to use a razor blade safely and effectively.
- Correcting any minor defects such as scratches and dings with 320 grit sandpaper.
- 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)
Required Skills/Abilities:
- Strong attention to detail.
- Develop a strong knowledge of the different models.
- 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.
Education and Experience:
- Results oriented and driven, with a track record for delivering to plan.
- Must be 18 years of age or older.
Physical Demands:
- Must be able to stand entire shift and lift guitars throughout the day.
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.
Skills Required
- Must be at least 18 years old
- Strong attention to detail
- Ability to safely and effectively use a razor blade
- Ability to learn and execute standard operating procedures
- Ability to meet quality standards and a 95% production pass rate
- Strong time management and prioritization skills without direct supervision
- Teamwork skills and ability to work as part of a team
- Ability to stand for the entire shift
- Ability to lift guitars throughout the day
- Results-oriented and able to deliver to plan
What We Do
Gibson, the leading iconic guitar brand, has shaped the sounds of generations of musicians and music lovers across genres for 127 years. Founded in 1894 and headquartered in Nashville, Gibson Brands has a legacy of world-class craftsmanship, legendary music partnerships, and progressive product evolution that is unrivaled among musical instrument companies. The Gibson Brands portfolio includes Gibson, the leading guitar brand, as well as many of the most beloved and recognizable music brands, including Epiphone which has been on every stage since 1873, Kramer the original MADE TO ROCK HARD guitar brand, MESA/Boogie the home of tone, and KRK behind great music for over 30 years. Gibson Brands is dedicated to quality, innovation, and sound excellence so that music lovers for generations to come will continue to experience music shaped by Gibson Brands. Learn more at Gibson.com and follow us on Twitter, Facebook, Gibson TV, and Instagram.
