Quality Assurance Receiving Inspector

Fender Musical Instruments Corporation is a world-famous brand with offices across the globe. Fender was born in Southern California and has built a worldwide influence beyond the studio and the stage. A Fender is more than an instrument; it’s a cultural symbol that resonates globally. We are currently searching for an exceptional Quality Assurance Receiving Inspector to join our team in Corona, CA. The Quality Assurance Receiving Inspector will provide complete guitar inspection which also includes, but is not limited to, performing some troubleshooting, the generation of quality alerts, and checking for possible mechanical or cosmetic defects. Will also make minor repairs and fine tune guitars according to company specifications. Essential Functions: Maintain a safe working environment in compliance with procedures and safety regulations Ensure quality standards are met Conduct critical non-routine visual, dimensional, mechanical, and functional inspections following general inspection guidelines Keep records and documentation of inspections Assist Quality Assurance during internal audits Inspect incoming materials, confirming they meet drawings and specifications, conducting visual and measurement tests, and documenting rejections of unacceptable items Inspect in-process production, ensuring it aligns with applicable drawings and specifications, conducting visual and measurement tests, and documenting any required corrections Additional duties as assigned Qualifications: High School diploma or equivalent 1 year experience with quality control 1 year experience with measuring instruments About Fender Musical Instruments: Fender Musical Instruments Corporation (FMIC) is one of the world’s leading musical instrument manufacturers, marketers and distributors, whose portfolio of brands includes Fender®, Squier®, Gretsch®, Jackson®, EVH®, and Charvel® among others. For more information, visit

FMIC offers a competitive benefits package which includes medical, dental, 401(k), paid time off, and an equipment purchase program to help you get the band back together. Fender Musical Instruments Corporation is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, gender, age, color, religion, disability, veterans’ status, sexual orientation, or any other protected factor. Fender is required by law in certain jurisdictions to include a pay scale in the job posting for this position. “Pay scale” means the salary or hourly wage range that Fender reasonably expects to pay for this position; it is neither a promise nor a guarantee of the compensation that the successful candidate will receive. The pay scale for this position takes into account the wide range of factors that Fender considers in making compensation decisions, including, without limitation: skill set, experience, and training, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. If this is a remote position, the pay scale disclosed herein may be adjusted further based upon the applicable geographic differential associated with the location from which the successful candidate will work. Please note that it is not typical for a Fender employee to be at or near the top of the pay scale for their role – especially as a new hire – and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. Subject to the foregoing, the current pay rate for this position is $17 to $18 per hour.