Milling Machine 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 productevolution 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. Essential Functions 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 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. Required Skills/Abilities Develop a strong understanding of the models Strong attention to detail. 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 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 Personal Qualities 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 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 lift 5lbs. Able to work on their feet for the entire shift Nota Bene: 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.