Production Worker, Gretsch Buffer Corona, CA

Overview

Fender Musical Instruments Corporation (FMIC) is seeking a Production Worker/Buffer for Gretsch in Corona, CA. This role supports the Gretsch production area within Custom Shop Operations and is responsible for preparing, sanding, buffing, polishing, and handling guitar components and finished instruments according to Fender quality standards.

The ideal candidate is reliable, detail-oriented, quality-focused, and comfortable working hands-on in a production environment where craftsmanship, consistency, and care in handling instruments are critical.

• Perform sanding, buffing, polishing, and finishing support work on Gretsch guitar bodies, necks, and/or assembled instruments according to production requirements.
• Inspect parts and instruments to identify cosmetic defects, surface imperfections, scratches, finish issues, or other quality concerns.
• Safely handle, move, and stage guitars, bodies, necks, and related components between work areas to prevent damage.
• Read and follow work instructions, production priorities, spec sheets, and department direction to ensure correct work on correct components.
• Use assigned tools, equipment, compounds, and materials safely and according to established production and safety standards.
• Collaborate with Leads, Builders, Quality, and other production team members to support daily production priorities and resolve issues as they arise.
• Maintain consistent workmanship and productivity while meeting quality expectations for Gretsch instruments.
• Keep work area clean, organized, and free of safety hazards; follow 5S, PPE, and housekeeping expectations.
• Communicate material, quality, equipment, or process concerns to the Lead or Supervisor in a timely manner.
• Support cross-training and assist other areas within Gretsch or Custom Shop Operations as needed.
• Additional duties as assigned.

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Prior manufacturing, production, sanding, buffing, polishing, finishing, or assembly experience preferred.
• Guitar manufacturing or musical instrument experience preferred, but not required.
• Ability to identify basic guitar components such as bodies, necks, hardware, pickups, and finished assemblies.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to identify cosmetic defects or quality issues.
• Ability to follow work instructions, safety procedures, production priorities, and verbal direction.
• Ability to safely lift, move, and handle guitar components and finished instruments with care.
• Reliable attendance, punctuality, teamwork, and willingness to learn additional production processes.

Pay range: $18.00 to $19.00 per hour.

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.