Sander​/Buffer

About the Organization

Yamaha Guitar Group, Inc. is a leading manufacturer committed to providing the best products for guitar players through several distinct brands:
Yamaha, Line 6, Ampeg, Córdoba, Guild, Humi Case, and DeArmond® pickups.

Yamaha Guitar Group is looking for a motivated and highly technical Sander/Buffer to join the team. This is a temporary position with the possibility of conversion to permanent. The role is based in Oxnard, CA and requires daily commuting.

The purpose of the Sander/Buffer is to achieve the final finish on the ideal guitar. Duties include grinding, lapping, polishing, and operating buffing machine tool settings. The position requires high attention to detail and a steady hand.

• Grind, lap, sand, clean, or polish guitars to correct defects or prepare surfaces for further finishing, using hand tools and power tools
• Hold guitar against rotating buffing wheel to polish to our quality standards
• Remove defects such as orange peel and other finishing imperfections
• Move controls to adjust, start or stop equipment during grinding and polishing processes
• Load and adjust work pieces onto equipment or worktables, using hand tools
• Work with the paint department on repairs, touch ups and fallout, often repairing as needed and on the spot

• Knowledge of finishing processes in a manufacturing or shop environment
• Must have a steady hand with the ability to correctly work with wood surfaces
• Strong communication skills with the ability to provide feedback to fellow workers
• Strong attention to detail

• Results oriented and driven, with a track record for delivering to plan
• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Prior woodworking experience is preferred

• Woodworking experience is a plus
• Ability to work non-standard hours as required
• Understanding of guitar construction, manufacturing processes and machinery in a woodworking environment
• Must be able to stand and walk between departments for most of the day
• Repetitive motions, such as operating machinery, using hand tools, or sanding surface
• Must be able to lift 10-40 pounds
• Comfortable using PPE such as safety glasses, earplugs, and respirators
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize next steps in process, and pivot as needed
• Possess strong verbal and written communication skills

• 401k
• Employee Assistance wellness programs
• Employee product purchase program
• Flexible work options
• Casual dress
• Sick-time
• Salary Range DOE $17/hr - $19/hr
• After conversion to permanent employee status: comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Vision, Dental, LTD, Life Insurance; vacation and personal time; 11 Company Holidays; 1 day to volunteer

Oxnard, CA – Factory

$17.00 - $19.00 an hour

Full-time (partial) - Non-exempt

Yamaha Guitar Group, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity and E-Verify Employer and provides reasonable accommodations consistent with its legal obligations. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

This position is currently accepting applications.