Posted 5 months ago
Deering Banjo Company is the world's largest manufacturer of American Made banjos and we take a great deal of pride in the quality of our instruments. We are currently searching for an experienced individual to join the team as part of the Goodtime Banjo Final Assembly Team.
JOB SUMMARY
The resonator is what we call the back of the banjo. It is a wooden, circular concave back that is designed to help the player project the sound of the banjo forward to the audience.
The successful candidate will be responsible for gluing and molding the plys, before gluing to the resonator sides, adding binding and preparing for finish. Daily quotas and detailing needs of specifications will be expected to be met, ensuring that we succeed as a team to meet our company-wide goals.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Glue and mold back veneers, per model specification
2. Glue back to resonator sides
3. Cut binding slots and install binding per model specification
4. Trim and scrape binding
5. Hand sand/prepare for finish
6. Similar additional duties as required
SKILLSETS REQUIRED:
1. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
2. Strong Attention to Detail
3. Experience with woodwork a plus
4. Experience with stringed/fretted instruments (manufacturing/repair) a plus
5. Experience with power tools and hand tools (bandsaw, Dremel, chisels, etc.)
EXPECTATIONS:
1. Demonstrate a positive and professional attitude
2. Maintain a clean and safe work area
3. Ensure that production requirements and standards are met consistently
4. Operate machinery correctly, safely, and with care
5. Work cooperatively with the production team to meet quotas and goals
6. Observe all safety guidelines
7. Follow all written and verbal instructions
8. Attend all safety and production training/meetings
9. Able to work five 8-hour shifts, Monday through Friday.
TRAITS:
1. Take pride in your work
2. Trustworthy and dependable
3. Responsible and takes ownership of role
4. Loyal and dedicated
MACHINERY & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
1. Sitting: 50%
2. Standing: 50%
3. Bending: Occasionally
4. Lifting Requirements (lb and frequency):
This role utilizes the use of commercial grade machinery including:
1. Custom made presses
2. Commercial Table Saw
3. Radial Arm Saw
4. Band Saw
5. Thickness planer
Only reliable, honest and hardworking people who enjoy being a part of a growing, family-owned business need apply. We are located in Spring Valley, just 10 miles East of downtown San Diego at Highway 94 and Kenwood Drive. The successful candidate will also have a great attitude and a willingness to help the entire team succeed.
Production hours would be 6:30 am - 3:30 pm and we look for honest, dedicated people looking to help create our fine musical instruments. If you feel you are a good fit, please apply. We would love to hear from you!
BENEFIT: Deering Banjo Company offers a fun, relaxed yet very professional working environment where every member of the team has a personal desire to see the company succeed on every level and achieve its objectives. Our benefits include Healthcare Plans, 401K, PTO accrual as well as employee banjo lessons, and the opportunity to build an instrument of your choice.
PAY RANGE: $16-$18ph depending on experience and position offered.
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