Band & Orchestra Inspector

Overview

Sweetwater, the nation’s #1 online retailer of pro audio equipment and musical instruments, is seeking to hire a Band and Orchestra Inspector to add to our growing Band and Orchestra team. In this role, an instrument inspector will learn and perform our 40-point inspection process for each type of Band and Orchestra instrument, receive training on basic instrument set-up and repairs, and unbox/rebox instruments for shipping.

This is an opportunity to get hands-on and be a part of the Sweetwater Difference by making sure the instruments that reach our customers are held to the highest standard of quality. Relocation to our state-of-the-art campus in Fort Wayne, IN is required.

• Inspect at least one family of instrument – woodwind, brass, or orchestral string.
• Unbox instruments safely and rebox them carefully to prevent shipping damage.
• Work quickly and efficiently to meet productivity goals while maintaining our higher-than-manufacturer standards for instrument quality.
• Inspect both new and returned retail and rental instruments.
• Utilize inventory software and follow proper inventory control procedures.
• Other duties as assigned including shop cleaning, fulfilling and shipping rental instruments, and assisting the repair and rental teams.

• Degree in music preferred but not required.
• Experience playing at least one type of woodwind or brass instrument at an advanced high school ability level.
• High level of attention to detail and focus.
• Ability to work under pressure while maintaining patience and a positive attitude.
• Ability to work while sitting or standing for long periods of time.
• Ability to consistently lift instrument cases and boxes up to 40 pounds.
• Previous experience in a production or warehouse environment a plus.

• WOWs The Customer – Deep passion and desire for creating amazing customer & colleague experiences
• Gets Things Done – Great work ethic and moves with a sense of urgency
• Obsesses over the Details – committed to paying attention to the details
• Drives Continuous Improvement – Always focusing on effective and efficient work and ways to get better
• Develops the Future – committed to pursuit of growing personally & professionally and has a focus on bringing your colleagues along with you on that journey