Guitar Inspector

Overview

Fender Musical Instruments Corporation (FMIC) is a leading musical instrument manufacturer, marketer and distributor with a diverse portfolio of brands.

Guitar Inspector — Distribution

• Inspect guitars and amps for cosmetic and functional quality; identify mechanical or cosmetic defects.
• Perform adjustments, minor repairs, and tuning to meet product specifications using hand tools (calipers, files, truss rod wrenches, screwdrivers, etc.).
• Place products on workstation and conduct thorough inspections, including cosmetic finish checks and surface quality assessments.
• File bone nut slots to specification and sand to achieve a smooth radius finish.
• Measure with ruler and caliper to capture radius specifications and verify component alignment.
• Tune guitars for playability and intonation; ensure all component parts are installed correctly and meet finish criteria.
• Adjust components (bridge/saddle, nut, neck, pickups) as needed to meet criteria.
• Inspect for damage or scratches that do not meet criteria; wipe and buff guitars requiring a smooth shine finish.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

• 1–2 years of experience and/or training, preferably in production inspection and guitar playing experience.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Strong guitar-building, woodworking and finishing skills with a solid understanding of raw material specifications.
• Excellent knowledge of models in current and past production; familiarity with fret leveling/dressing.
• Guitar playing background; strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience with calipers, micrometers, digital multimeters, guitar-building hand tools, feeler gauges, soldering equipment, and buffing wheels.

Fender Musical Instruments Corporation (FMIC) is one of the world’s leading musical instrument manufacturers, marketers and distributors. For more information, visit

Fender Musical Instruments Corporation is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants without regard to race, gender, age, color, religion, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other protected factor.