Spector Musical Instruments is looking to add a member to their Custom Shop team just outside Woodstock, NY. This position would be responsible for the sanding of our flagship, built-to-order, basses, both wood sanding and finish/inner coat sanding. This position requires high attention to detail, strong work ethic, a desire to achieve the highest quality of workmanship. This is a full time position, 5 days a week, on site in Shokan, NY, working as a part of a small, dedicated team of builders carrying on the legacy of the Spector name and quality.
ACCOUNTABILITIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Wood sanding of basses post CNC and hand carving, taking instruments from machine and file marks, through various sanding grits, to a fine finished product, ready to be stained or sprayed with finish.
- Learning and applying skills to sand various types and hardness of woods, both domestic and exotic
- Sanding of inner coats of finish, leveling out layers of applied finish, and pore filling as necessary for various types of exotic woods.
- Color correcting fills in finishes when necessary
REQUIREMENTS / QUALIFICATIONS:
- High attention, and fine eye, for detail
- Strong work ethic
- Willingness to learn
- Woodworking experience preferred
- Finishing experience preferred
- Guitar/Bass knowledge preferred
Salary Range: $18-$20 per hour