Quality Assurance Receiving Inspector II

Within Fender Musical Instrument Corporation’s (“FMIC”) global Manufacturing team, we are focused on delivering operational excellence to the business and our customers by promoting collaboration, building trust, and setting high standards.  Our mission is to support and enable the makers who fuel the pursuit of musical expression.  We are currently searching for an exceptional Quality Assurance Receiving Inspector II to join our team in Corona, CA.

An American icon, Fender was born in Southern California and has built a worldwide influence extending beyond the studio and the stage. A Fender is more than an instrument, it’s a cultural symbol that resonates globally.

The Quality Assurance Receiving Inspector II will provide complete guitar inspection which also includes, but is not limited to, performing some troubleshooting, the generation of quality alerts, and checking for possible mechanical or cosmetic defects. Will also make minor repairs and fine tune guitars according to company specifications.

 

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the visual, dimensional and or functional inspection of incoming material, which may include but is not limited to: metal, electronic, plastic and wooden components.
• Keep records of the inspections performed and the results obtained.
• Perform First Article inspections per specific instructions as required.
• Use the information collected to decide what parts require more inspection, less inspection or no inspection at all.
• Provide support in the improvement of inspection plans based on experience and the data collected.
• Work closely with warehouse personnel to expedite urgent inspections in order to prevent production shut downs. 
• Provide timely reports to the quality, materials and production departments about major issues found during the inspection process. 
• Participate in the MRB process as required.
• Welcoming of frequent change productively and performing other essential duties in and around the receiving inspection area as assigned. 

 

Education & Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.

• Can clearly and effectively communicate with team members/leadership in order to complete assigned tasks.
• Great organization skills and detail oriented.
• Ability to use measurement equipment such as calipers, micrometers, ring, pin and thread gages among others.
• Computer skills in the use of SAP, Back Stage. Experience in the use of Microsoft Windows is a plus. 
• Ability to read drawings.
• Ability to follow directions, both verbally and written.
• Consistently conducts themselves in an ethical manner with integrity and is always respectful towards other team members.
• Patience and ability to seek out information prior to making good judgment decisions.
• Safety focused individual, always wears PPE, documents safety concerns asks for assistance from EH &S as needed.

  

About Fender Musical Instruments:

Fender Musical Instruments Corporation (FMIC) is one of the world’s leading musical instrument manufacturers, marketers and distributors, whose portfolio of brands includes Fender®, Squier®, Gretsch®, Jackson®, EVH®, Charvel® and Groove Tubes®, among others. For more information, visit www.fender.com. FMIC offers a competitive benefits package which includes medical, dental, 401(k), paid time off, and an equipment purchase program to help you get the band back together. Fender Musical Instruments Corporation is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, gender, age, color, religion, disability, veterans’ status, sexual orientation, or any other protected factor.

Fender is required by law in certain jurisdictions to include a pay scale in the job posting for this position.  “Pay scale” means the salary or hourly wage range that Fender reasonably expects to pay for this position; it is neither a promise nor a guarantee of the compensation that the successful candidate will receive.  The pay scale for this position takes into account the wide range of factors that Fender considers in making compensation decisions, including, without limitation: skill set, experience, and training, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.  If this is a remote position, the pay scale disclosed herein may be adjusted further based upon the applicable geographic differential associated with the location from which the successful candidate will work.  Please note that it is not typical for a Fender employee to be at or near the top of the pay scale for their role – especially