Maintenance Technician

Gibson Inc., the leading iconic guitar brand, has shaped the sound of generations of musicians and music lovers across genres for over 130 years. Founded in 1894 and headquartered in Nashville, Gibson has a legacy of world-class craftsmanship, legendary music partnerships, and progressive product evolution that is unrivaled among musical instrument companies. The Gibson portfolio includes Gibson, the leading guitar brand, as well as many beloved and recognizable music brands, including Epiphone, which has been on every stage since 1873, Kramer, the original MADE TO ROCK HARD guitar brand, Gibson Amps, the home of tone, KRK, behind great music for over 30 years, and Maestro, the founder of effect pedals.

Job Summary

The maintenance technician oversees maintenance needs to include the repair and maintenance of production equipment, air conditioning and humidification systems, and hydraulic and pneumatic systems. CNC Maintenance experience a plus.

Essential Functions

• Program and operate PTH equipment (Printers, Placers, Oven, AOI and AXI)
• Assist in developing and refining manufacturing process with manufacturing engineers
• Validate production equipment
• Participating in manufacturing trials by preparing coupon-level samples
• Collect data using metrology
• Supervise automated electrical and mechanical test equipment
• Roll out process changes to production equipment
• Responding to advanced maintenance issues
• Interact daily with Manufacturing Engineers to communicate results and receive tasks
• Assist with root cause analysis
• Assist Manufacturing Engineers with ensuring equipment and processes meet production capacity targets and outputs
• Assist with IT support when necessary.
• Assisting the product development team on validating New Product Introduction (NPI) from a manufacturing perspective; PCB validation, component verification, validation, etc. 
• Adherence to the Gibson Cardinal Safety Rules as per the Gibson Playbook for Cardinal Safety Rules and General Safety Rules.
• Obligation to submit safety observations for identified hazards using the safety observation QR code.
• Support the comprehensive Safety Management System (SMS) to ensure a safe work environment, maintain compliance with regulations, and improve our safety processes.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities

• Excellent communication skills, verbal and written
• Excellent time management skills 
• Able to multi-task on time-sensitive projects 
• Willingness to learn new tasks/skills
• Effective listening skills 
• Confidential handling of sensitive trade secrets
• Tech savvy and willing to learn new software
• Outstanding time management skillset with the ability to prioritize

Required Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent degree or related work experience
• Min 5 years of experience with Electronic, Electromechanical, and mechanized systems

Essential Knowledge

• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Project management skills combined with ability to work as part of a team

Personal Qualities 

• Passionate about working and winning in a team environment.
• Results oriented and driven, with a track record for delivering to plan.
• Flexibility to adapt quickly to changing circumstances. Able to proactively question and challenge to prioritize and identify solutions in timely manner.
• Clear and logical thinker.
• Relish working in a company with a diverse, challenging, and fast paced environment.

Travel Requirements

• Involves traveling to various locations throughout Nashville.

Physical Demands

• Sit, stand, bend, with lifting to 50 pounds daily.