Master Guitar Builder (Luthier)
Job Description
We at F Bass Inc have been crafting boutique basses out of Hamilton, ON since 1978 and we’re looking for a Master Builder to join our small but mighty team.
Details
- Full-time position
- Position available immediately
- Competitive hourly wage based on experience
- Health benefits + vacation pay + paid ‘personal’ days
Main Roles:
Crafting custom instruments including;
- Blueprint and production sheet interpretation
- Lumber processing
- Multi-laminate and exotic top glue up
- Body routing, shaping and carving
- Neck carving and fretting
- Rough and fine sanding
- Quality control
Future growth opportunities may include:
- Product design
- Research and development
- Production management
Requirements
- Must have 5+ years of lutherie and/or fine woodworking experience
- Ability to operate shop machinery including bandsaw, disc sander, hand router, jointer, pin router and thickness planer
- Experience with orbital sanders, balloon sanders, rasps and drawknives
- Ability to maintain and troubleshoot machinery & hand tools
- Keen attention to detail and the ability to problem solve on the fly
- Must thrive in a team environment
- AutoCAD design (Fusion 360) and CNC operation is an asset, but not mandatory
- Certification in woodworking or lutherie is also an asset, but not mandatory
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