JOB DETAILS

PAINT PRODUCTION BUFFER/SANDER

CompanyWarmoth Guitar Products
LocationUnited States
Work ModeOn Site
PostedJanuary 21, 2026
About The Company
Warmoth Guitar Products, Inc. is an American manufacturer and distributor of electric guitar and bass parts, catering particularly to small scale manufacturers, custom builders, amateur constructors, and professional artists such as Rivers Cuomo and Matt Sharp (Weezer), Ed King (Lynyrd Skynyrd), and Kerry Livgren (Kansas). The company headquarters are located in Puyallup, Washington. Warmoth makes guitar and bass parts, tailored to the specifications of the customer. Customers can choose from various styles of guitars including Stratocaster and Telecaster, and various styles of basses including Jazz Bass and Precision Bass, among others. Warmoth is licensed by Fender to produce Fender-trademarked headstock shapes. Unique choices in materials and construction are available for all parts of the guitar. Warmoth specializes in providing unique parts, but does not offer complete assembly of the guitar.
About the Role

Description

Location: On-site at our Puyallup, WA location
Hours: Full-time, Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 4:30pm
Pay Range: $17.13 - $17.33
Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance and Employee Assistance Program, 401(k) with up to a 4% employer match, Paid Holidays, Vacation and Sick Leave


Don’t have Experience? No problem. If you fill all of the Job Requirements, We Can Train You!


Job Description:

Sand and buff painted guitar bodies and necks. Prepare parts for finish, seal, dye, repair and clean-up work, final manual cleaning, and organize product. Cross-train to other duties within the Paint department as needed by the department.


Job Duties Include:

  • Operate a buffing wheel and hand polish guitar necks and guitar bodies
  • Operate an electric and pneumatic sander and hand sand to prep surfaces for a variety of finishes
  • Inspect necks and bodies to be painted for repair, prepping and/or painting defects
  • Performance evaluation is based on both quality and efficiency – working at a quick pace while maintaining superior quality standards
  • Ensure health & safety of yourself and others by following policies, procedures and act in a safe manner at all times

Requirements:

  • Good vision to include close and distance vision, depth perception, ability to focus and be able to distinguish color hues in various lighting
  • Hand-eye coordination and finger dexterity for fine detail sanding
  • Attention to detail
  • Physically fit to be able to work standing for an 8-hour period and lift 30 pounds
  • Able to bend, reach and twist upper and lower body
  • Conscientious of safety (safety equipment provided)
  • Tolerant of the dusty environment, wood preservers, solvents
  • Positive attitude and be able to work in a team environment
  • Able to follow instructions
  • Able to stay focused and alert while performing repetitive tasks
  • Dependable
  • Strong work ethic
  • Reliable transportation
  • High School Diploma or Equivalent
  • Experience with equipment related to painting and finishing (spray guns, sanders, paint booths, buffers, etc.) is a plus

Who We Are:

Warmoth Guitar Products is a family owned/operated business located in Puyallup on South Hill. We manufacture replacement guitar parts and have been in business for over 40 years. Our company is continually growing as a leader in the industry, and we are looking for bright individuals to complement our team. Learn more about us at www.warmoth.com.


For consideration, please include:

  • A current resume & references
  • A description of any qualities that you possess that are described in the Job Requirements section and how they would benefit our company

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $17.13 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

  • 401(k) 4% Match
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Employee discount
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Schedule:

  • 5x8
  • 8 hour shift
  • Day shift
  • Monday to Friday
  • No weekends

Education:

  • High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

  • Fast Paced Production: 1 year (Preferred)
  • Manufacturing: 1 year (Preferred)
  • Woodworking: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

  • Driver's License (Required)

Ability to Commute:

  • Puyallup, WA 98375 (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Key Skills
Attention To DetailHand-Eye CoordinationFinger DexteritySafety AwarenessTeamworkDependabilityStrong Work EthicAbility To Follow InstructionsFocusAlertnessPhysical FitnessColor DistinctionSandingBuffingInspectionRepair
Categories
ManufacturingTradesCreative & Media
Benefits
MedicalDentalVisionLife InsuranceEmployee Assistance Program401(k) with up to a 4% employer matchPaid HolidaysVacationSick Leave
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
The primary responsibilities include sanding and buffing painted guitar bodies and necks, preparing parts for finishing, and ensuring quality standards are met. Additional duties may include cross-training for other tasks within the Paint department as needed.
📋Job Type
full time
💰Salary Range
$17 - $17
📊Experience Level
0-2
💼Company Size
32
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
40 hours
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