CNC Fabrication & Multi-Axis Machining Specia

Kehoe Designs Inc•Chicago, IL

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The CNC Fabrication & Multi-Axis Machining Specialist – Production Administration is responsible for the technical design, fabrication, machining, and execution of custom-built components for high-end event productions. This role combines hands-on operation of multi-axis CNC machinery, CAD/CAM-based fabrication, advanced material handling, and production coordination within a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. The position requires a high level of precision, quality control, safety awareness, independent execution, problem-solving capability, and cost discipline, along with the ability to support production administration and workflow coordination across departments.

Requirements

Minimum of two (2) years of experience in CNC fabrication, machining, or closely related production work.
Hands-on experience operating CNC equipment in a production environment.
Working knowledge of CAD/CAM systems used for fabrication.
Ability to work full-time and on-site in a fabrication and production environment.

Nice To Haves

3-5 Years of experience operating multi-axis CNC equipment (3-axis and 4-axis) in a fast-paced production environment.
Direct hands-on experience with company-specific production equipment such as Multicam CNC routers, FrogMill foam carving systems, and large-format industrial 3D printers (e.g., Modix Everest).
Working knowledge of SolidWorks, Rhino, AutoCAD, or similar CAD software.
Experience supporting custom fabrication for event production projects.
Ability to support production administration and workflow coordination.
Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.

Responsibilities

Set up, program, and operate 3-axis and 4-axis CNC machinery, including large-format CNC routers, foam-carving systems, and digital fabrication equipment used in the company’s production environment.
Generate, modify, develop, and optimize CAM toolpaths to ensure material efficiency, accuracy, waste reduction, and production speed.
Execute CNC fabrication workflows using company production equipment, including CNC routers, foam carving systems, and large-format industrial 3D printing platforms (e.g., Modix Everest).
Prepare fabrication-ready CAD files, cut files, Bills of Materials (BOMs), and assembly documentation.
Support production planning, scheduling, and coordination in collaboration with Production Administration.
Participate in the assembly, testing, adjustments, and final execution of custom event builds.
Perform quality inspections and precision measurements to verify structural integrity, safety compliance, and aesthetic standards.
Track production hours, fabrication steps, and material usage accurately for operational and cost-control purposes.
Collaborate with Production, Creative, Inventory, and Sales teams to ensure feasibility, quality, and on-time delivery.
Troubleshoot fabrication, machining, and production issues under time-sensitive conditions.
Maintain clean, organized, and safe CNC and fabrication areas in compliance with company policies.
Support workflow coordination and assist with administrative production tasks as required.
Comply with all company and departmental safety guidelines and procedures.
Complete required safety and equipment training.
Maintenance and upkeep of all machinery
Interact professionally and respectfully with all internal and external stakeholders.
Assist other departments as needed.
Perform other duties as required.