CNC Wood Router

Gexpro Services • Brewton, AL

6d • $16 - $20 • Onsite

About The Position

The CNC Wood Router Operator sets up, programs, and operates a MultiCam CNC router to produce wooden components and parts, as well as occasional foam, rubber, and plastic materials, according to drawings and work instructions. The role includes selecting and setting tooling, optimizing nests for material yield, completing first-piece and in-process inspections, and documenting production in the ERP system. The operator makes basic program edits at the machine, performs routine and preventive maintenance, and supports safety, quality, and on-time delivery requirements. The position collaborates with Engineering, Quality, and Production and reports to the CNC Manager.

Frontier Technologies, now part of Gexpro Services, provides energy, services, engineering, and logistics offerings, including fabrication, assemblies, subtractive manufacturing, and rework, repair, or refurbishment of A-C components. The company has locations in Brewton and Theodore, Alabama.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent, certification, or technical school.
• One year of experience in a manufacturing work setting.
• Mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to read and interpret work instructions.
• Fluency in written and spoken English.
• Ability to perform math using standard and metric measurements.
• Ability to accurately read and use a tape measure and hand tools.
• Basic computer skills.
• Motivation to do quality work and ability to work effectively as a self-motivated team player.
• Ability to work effectively in South Alabama climate conditions.
• Ability to stand for long periods and crawl, squat, and climb without tiring easily.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds with reasonable accommodations.
• Must pass a visual acuity test.
• Must pass a background check and drug test.

Responsibilities

• Load and secure plywood, MDF, and other raw materials, including foam, rubber, and plastics, on the CNC router using vacuum hold-down or fixtures as required.
• Set up the MultiCam CNC router, including zeroing axes, setting work offsets, and verifying tool length and diameter offsets against setup sheets.
• Run approved CNC programs according to work instructions and make minor edits at the controller when necessary.
• Interpret blueprints, drawings, and work orders, and verify dimensions, tolerances, notes, and material specifications before cutting.
• Perform first-article inspections, document results, and monitor production dimensions using measuring tools and gauges.
• Hand-route edges and perform light manual drilling or countersinking as needed to meet drawing and cosmetic requirements.
• Select, install, and set up tooling; monitor tool wear and replace tools to maintain cut quality and cycle time.
• Optimize feeds, speeds, and step-downs for wood and soft materials to balance finish quality, tool life, and throughput.
• Surface and maintain the spoil board and verify vacuum integrity and part hold-down before and during cutting.
• Spray and hand-paint wood parts according to finish specifications and safety guidelines.
• Complete work order documentation and record material usage, scrap, and labor accurately and on time.
• Enter and maintain production transactions in the ERP system using tablets or computers and update job status for scheduling and traceability.
• Perform routine and preventive CNC machine maintenance, including lubrication, filter checks, cleaning, and alignment checks; promptly report issues to maintenance.
• Troubleshoot common machining issues and escalate complex problems to the CNC Wood Manager.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work area and follow safety policies and PPE requirements.
• Prepare materials, tooling, and fixtures for efficient changeovers and reduced downtime.
• Collaborate with Engineering and Quality to resolve drawing questions, improve cut strategies, and reduce scrap and rework.
• Support training and knowledge sharing with team members as directed by management.
• Perform other job duties as directed by management.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation.
• Company-paid life and AD&D insurance.
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage.
• Medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Flexible Spending Accounts and Health Savings Accounts.
• Voluntary benefits including critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident coverage, and discounts on pet, home, and car insurance.
• Employee assistance program and health wellness programs.
• 401(k) with a competitive match, available immediately.
• Several paid holidays and paid time off, including personal, sick, and vacation time.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED