CNC Wood Router

Gexpro Services • Brewton, AL

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The CNC Wood Router Operator sets up, programs, and operates a MultiCam CNC router to produce high‑quality wooden components and parts, as well as occasional foam, rubber, and plastic materials to drawing and work‑instruction specifications. This role selects and sets tooling, optimizes nests for material yield, performs first‑piece and in‑process inspections, and documents production in the ERP system. The operator performs basic program edits at the machine, executes routine and preventive maintenance, and upholds safety, quality, and on‑time delivery requirements. The CNC Wood Router Operator collaborates with Engineering, Quality, and Production teams and reports to the CNC Manager.

Requirements

• Possess a High School Diploma or equivalent, certification or technical school.
• 1 year of experience in manufacturing work setting.
• Mechanical Aptitude
• Able to read and interpret work instructions
• Fluent in both written and spoken English
• Perform Math skills in standard and metric measurements
• Able to accurately read/use a tape measure and hand held tools
• Basic computer skills
• Passion for doing a job well
• A “self-motivated” team player
• Able to work effectively in South Alabama climate conditions
• Able to stand for long periods of time, crawl, squat, and climb without tiring easily
• Able to lift 50 pounds with reasonable accommodations
• Pass visual acuity test
• Must pass a background check and drug test

Responsibilities

• Load plywood, MDF, and other raw materials (foam, rubber, plastics) onto the CNC router and secure 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 per setup sheets.
• Call up and run approved CNC programs per work instructions to produce quality parts to print, making minor edits at the controller when necessary.
• Interpret blueprints, drawings, and work orders; confirm dimensions, tolerances, notes, and material specifications prior to cutting.
• Perform first‑article inspections and document results; monitor dimensions during production using tape measure, calipers, squares, and gauges.
• Hand‑route edges and perform light manual drilling or countersinking operations on parts as needed to meet drawing and cosmetic requirements.
• Select, install, and set up tooling per engineering requirements; 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; verify vacuum integrity and part hold‑down before and during cutting.
• Spray and hand paint wood parts to support production and on‑time delivery, following finish specifications and safety guidelines.
• Complete all required work order documentation accurately and on time; record material usage, scrap, and labor as instructed.
• Enter and maintain production transactions in the ERP system using tablets or computers; update job status to support scheduling and traceability.
• Perform routine and preventive maintenance on CNC machines (e.g., lubrication, filter checks, cleaning, alignment checks) and report issues promptly to maintenance
• Troubleshoot common machining issues (e.g., chatter, tear‑out, poor edge quality) and escalate complex problems to the CNC Wood Manager.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work area; follow all safety policies, PPE requirements,
• Prepare materials, tooling, and fixtures to ensure efficient changeovers and minimize downtime between jobs.
• 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.
• Other job duties as directed by management

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Company Paid Life and AD&D Insurance
• Short Term and Long-Term Disability
• Various Medical, dental, vision plans to best suit your needs
• Flexible Spending Accounts and Health Savings Accounts
• Voluntary benefits that include critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident, discounts on pet, home and car insurance
• Employee assistance program and Health wellness programs
• 401(k) immediately with a competitive match
• Several paid holidays and paid time off that includes personal, sick and vacation time.

What This Job Offers

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