CNC Wood Router

Gexpro Services • Brewton, AL

5d • Onsite

About The Position

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

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.
• Math skills using standard and metric measurements.
• Ability to accurately read and use a tape measure and hand tools.
• Basic computer skills.
• 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, background check, and drug test.

Responsibilities

• Load plywood, MDF, and other raw materials, including foam, rubber, and plastics, onto the CNC router and secure them with vacuum hold-down or fixtures as required.
• Set up the MultiCam CNC router by zeroing axes, setting work offsets, and verifying tool length and diameter offsets using 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, confirming 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.
• 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 accurately and on time, including material usage, scrap, and labor records.
• 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; report issues promptly 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 to 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.
• Perform other job duties as directed by management.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Company-paid life and AD&D insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Medical, dental, and vision plans
• Flexible Spending Accounts and Health Savings Accounts
• Voluntary benefits, including critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident, 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