Router Operator

La-Z-Boy•Newton, MS

About The Position

The Router Operator sets up and processes plywood parts through routers and other wood-cutting machines, cutting parts to the specifications shown in part prints. The role includes preparing and monitoring machinery, checking part quality and dimensions, tracking quantities and time, moving completed parts, and performing preventive maintenance while following safety and workplace organization standards.

Requirements

Equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to perform the duties.
Basic computer skills.
Ability to read part prints and use a tape measure, calipers, and depth gauges.
Ability to work with computerized equipment.
Ability to lift 50 lbs.

Nice To Haves

Mechanical knowledge to help troubleshoot problems.
PIV license as needed.

Responsibilities

Obtain work orders to determine which parts to process.
Set up, calibrate, and change over machines to meet print specifications.
Feed wood stock through machinery to create specified parts.
Monitor machines for correct cutting, drilling, and other operations.
Check parts for quality according to the control plan.
Use part prints, a tape measure, calipers, and depth gauges to verify specifications.
Count and record part quantities and complete timesheets.
Move finished parts to their storage location.
Perform daily and weekly preventive maintenance tasks.
Follow proper lockout/tagout procedures after being certified and trained.
Follow health and safety standards.
Maintain a clean workplace according to 5S standards.
Perform other tasks as assigned.