JR108442 Operations Technician/Machine Operator / Wood / 1st Shift

Position Summary

Candidate/Incumbent will program and operate CNC woodworking machinery, as well as finishing and assembly of components as required.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and operate CNC machines to perform a variety of tasks
• Understand specifications of the task and the desired result by reading blueprints, mechanical drawings, etc.
• Translate instructions into computer commands to enable the machines to perform the correct function
• Prepare and load raw materials and parts onto the machines
• Conduct a test run to check if the machines produce outputs according to specifications
• Set machines to complete full cycles to fabricate a large number of parts
• Supervise the machines while they execute the tasks and make any necessary adjustments to produce a better result
• Inspect and measure finished products to ensure the process has been completed properly
• Check and maintain machinery daily to ensure optimum functionality

Required Skills

• Two year associates degree preferred
• Background in woodworking field preferred

Required Experience

• Proven experience as a CNC operator preferred
• Prior skill in operating CNC machinery and tooling preferred as well as precision measurement tools
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical documents and drawings
• Mechanical aptitude and excellent math skills
• Basic understanding of computer programming and CAD/CAM preferred