CNC Router Operator (Birmingham, AL)

 

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Position Summary

 

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Primary Responsibilities

• Set up and operate an Onsrud M-Series 5x12 CNC Router Table
• Load, secure, and unload materials including, but not limited to:
• Plywood
• MDF
• Solid Surface
• Acrylics and plastics

• Change tooling, set work offsets, and verify programs before cutting
• ​​​​​​​Perform manual nesting and job setup as well as run automated batch programs
• Monitor machine operation and adjust feeds/speeds as needed
• Inspect finished parts to ensure quality, accuracy, and finish standards
• Troubleshoot basic machining or material issues
• Maintain a clean and organized CNC work area
• Perform routine machine cleaning and light preventative maintenance
• ​​​​​​​Work collaboratively with other CNC operators and fabrication staff

 

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Required Qualifications

• Proven experience operating a CNC router in a production or custom fabrication environment
• Experience cutting sheet goods and plastics on a CNC router
• ​​​​​​​Strong understanding of:
  • Safe shop and Machining Practices
  • CNC setup procedures
  • Tooling selection
  • ​​​​​​​Fixturing and hold-down methods

 

• Ability to read shop drawings and job documentation
• Clear communication with Project Management and other Production Staff
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality and Project Deadlines
• ​​​​​​​Ability to work independently while coordinating with a team

 

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Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with custom millwork, exhibit, or specialty fabrication
• Experience cutting acrylics, plastics or solid surface materials
• ​​​​​​​Willingness to cross-train or assist in other shop areas as needed

 

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Schedule & Compensation

• Full-time, hourly position
• Flexible scheduling available, afternoon/evening shift preferred
• Overtime may be required depending on production workload
• ​​​​​​​Hourly rate based on experience

 

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Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand for extended periods
• Ability to lift and handle sheet goods (with assistance as needed)
• Comfortable working in a typical fabrication shop environment
• ​​​​​​​Use of typical PPE including hearing and eye protection

Department: Production
This is a non-management position