CNC Router Operator

Ethan Allen; Maiden (NC); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Ethan Allen is seeking a router operator to support plywood processing operations. You will prepare sheets, load and run the router based on work orders, and stack finished parts for transport. The role includes handling scrap, operating a forklift, and keeping the area clean and safe.

Prior manufacturing experience is preferred, with ability to lift up to 50 lbs and follow written directions. This on-site position requires basic math, reliability, and willingness to perform occasional

Qualifications

• Ability to read and follow directions (verbal and written).
• Basic math skills for counting and simple calculations.
• Previous experience preferred in manufacturing or woodworking environments.

Responsibilities

• Move plywood sheets to milling board and prepare for router loading.
• Load/select work orders on touch screen and initiate cuts.
• Stack cut parts on frame buggy and manage scrap plywood in scrap buggy.
• Operate forklift to restock plywood and deliver to router area.
• Clean dust with vacuum or air gun and inspect boards for loading.
• Perform weekly machine shutdown cleanup and assist with non-routine tasks.

Skills

Forklift operation

Router operation

Plywood handling

Tools

Vacuum system

Touch screen

Grinder conveyor

Job description

1. Use suction lift to move plywood sheets to milling board on table for inspection and prep prior to loading the router.
2. Slide plywood sheet and milling board from roller table to router and fit into place.
3. Load/Select work order on touch screen and initiate cut.
4. Pull cut parts and stack on frame buggy.
5. Break up plywood scrap and place in scrap buggy, then sweep floor around work area/CNC.
6. Push frame buggy to line up and push scrap buggy when1/2 full to grinder conveyor and dump scraps.
7. Roll milling board through vacuum system to remove dust and then slide board back to inspect/load table.
8. Clean router table using air restricted blow gun and/or vacuum to remove excess dust.
9. Use forklift to restock plywood sheets by picking up a hack of plywood (35 sheets) from stock and take it to router.
10. Weekly clean-up - Hit the “E” Stop switch and climb on machine to wipe down.
11. May perform other duties/ special or non-routine assignments as instructed.

Requirements:

• Ability to read and follow directions (verbal and written) May require basic math skills: counting, adding and subtracting
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs
• Previous experience preferred