As a CNC Woodworking Technician, you will be responsible for operating advanced automated production cells to manufacture high-quality, precision-engineered components. You will play a critical role in maintaining high throughput, ensuring strict quality standards, and optimizing the performance of complex CNC nesting and edgebanding machinery.
About the Role
As a CNC Woodworking Technician, you will be responsible for operating advanced automated production cells to manufacture high-quality, precision-engineered components. You will play a critical role in maintaining high throughput, ensuring strict quality standards, and optimizing the performance of complex CNC nesting and edgebanding machinery.
Responsibilities
- Operate automated CNC nesting routers and edgebanding lines, ensuring programs are loaded correctly and tooling is optimized for production.
- Manage material flow through automated storage and retrieval systems, verifying specifications against work orders to prevent errors.
- Monitor robotic offloading and sorting systems to ensure consistent output quality and efficient workflow.
- Perform first-article inspections and periodic quality checks to verify dimensions, edge finishes, and hole placements.
- Execute daily preventive maintenance and cleaning schedules to keep equipment in peak operating condition.
- Maintain a clean, organized workspace by adhering to 5S standards and safety protocols.
- Troubleshoot machine faults and perform minor adjustments to maintain production targets and minimize downtime.
Qualifications
Required Skills
- 3+ years of experience operating industrial woodworking or CNC production equipment.
- Proficiency in CNC operating software and the ability to interpret technical cut lists and blueprints.
- Strong understanding of cabinet manufacturing materials, hardware, and assembly techniques.
- Proven ability to perform precision measurements and conduct thorough quality inspections.
- Physical capability to lift up to 75 lbs and stand for the duration of a shift.
- Commitment to safety, reliability, and effective communication with production teams.
Preferred Skills
- Hands-on experience with Biesse, Homag, or similar high-end CNC nesting and edgebanding systems.
- Familiarity with automated panel storage, retrieval, and robotic unloading technologies.
- Experience with tooling changeovers, including blade, collet, and glue-pot maintenance.
- Current forklift certification or experience with industrial material handling equipment.
- OSHA 10 or 30-hour general industry safety certification.