Skilled CNC Designer / Operator

Game Kings; Stroudsburg (Monroe County); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Tools provided

Vision insurance

Job summary

Game Kings in Stroudsburg, PA is seeking a skilled CNC Designer / Operator to take cabinetry projects from design intent to CNC output. You will translate shop drawings into CNC-ready toolpaths, build clean CAD/CAM workflows with AutoCAD and Vectric Aspire, and develop nested sheet layouts for efficient production.

The role requires attention to detail, ability to read specs and assemble accurate final parts such as MDF doors, moldings, and hardware integration.

Qualifications

• Proven experience with custom cabinet design (face frame/frameless).
• Strong proficiency in AutoCAD for production drawings and 2D part generation.
• Experienced with Vectric Aspire for toolpaths, nesting, and post-processing.
• Open to MasterCam/AlphaCam as alternatives where applicable.

Responsibilities

• Translate shop drawings and specs into CNC-ready toolpaths and cut files (CNC output).
• Build clean CAD/CAM workflows using AutoCAD and Vectric Aspire.
• Develop cabinet part layouts and nesting strategies for efficient production.
• Design and fabricate non-standard cabinet parts (MDF doors, moldings, hardware integration).
• Coordinate with shop lead on design details, materials, tolerances, sequencing.
• Set up and operate CNC equipment, perform test cuts, troubleshoot and refine programs.

Skills

AutoCAD

Vectric Aspire

CNC operation

Cabinet design

Tools

MasterCam

Job description

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching

We are a high-end custom cabinet shop seeking a skilled CNC Designer / Operator who can take cabinetry projects from design intent to CNC output. This role requires comprehensive understanding of cabinet construction and knowledge of AutoCAD, Vectric Aspire.

Responsibilities

• Translate cabinet shop drawings and specs into CNC-ready toolpaths and cut files
• Build and maintain clean, accurate CAD/CAM workflows using AutoCAD, Vectric Aspire
• Develop cabinet part layouts (nested sheets), labeling strategies, and machining operations for efficient production
• Design and fabricate custom items including MDF doors, moldings, specialty panels, custom pulls, high-end hinge drilling (e.g., Tectus, Soss, etc), and other non-standard cabinet parts
• Coordinate with the shop lead/project manager on design details, material choices, hardware, tolerances, and sequencing
• Maintain inventory of tooling and cutters
• Set up and operate CNC equipment: tooling, workholding/vacuum, calibration, feeds/speeds, and verification using an Andersen Selexx 510 CNC.
• Perform test cuts, troubleshoot issues, and refine programs for quality and cycle-time improvements
• Maintain an organized digital library of templates, cabinet standards, tooling, and post-processors
• Support continuous improvement in process, safety, and quality control

Required Skills & Experience

• Proven experience in custom cabinet design (face frame and/or frameless), including:
• joinery, reveal logic, scribe fillers, toe kicks, stretchers, backs, and paneling
• door/drawer standards, clearances, and hardware integration (Blum/Salice/Hettich, etc.)
• material behavior and best practices (plywood, MDF, veneer, solid wood)
• Strong proficiency with:
• AutoCAD (production drawings, 2D part generation, clean layers/blocks, dimensioning)
• Vectric Aspire (toolpaths, pocket/profile/drill, moulding toolpath, nesting strategies, simulation, file output)
• Note - we are open to other solutions, for example, MasterCam or AlphaCam, but don't currently have this software in house.
• CNC operation competence: tool selection, maintenance awareness, and safe machine practices
• High attention to detail-able to hit tight tolerances and deliver consistent fit/finish
• Ability to read shop drawings, interpret specifications, and solve problems independently

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive pay based on experience
• Benefits: Available health/401k/PTO/paid holidays
• Clean, professional shop environment with high-end project variety

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Tools provided
• Vision insurance

Work Location:

• In person