Wood Fabrication Specialist

Veterans Prime, Inc.; Newark (DE); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

A custom manufacturing company is seeking a Wood Fabrication Specialist / CNC Wood Router Programmer & Operator. In this role, you will program and operate CNC equipment, collaborate with designers, and ensure high-quality production of wooden items such as signage and furniture. Ideal candidates have experience with VCarve and are proficient with woodworking tools. This full-time position offers a comprehensive benefits package and a dynamic work environment in Newark, DE.

Qualifications

• VCarve programming experience preferred.
• Solid understanding of industry-standard shop practices.
• Proven ability to read blueprints accurately.

Responsibilities

• Program and operate the Laguna CNC Router.
• Maintain high production output with quality standards.
• Collaborate effectively with designers and management.

Skills

VCarve programming

Woodworking tools proficiency

Blueprint reading

Tools

CNC Router

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Job description

Overview

Wood Fabrication Specialist / CNC Wood Router Programmer & Operator

Employment Type: Full-Time

Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package

A fast-paced custom manufacturing company in Newark, DE is seeking a versatile Wood Fabrication Specialist / CNC Wood Router Programmer & Operator. This hands-on craftsman will help bring creative concepts to life through the scenic fabrication of set pieces, signage, custom stage platforms, stairs, flats, podiums, furniture, and other specialty items.

If you thrive in a collaborative shop environment, enjoy solving complex fabrication challenges, and take pride in precision craftsmanship, you will feel right at home.

Responsibilities

• Program and operate the Laguna CNC Router utilizing VCarve software
• Proficiently operate a variety of shop equipment including routers, sanders, saws, drills, and related tools
• Accurately read and interpret plans, sketches, blueprints, and shop drawings
• Collaborate effectively with designers and management to achieve customer expectations and project goals
• Maintain high production output while upholding stringent quality standards
• Work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
• Determine appropriate wood stock types, dimensions, and material requirements for each project
• Perform nesting to minimize material waste and optimize raw material usage
• Maintain, clean, and care for the CNC equipment and general work areas

Qualifications

• VCarve programming experience preferred
• Familiarity with alternative materials (plastics, Plexiglas) and design software (AutoCAD, SolidWorks) is a plus
• Prior experience with laminates, tongue-and-groove construction, and veneers is strongly preferred
• Solid understanding of industry-standard shop practices and high proficiency with standard woodworking tools and equipment
• Proven ability to read technical blueprints and translate them accurately into precise fabricated components