About the role
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