Job Overview
As our primary CNC Router Operator, you will oversee the preparation, cutting, and carving of a wide variety of substrates used in sign fabrication (acrylic, aluminum, HDU, wood, PVC, composite panels, etc.). You will work closely with our graphic design and fabrication teams to ensure projects are executed accurately, safely, and on schedule.
Key Responsibilities
Programming & Setup: Nest, toolpath, and set up cut files using software such as EnRoute, Vectric Aspire, Fusion 360, or RouterCiX.
Operation: Set up and operate 3-axis (or 5-axis) CNC router machines to cut, engrave, trim, and shape materials according to shop drawings and specs.
Material Management: Load, secure, and properly calibrate materials using vacuum tables and mechanical clamps. Maintain accurate records of material usage.
Quality Control: Inspect finished parts against design specs and blueprints for accuracy, correct dimensions, and smooth edges. Deburr, sand, and pre-prep cut parts for assembly or paint as needed.
Maintenance: Perform routine maintenance, tool bit selection, zeroing, and daily cleanup on the machine and surrounding workspace to ensure optimal performance.
Workflow Support: Assist the general fabrication, assembly, and prep departments when machine routing schedule allows.
Qualifications & Skills
Experience: Minimum [1–3] years of experience operating a CNC router, preferably within the custom signage, woodworking, or plastics fabrication industry.
Software: Proficiency with nesting/CAD/CAM software (Vectric, EnRoute, AlphaCAM, ArtCAM, or similar) and basic understanding of vector files (.AI, .EPS, .DXF, .SVG).
Technical Aptitude: Ability to read shop drawings, understand material yields, and select appropriate bits, feeds, and speeds for different substrates.
Physical Requirements: Ability to lift up to 50 lbs, stand for extended periods, and handle heavy sheets of substrate material safely.
Detail-Oriented: High standard of quality and precision with strong problem-solving skills when encountering tricky materials or cuts.
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