KEY ATTRIBUTES:

· Mechanical aptitude and confidence working with CNC equipment

· Attention to detail with a focus on part accuracy, cut quality, and minimizing scrap

· Ability to read and follow work orders, setup sheets, cut lists, and production drawings

· Protected material handling practices for plywood and lumber

· Reliable, safety-focused, and able to work independently

· Comfort identifying issues and communicating them quickly

· Team-oriented with a steady, production-focused work style

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Machine Setup & Operation:

· Set up and operate the Onsrud M Series CNC router with Fanuc controller for daily production

· Load plywood sheets and wood lumber safely and accurately onto the machine

· Change router bits and tooling as needed for each job

· Run approved jobs and monitor machine performance, cut quality, and output

· Check first-off and in-process parts to ensure they meet requirements

· Unload, sort, and move finished parts to the next stage of production

· Report machine issues, tooling concerns, alarms, or material problems promptly

· Complete basic production records and keep the work area organized

Program Execution & Job Readiness:

· Run approved CNC jobs using the Fanuc controller

· Confirm the correct program, tooling, and material before each run

· Follow setup sheets, work instructions, and supervisor direction

· Work closely with the design department to communicate cut issues, program-related concerns, and feedback from the machine

· No CNC programming or program editing is required for this role

Quality Control & Inspection:

· Inspect first-off and in-process parts for size, profile, and overall cut quality

· Check for tear-out, chipping, burn marks, and material defects

· Use basic measuring tools such as tape measures, calipers, and squares

· Separate non-conforming parts and report issues quickly

· Help reduce scrap and rework through accurate setup and inspection

Tooling & Material Management:

· Monitor router bit condition and change tooling when needed

· Handle plywood sheets and lumber safely and carefully

· Confirm the correct material type and thickness before starting a job

· Support efficient material use and good offcut handling practices

· Keep tooling, materials,



and the work area clean and organized

Machine Maintenance & Workplace Safety:

· Complete routine pre-shift checks to confirm the machine is ready to run

· Keep the machine and surrounding area free of dust, chips, and offcuts

· Report machine faults, poor cut performance, or maintenance concerns right away

· Follow all safety procedures, including lockout/tagout where required

· Wear required PPE such as safety glasses, hearing protection, and safety footwear

· Maintain a safe, organized work area and report hazards promptly

Team Collaboration & Continuous Improvement:

· Communicate production status, quality concerns, and machine issues clearly

· Work closely with supervisors, maintenance, production team members, and the design department that creates CNC programs

· Share machine-side feedback to help support accurate and efficient program execution

· Contribute to safe, efficient, and consistent production

Qualifications & Requirements:

Education & Certification

· High school diploma or equivalent required

· WHMIS / GHS certification required or willingness to complete upon hire

· Forklift certification is an asset, particularly for material handling of sheet goods and lumber

· Additional health and safety training is considered an asset

Experience

· Previous CNC operating experience in a manufacturing environment is required

· Experience with CNC routers in wood products, millwork, cabinetry, furniture, or similar manufacturing is preferred

· Experience working with plywood, softwood, and hardwood materials is an asset

· Experience with Fanuc-controlled equipment is an asset

· Programming experience is not required

Technical Proficiency

· Ability to operate a Fanuc-controlled CNC router using approved jobs

· Experience with setup tasks such as loading material and changing tooling

· Ability to read drawings, cut lists, and setup instructions





· Comfort using basic measuring tools for part checks

· Strong awareness of safety in a wood-processing environment

Core Competencies

· CNC router operation

· Fanuc controller familiarity

· Wood material handling

· Part inspection and quality checks

· Tooling changes and setup

· Housekeeping and safety awareness

· Clear communication and teamwork

Working Conditions, Effort & Environment

Work Conditions:

· Shift-based production role; day, afternoon, or rotating shifts may be required

· Overtime may be required during busy periods

· Fast-paced environment with daily production goals

Physical Environment

· Wood products manufacturing environment with exposure to machine noise, dust, chips, and airborne particles; required PPE must be worn at all times as applicable

· Regular work around large sheet goods, lumber, moving equipment, and industrial machinery

· Work area may involve standing at the machine for extended periods and moving materials to and from the CNC router and adjacent production areas

Physical Effort

· Moderate physical effort required, including prolonged standing, walking, bending, reaching, and positioning materials during setup and operation

· Regular handling of plywood sheets, wood components, offcuts, and tooling; lifting requirements may vary by job and may require team lifting or material handling equipment

· Manual dexterity is required for tooling changes, machine adjustments, part inspection, and safe material handling

Mental Effort

· Requires a consistently high level of concentration and vigilance during machine operation and in-process inspection; lapses in attention can result in scrap, machine damage, or safety incidents

· Must be capable of rapidly diagnosing and responding to machine alarms, tooling failures, and unexpected dimensional deviations under production time pressure

· Regularly manages competing priorities including multiple concurrent machine setups, in-process quality checks, documentation requirements, and production schedule demands

· Problem-solving and critical thinking are required on a daily basis; the operator is expected to exercise sound independent judgment within the scope of their role

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