CNC Operator

The CNC Operator receives cut files and materials to cut and label parts for assembly on the CNC machines according to the production schedule and department goals. The CNC Operator collaborates with other department members to safely and efficiently complete the scope of work assigned to them.

Below is a more detailed description of this work:

• Reviews assigned tasks & reports back to the Programmers and/or Department Manager with questions, comments, and concerns.
• Proficient in CNC Machine operations: Vacuum pumps, dust collection, machine interfaces, and monitoring, tracking, and labeling cut lists.
• Proficient in CNC machines mechanicals, troubleshooting, maintenance, and repairs.
• Oversees the dust collection operations: Power, changing bags, and maintenance.
• Exhibits strong knowledge of wood, metal, and plastic-based engineered sheet goods in addition to CNC router bits, abrasives, and knives.
• Trains on all CNC Department machines, equipment, and tools.
• Trains on waterjet.
• Assists in moving and building elements through production departments.
• Strives to operate safely and efficiently on all shop machines, equipment, and electric/pneumatic tools.
• Demonstrates keen attention to detail and thoroughness.
• Forecasts and communicates task completion timelines for a given project(s) to the Lead Programmer and/or Department manager.
• Ensures the cut list is fulfilled, cross-checked, organized, labeled, and safe to hand off to the next step in the production.
• Observes and demonstrates safe and efficient operating practices and tool use.

The ideal candidate has:

• 1+ years of CNC operation (Loading material, changing tooling, running programs, routine machine maintenance).
• Experience required is some familiarity with CNC Flatbed Milling machines.
• Familiarity with a variety of sheet goods (Plywood, MDF, Acrylic, Foam, etc).
• Knowledge of router bits (Different bits are used for different materials and tooling operations).
• Organized and capable of working semi-independently after being assigned a task.
• Strong work ethic and drive to learn required.

About Bednark Studio Inc.:

Founded in 2007, Bednark Studio has successfully delivered over 4000 premium projects with a focus on retail environments, experiential marketing, and architectural millwork. Over the last 15 years, we have evolved into a full-service, vertically integrated custom fabricator with manufacturing capabilities in wood, plastic, metal, print and integrated lighting. Bednark specializes in premium environments, both temporary and permanent, across multiple geographies and categories. Bednark Studio always pushes the limits of what is possible.

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