Job description
Millwork Machine Operator
Custom Millwork and Design Group, Inc (CMD) primarily manufactures custom millwork for medium and large new and renovation projects within the hospitality and multi family living industries across the world. CMD provides superior quality using state-of-the-art computerized machinery, knowledgeable staff, and attention to detail. We strive to achieve industry leading standards in all our processes from design, manufacture and install.
CMD is a medium sized company that offers a friendly and caring work environment. Our goal is to produce innovative, high-quality millwork in any capacity and deliver exceptional customer service from design through installation.
CMD is looking for an experienced Millwork Machine Operator (Shaper, Molder, Plainer, Rip Saw)
Summary:
A millwork machine operator is responsible for operating and maintaining machinery used to produce millwork products, such as doors, windows, cabinets, and architectural woodwork. They play a vital role in ensuring the accurate and efficient machining of wood or wood composite materials to meet design specifications and quality standards.
Duties/Responsibilities:
- Machine Operation: Operate and control millwork machinery, such as saws, routers, planers, molders, or CNC machines, to perform various machining operations on wood or wood composite materials.
- Equipment Setup: Set up machines before production runs, including tooling changes, material positioning, and adjustments to feed rates, cutting depths, or other parameters based on the required specifications.
- Material Handling: Load and unload raw materials onto the machine, ensuring proper alignment and secure positioning for machining operations. Move finished products to designated areas or production lines.
- Production Monitoring: Monitor machine operations to ensure they run smoothly and adjust as needed to maintain optimal production output, quality, and efficiency. Monitor material flow, feeding mechanisms, and cutting accuracy.
- Safety Compliance: Adhere to all safety protocols and regulations while operating millwork machinery, including the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and following lockout/tagout procedures during maintenance or repair activities.
- Production Documentation: Record and maintain accurate production data, such as machine settings, output quantities, downtime, and any other relevant information in logs or computer systems. Complete production reports or forms as required.
- Other tasks assigned
Required Skills/Abilities:
- Proficiency in operating and controlling millwork machinery, including saws, routers, planers, molders, or CNC machines.
- Understanding of millwork materials, woodworking techniques, and machining processes. Knowledge of different types of wood, wood composite materials, and their characteristics is beneficial.
- Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, blueprints, or specifications related to millwork products. Understanding dimensions, tolerances, and machining requirements is important.
- Skill in setting up millwork machines, including tooling changes, material positioning, and adjustments to feed rates, cutting depths, or other parameters.
- Ability to work with precision and maintain attention to detail to achieve accurate and high-quality machining results.
- Basic troubleshooting skills to identify and address common machinery issues. Knowledge of routine maintenance tasks, such as cleaning, lubricating, and blade or cutter replacement, is valuable.
- Strong adherence to safety protocols and regulations to ensure a safe working environment. Knowledge of lockout/tagout procedures and using personal protective equipment (PPE) properly is essential.
- Physical fitness and the ability to stand for long periods, lift heavy materials, and perform repetitive tasks while maintaining focus and precision.
- Good problem-solving skills to identify and address machining issues, make adjustments, and troubleshoot common problems that may arise during machine operation.
- Communication and Teamwork: Effective communication skills to collaborate with team members, supervisors, and other departments. The ability to work well in a team environment is important for a smooth workflow.
- Ability to prioritize tasks, manage production schedules, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Education and Experience:
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED);
- Previous experience as a millwork machine operator or in a similar role is preferred.
- Knowledge of millwork machinery, including their setup, operation, and maintenance.
- Familiarity with different types of millwork materials and their characteristics.
Physical Requirements:
- Must be able to lift to 50 lbs.
- Proper PPE to be worn on job sites, including work-appropriate long pants and steel toe/composite toe shoes or boots.
- Manual dexterity
- Hand-Eye coordination
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $20.00 - $28.00 per hour
Benefits:
Work Location: In person
