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CNC Router Operator

Century Furniture
Hickory, NC Full Time
POSTED ON 4/2/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/1/2026

Summary Job Description

This position is responsible for operating the CNC Router to produce high end furniture parts.

Essential Duties

  • Responsible for operating the CNC Router using programmed instructions
  • Sets up router to ensure parts are produced correctly, according to specifications
  • Makes minor adjustments to the machine
  • Installs correct tooling for each job
  • Counts and final inspects part for quality
  • Performs maintenance on router per PM list
  • Must follow all safety policies and procedures
  • Works as part of a team to meet or exceed production goals
Qualifications:

Position Requirements

  • High school diploma or GED preferred
  • Previous machine operating experience required
  • Experience with woodworking machines for frame parts or veneered parts a plus

Physical Requirements

The physical demands and work environment expectations described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • Prolonged periods of standing; sitting, walking, bending, squatting, climbing, kneeling, and twisting throughout shift
  • Must be able to work in noisy environments
  • Must have good math skills, specifically the decimal system
  • Repetitive pushing/pulling with frequent grasping, fine manipulation as well as foot use to operate controls
  • Frequently lifting/carrying objects up to 50 lbs.; rarely lifting/carrying objects up to 75 lbs.

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