PADE Operator

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Conover, NC, US

5 days ago Requisition

Position Summary:
Operates
PADE machine
to fabricate and shape wood parts according to production specifications. Ensures parts meet quality standards and tolerances while maintaining a safe and efficient work environment.

Position Responsibilities:

• Load plywood or wood stock onto
  PADE.
• Produce quality wood components using CNC machinery such as lathes and milling machines.
• Load parts, verify and run CNC programs, operate controls, set offsets, make simple edits, deburr parts, and inspect finished pieces for quality conformance.
• Read and interpret drawings, manuals, specifications, or sample parts to determine dimensions, tolerances, sequences of operations, and setup requirements.
• Measure and mark dimensions and reference points on material or work pieces as guides for machining.
• Detect and correct equipment malfunctions or out-of-tolerance machining, making adjustments within the machine’s capabilities. Report major malfunctions to the supervisor.
• Operate forklifts or lifting devices for part movement (when certified).
• Communicate effectively with supervisors, engineers, production control, quality, maintenance, and other departments to resolve machining or quality issues.
• Maintain clean, organized work area and perform basic preventive maintenance. Follow all Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) safety procedures before performing maintenance or repair.
• Comply with all state and federal laws, company quality standards, policies, and safety/environmental regulations.
• Wear required personal protective equipment (safety glasses, steel-toe shoes) and report unsafe conditions immediately.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Essential

Skills and Experience:

• English required for reading tickets and instructions.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings, follow routers, perform basic math, and use standard measuring tools.
• Completion of a CNC operator technical training program or equivalent hands‑on experience.
• Experience specifically operating PADE
  CNC wood‑turning equipment preferred.

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

• Lift/Carry: Frequently lift 35–50 lbs; occasionally lift over 50 lbs (team lift for heavier items).
• Standing/Walking: Must stand and walk consistently for 8+ hours.
• Reach/Handle/Grasp: Frequent hand use required to load and unload plywood and parts.
• Bend/Lift/Stoop: Frequent bending, lifting, and climbing to gather and handle materials.
• Environment: Indoor manufacturing environment with controlled airflow; some buildings may not be air-conditioned.
• Vision: Requires close visual acuity (within 3 feet) for precision work, with or without corrective lenses.

12 hour shifts --- Working 36 hours, paid for 40
A Schedule (Monday - Wednesday 6AM
-6PM)
B Schedule (Thursday - Saturday 6AM - 6PM)