CNC Router Operator

Job Details

Job Title:

CNC Router Operator

Location:

Hardman Signs - Houston, TX 77086

Type:
Full Time | Onsite | Manufacturer

Shift: 3pm to 11pm (2nd shift)

Hardman Signs is a national leader in architectural signage and graphics. We design, manufacture, install, and service high-impact signage solutions for commercial properties, multi‑family housing, healthcare facilities, parking garages, and more. We partner with leading construction companies and architectural design firms to bring signage visions to life—from concept to installation.

Primary responsibilities of this position are competent use of computer numerically controlled (CNC) machinery safely and accurately to perform a variety of functions. Responsible for producing high quality parts and materials by programming machines to perform the right operations.

• Preparing and operating CNC machines to perform tasks such as cut FCO’S, electrical cabinet aluminum faces, push‑thru acrylic, channel letters, etc.
• Understanding specifications of the task at hand and the desired result by reading work orders, mechanical drawings, etc.
• Translating instructions into computer commands so the machines can perform the correct function.
• Prepare and load raw materials and parts onto the machines.
• Prepare a test run to check if the machines produce outputs according to specifications.
• Set machines to complete full cycles to fabricate large number of parts.
• Supervise the machines while they execute the tasks and make any necessary adjustments to produce a better result.
• Inspect and measure finished products and compare them with requirements to determine if the process has been completed properly.
• Check and maintain machinery daily to ensure functionality.
• Other duties as assigned by Routing Department Lead and Operations Manager

Required:

High School Diploma or equivalent and minimum 1 year experience as CNC multicam router operator or similar brand.

• Understand and follow instructions.
• Organized and neat
• Knowledge of basic hand tools
• Enroute and Corel Draw experience needed.
• Skill in operating CNC router machinery and tooling as well as precision measurement tools.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical documents and drawings.
• Computer savvy with basic understanding of computer programming and CAD/CAM.
• Mechanical aptitude and good math skills.

• Thrive and adapt to a fast‑paced, changing environment.
• Able to manage and complete work under tight deadlines.
• Retain a positive attitude with open, respectful communication.
• Able to work with great concentration and precision.
• Good communication abilities.

• Standing, walking, balancing, gripping, grasping, carrying, and pushing/pulling required more than 90% of the workday.
• Kneeling, crouching, squatting, and twisting required intermittently daily.
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds.

Normal setting for this job is office with responsibility to travel for site walks up to 25%.