CNC Operator

Job Title: CNC Operator

Location: Aberdeen Studio, 2611 Gallatin Pike, Nashville, TN 37216
Employment Type: Full-Time

Key Responsibilities

CNC Operation & Programming

  • Set up, operate, and maintain CNC routers and machining centers for cabinet and furniture components

  • Write, edit, and optimize CNC programs (G-code or CAM software) to maximize accuracy and material yield

  • Perform tool changes, speeds/feeds adjustments, and routine machine calibration

  • Troubleshoot machine faults, tooling issues, and cut quality problems — and resolve them without waiting to be asked

  • Maintain detailed records of programs, tooling, and machine maintenance logs

Furniture Fabrication & Hand Craftsmanship

  • Build high-end furniture and cabinet components using a combination of CNC output and traditional hand-tool and bench skills

  • Fit, sand, and prepare surfaces to an exacting standard prior to finishing

  • Assemble casework and furniture with careful attention to square, level, and gap consistency

  • Work from shop drawings, cut lists, and 3D models with confidence and minimal supervision

Quality & Attention to Detail

  • Inspect every component before it moves to the next stage — dimension, grain match, surface quality, and hardware fit

  • Identify and correct issues at the source; understand that a cosmetic flaw caught in the shop costs minutes, and one caught at installation costs hours

  • Maintain awareness of grain direction, figure, and color consistency when selecting and laying out sheet goods and solid lumber

  • Hold tolerances to within 1/64” on critical dimensions as required by design specifications

  • Contribute to a zero-defect culture where quality is everyone’s responsibility, not just the last person to touch a piece

Shop Support

  • Keep the CNC area, workbenches, and tooling organized and in good working order at all times

  • Assist with material handling, nesting layouts, and inventory of sheet goods and solid lumber

  • Collaborate with other team members to meet production schedules without sacrificing quality

  • Follow all shop safety protocols and contribute to a clean, safe working environment

Qualifications

Required

  • 3+ years of hands-on CNC operation experience in a cabinet, furniture, or millwork production environment

  • Demonstrated experience fabricating high-end custom furniture or cabinetry — please be prepared to show examples of your work

  • Proficiency with CAM software (Mozaik, VCarve, Cabinet Vision, Alphacam, or similar)

  • Strong command of woodworking machinery: table saw, jointer, planer, router, band saw, and finishing sanders

  • Ability to read and work from detailed shop drawings and cut lists with accuracy

  • Exceptional attention to detail — you notice things others miss and you care about fixing them

  • A craftsmanship mindset: you measure twice, you take your time when it matters, and you don’t ship work you’re not proud of

Preferred

  • Proficiency with 3D/2D Design Software such as AutoCAD, Fusion or Sketch-up

  • Experience with solid wood furniture construction, including traditional joinery methods

  • Familiarity with veneer work, inlay, or other decorative techniques common in high-end furniture

  • Experience with finishing prep: sanding schedules, grain raising, and hand-applied stain or finish preparation

  • Knowledge of wood species selection and characteristics — domestic and exotic hardwoods

  • Portfolio or photos of past custom work available for review

What We Offer

  • Competitive pay commensurate with skill and experience

  • A small, skilled team where your craftsmanship is seen and valued — not lost in a production line

  • Work that is genuinely interesting: no two projects are the same

  • Health insurance contribution

  • Paid time off and holidays

  • Opportunity to grow into senior or lead roles as the shop expands

    How to Apply:
    Please send your resume and a brief cover letter to hello@aberdeenstudio.co.