CNC Wood Manager - Military veterans preferred

CAREER OPPORTUNITY 

Job Title:                 CNC Wood Manager 
  Reports To:            Site Manager

Location:                 Brewton, AL

ABOUT FRONTIER TECHNOLOGIES:

With two locations in Brewton, AL and Theodore, AL, Frontier Technologies specialize in Energy, Services, Engineering, and Logistics providing quality components and services to our customers that encompass fabrications, assemblies, subtractive manufacturing and the rework, repair, or refurbishment of a wide range of A-C Components items including in-house testing and engineering evaluations. Frontier Technologies is now part of Gexpro Services, a world-class Supply Chain Services outsource provider, specializing in developing and managing production inventory management programs. 

Benefits 

• Competitive compensation
• Company Paid Life and AD&D Insurance
• Short Term and Long-Term Disability
• Various Medical, dental, vision plans to best suit your needs
• Flexible Spending Accounts and Health Savings Accounts
• Voluntary benefits that include critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident, discounts on pet, home and car insurance
• Employee assistance program and Health wellness programs 
• 401(k) immediately with a competitive match
• Several paid holidays and paid time off that includes personal, sick and vacation time.

CNC Wood Manager Overview

We are seeking an experienced and motivated CNC Wood Manager to lead the full-cycle production of our wood decking product line. This position will manage a team of CNC router operators, painters, and material handlers, ensuring efficient operations, consistent quality, and on-time delivery of customer orders. The ideal candidate will be hands-on, technically proficient in CNC programming, and an effective leader capable of inspiring team performance and maintaining a safe, organized production environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day operations of the CNC Wood department, including planning, production, scheduling, and quality assurance.
• Program and troubleshoot CNC routers to operate at maximum efficiency and produce highest yield rates on cut material.
• Read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, and customer specifications to ensure product accuracy.
• Supervise and support team members (painters, CNC operators, material handlers) to meet production and quality goals.
• Create and manage travelers/jobs in ERP system and maintain accurate production records.
• Oversee inventory accuracy and order supplies as needed for continuous production.
• Ensure all jobs are prepared, processed, shipped, and delivered in accordance with deadlines and customer specifications.
• Work directly with Account Managers, Site Manager, and vendors to communicate and execute production needs.
• Lead and document training of staff using Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and On-the-Job Training (OJT).
• Track, route, and prioritize work orders using software tools and production schedules.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment in compliance with safety protocols.
• Support ongoing improvements in productivity, safety, and quality through hands-on leadership and employee engagement.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; Associate's Degree preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing or CNC environment.
• Strong working knowledge of basic CNC machinery, G-code programming, and related software (enroute software).
• Ability to read blueprints, work instructions, and shipping schedules.
• Fluent in written and spoken English with excellent communication skills.
• Basic math proficiency and ability to use measuring tools, including tape measures and calipers.
• Competency in using computer systems for production tracking and ERP systems.
• Strong leadership, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated ability to train and motivate a team.
• Willingness to work overtime and weekends based on production needs.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform tasks that involve standing, climbing, squatting, or crawling.
• Must be able to work in variable temperatures and complete forklift certification if required.

DISCLAIMER: The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification.  It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

Gexpro Services (A VEVRAA Federal Contractor) is an EEO/Disabled/Veterans employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristics protected by law.