CNC Router Operator

CNC Operator — Stone Countertop FabricationCompany: Alpha GraniteLocation: Austin, TX 78753 (915 W. Howard Ln.) — Onsite, production floorCompensation: $22 to $27 per hour, depending on experience (approximately $45,800–$56,200 annually at 40 hours, plus overtime)Schedule: Onsite; Monday – Friday with some Saturdays expected, 6:00 a.m. or 7:00 a.m. start depending on the day, 40 to 60 hours/week depending on production demandBenefits: 401(k) with company match; health, dental, and vision insurance; 10 days PTO; paid holidaysQuick HighlightsRun modern GMM and CMS equipment — four CNC machines, a 5-axis double-table CNC saw, a single-table CNC saw, a waterjet, and SlabsmithHigh-end custom work, not high-volume production: premium quartzite, quartz, and granite on the intricate projects other fabricators turn downA growth path toward CNC Programmer, working alongside our CAD teamSteady, full-time work — our production schedule is booked well ahead, with overtime availableStone experience is a plus, not a requirement — skilled CNC router operators from cabinet, millwork, solid-surface, or other fabrication shops are welcomeAccredited Natural Stone Company with a fully wet shop and real investment in dust control and safetyAbout Alpha GraniteAlpha Granite has been Central Texas's trusted countertop fabrication and installation company since 2003. As an Accredited Natural Stone Company through the Natural Stone Institute, we hold ourselves to the highest standards of quality, craftsmanship, and shop safety. We are not a big-box or high-volume production shop — we specialize in high-end residential and commercial work, the small, custom, intricate projects that other fabricators will not touch. Our material mix is increasingly premium natural stone like quartzite, alongside quartz and granite.Our shop runs modern GMM and CMS equipment, including 5-axis and single-table CNC saws, a waterjet, multiple CNC machines, edge and face polishers, and Slabsmith for slab scanning and inventory. We run a fully wet shop and take dust control, masks, and safety compliance seriously — it is a core part of how we operate.About the RoleWe are hiring a CNC Operator to run our CNC machines on the production floor. You will take approved programs from our CAD department, confirm they match the drawings and the material, and turn premium stone slabs into accurate, finished pieces. On custom, high-value work, the operator is the last check before the cut — so precision, care, and pride in the result matter here.This is a hands-on seat with room to grow. Operators who show strong skills and interest can develop toward a CNC Programmer role over time.What You'll DoOperate CNC machinery to keep daily production on scheduleLoad and unload stone safely onto the CNC bed using an overhead crane and vacuum lifterReview CAD/CAM tool paths and confirm they match the AutoCAD drawings before cuttingVerify the correct material is selected for each programMeasure materials and parts before cutting, and run quality checks to confirm finished pieces meet specTrack processing time and complete quality control documentationKeep your workspace clean, organized, and safe in a fully wet shopSupport routine equipment maintenance and help coordinate repairs when neededFollow OSHA guidelines and all company safety procedures, and take part in team meetings, trainings, and safety sessionsWhat You BringRequired:Experience operating CNC routers in a fabrication or manufacturing environmentAbility to read and interpret CAD drawings, blueprints, and shop drawingsAccurate measuring with a tape measure and digital calipersBasic computer skills and comfort navigating machine operating systemsAbility to operate overhead cranes and vacuum lifters safelyStrong attention to detail and a commitment to precisionDependability and a team-first attitude, with the ability to work overtime when production requires itAbility to lift 50+ pounds and wear required PPE, including steel-toe shoes and eye protectionAbility to pass a physical exam, background check, motor vehicle check, and drug screenPreferred (a plus, not required):3+ years of experience operating CNC routersStone fabrication experience, especially with quartzite and other natural stoneExposure to CAM programming (AlphaCAM, Easy Stone, or similar) or 5-axis equipmentExperience in a fast-paced production environmentBilingual English/SpanishWho Thrives HereYou check the program against the drawing before you push start, every timeYou would rather catch a problem at the machine than have the polisher or installer find itYou like custom, intricate work more than running the same cut a hundred timesYou take safety and the wet-shop rules seriously, and you keep your station cleanYou want to keep learning, and you see programming as your next stepReady to Apply?If you are a precise, dependable CNC operator who wants better equipment, better work, and a path forward, we would like to meet you. Apply today.