Wood Machinist
Core
Operates woodworking machinery to cut, plane, turn, shape, and sand wood stock for coffin and casket manufacturing.
Role type
Wood Machinist
Builds
Coffins and caskets
Domain
Manufacturing (Funeral industry)
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
CNC Router operation, 4/5 Sided Moulder operation, Band saw operation, Edge-matching machine operation, Tool change and machine set-up, Wood stripping and finishing application
Preferred skills
Trade Qualifications, Physical fitness
Technologies
CNC Routers, 4/5 Sided Moulders, Band saws, Edge-matching machines
Responsibilities
Sets up woodworking machines and wood stock for cutting, planning, turning, shaping, and sanding; Operates machines to cut, plane, turn, shape, and sand work pieces; Removes old finishes using solvents, paint strippers, steel wool, and glasspaper; Applies varnish, shellac, lacquer, stains, and paint; Polishes and waxes finished surfaces; Fits and fastens frame pieces; Mounts backing materials and subjects for framing