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Dusty Strings

CNC Operator & Drafter

Seattle, WA

$30 - $33/hr

Dusty Strings is seeking a CNC Operator & Drafter. You'll operate the CNC to make our precision wooden parts, manage decades of technical drawings, and participate in general woodworking processes as ...

Dusty Strings

CNC Operator & Drafter

Seattle, WA · On-site

$30 - $33/hr

Dusty Strings is seeking a CNC Operator & Drafter. You'll operate the CNC to make our precision wooden parts, manage decades of technical drawings, and participate in general woodworking processes as ...

73 Strings

Solutions Architect

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$69.25 - $91.25/hr

OVERVIEW OF 73 STRINGS: 73 Strings is an innovative platform providing comprehensive data extraction, monitoring, and valuation solutions for the private capital industry. The company's AI-powered ...

Dusty Strings

Open Application

Seattle, WA · On-site

For over 45 years, Dusty Strings has been designing and building harps and hammered dulcimers in Seattle. We have become highly respected in the world-wide music community for excellent ...

Dusty Strings

Open Application

Seattle, WA · On-site

$22 - $28/hr

For over 45 years, Dusty Strings has been designing and building harps and hammered dulcimers in Seattle. We have become highly respected in the world-wide music community for excellent ...

73 Strings

Senior Data Product Manager

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$139K - $183K/yr

OVERVIEW OF 73 STRINGS: 73 Strings is an innovative platform providing comprehensive data extraction, monitoring, and valuation solutions for the private capital industry. The company's AI-powered ...

73 Strings

Senior Data Architect

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$74 - $99/hr

OVERVIEW OF 73 STRINGS: 73 Strings is an innovative platform providing comprehensive data extraction, monitoring, and valuation solutions for the private capital industry. The company's AI-powered ...

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CNC Operator & Drafter

CNC Operator & Drafter

Dusty Strings

Seattle, WA

$30 - $33/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, PTO

Posted 12 days ago

Job description

Dusty Strings is seeking a CNC Operator & Drafter. You'll operate the CNC to make our precision wooden parts, manage decades of technical drawings, and participate in general woodworking processes as needed.For over 45 years, Dusty Strings has been designing and building harps and hammered dulcimers in Seattle. We have become highly respected in the world-wide music community for excellent craftspersonship, mesmerizing sound, and caring customer service. Benefits include vacation, sick leave, health & dental insurance, and a positive and collaborative work environment. This job is hiring for 32-40 hours per week.


Core responsibilities:

  • Setup and operate our CNC router machines to produce precision hardwood and plywood parts according to specifications
  • Read and interpret technical drawings, process notes, and machine code files
  • Be the responsible person for CNC machine and tool maintenance
  • Troubleshoot mechanical issues and diagnose problems in general shop machinery and related systems; repair or replace worn or malfunctioning parts and equipment
  • Collaborate with team members to optimize production processes and improve efficiency
  • Attend weekly meetings with the Production Manager, Ops Manager, and Team Leads. Leverage our technical drawings to help suss out problems and bring process improvement. Create new technical drawings, production jigs and fixtures, modules, and machine code.
  • Other woodworking tasks as needed


Required Qualifications:

  • Prior experience using CNC routers in a production environment
  • Prior experience with CAD in a production environment
  • Excellent communication, analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills with meticulous attention to detail
  • Aptitude for using both computers and physical machines/materials
  • Thrive in a self-directed work environment
  • Regularly maneuver 50-pound modules, materials, and equipment


Desirable Qualifications:

  • Working knowledge of Rhino CAD and RhinoCAM
  • Prior 3D drafting experience
  • Prior woodworking experience
  • Proficiency in modifying existing processes and creating new processes in a collaborative environment
  • Prior experience supporting Lean manufacturing processes
  • Degree in Mechanical Engineering, industrial design, or related
  • In short, a "Maker"



My name is Ray Mooers and I'm the co-owner and founder of Dusty Strings Company, which started with a fascination for the hammered dulcimer in 1979. From our real grass-roots beginnings, we have had the opportunity to grow Dusty Strings into an internationally-respected brand of hammered dulcimers and harps, as well as a widely known and appreciated regional music store and music school in Fremont. The only way this could have happened is with the help of many dedicated individuals who have shared our vision of providing quality instruments and service that enhance the lives of our customers through music. These are the employees of Dusty Strings. With over 45 years of high-quality musical instrument manufacturing and retailing right here in the heart of Seattle, we must be doing something right. Come join our team of artisans who take pride in accomplishing high-quality work every day!


Please submit three items: A fully-completed application, your resume, and a cover letter telling us what skills and experience you have that relate to this position. No phone calls and no in-person visits, please.


Dusty Strings is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, caste, or any other status protected by law.

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