As a Wood Router Operator, you will need to master following:

• adjust cut sizes
• sawing techniques

More generally, a wood router operator is also versed in:

• create cutting plan
• cutting technologies
• dispose of cutting waste material
• ensure equipment availability
• manipulate wood
• operate wood router
• perform test run
• remove inadequate workpieces
• remove processed workpiece
• replace sawing blade on machine
• set up the controller of a machine
• supply machine
• troubleshoot
• types of sawing blades
• types of wood
• wear appropriate protective gear
• wood cuts
• woodworking processes
• work safely with machines

It also helps to know the following:

• manufacturing of daily use goods
• manufacturing of furniture
• manufacturing of sports equipment
• measure parts of manufactured products
• monitor stock level
• prepare wood production reports
• advise on machinery malfunctions
• check quality of raw materials
• consult technical resources
• first aid
• identify hazards in the workplace
• inspect quality of products
• keep records of work progress
• maintain router machinery
• mechanical systems
• monitor automated machines
• pack goods
• program a CNC controller
• read standard blueprints
• record production data for quality control
• repair router machinery
• report defective manufacturing materials
• supply machine with appropriate tools
• types of drill bits
• woodworking tools