Cabinet Shop Manager - Custom Cabinetry & Millwork

Job Description

Job Description

We are a construction firm specializing in high value residential and commercial construction and specialize in the design & fabrication of custom-made furniture & cabinetry. We have our own in-house cabinet shop and take pride in delivering exceptional craftsmanship, quality finishes, and custom cabinetry that meets the highest standards.

We are seeking an experienced, hands-on Cabinet Shop Manager to run our cabinet shop operations, lead our team, and ensure projects are completed on time and to our quality standards.

Job Responsibilities

• Manage daily shop operations: Oversee all cabinet shop activities from planning and fabrication to finishing, delivery, and installation.
• Lead and supervise employees: Assign tasks, manage workloads, monitor productivity, and hold team members accountable for performance and deadlines.
• Oversee cabinet manufacturing: Ensure expertise in cabinet construction, custom millwork, material selection, shop drawings, cutting, assembly, and finishing.
• Coordinate installations: Plan and supervise cabinet installations at residential and commercial job sites, ensuring proper fit, alignment, and finish quality.
• Manage schedules and deadlines: Coordinate shop production with project managers, general contractors, and field crews to keep projects on schedule.
• Maintain quality control: Inspect work throughout the production process to ensure accuracy, craftsmanship, and compliance with project specifications.
• Manage materials and inventory: Monitor material usage, coordinate purchasing needs, and minimize waste and production delays.
• Solve problems: Identify and resolve production, fabrication, and installation issues efficiently.
• Safety Compliance: Ensure equipment, tools, and work areas are properly maintained and safety procedures are followed.

Qualifications

• Experience: Minimum of 5–7 years of hands-on experience in high-end cabinet manufacturing and installation, with at least 3-5 years in a supervisory or management role.
• Comprehensive knowledge of cabinet design, fabrication, manufacturing, assembly, finishing, and installation.
• Deep expertise in millwork techniques, woodworking machinery (CNC routing, edgebanders, table saws), and premium finishing proceses.
• Strong leadership skills and the ability to manage, motivate, and hold employees accountable.
• Ability to read and interpret shop drawings, plans, and construction documents.
• Excellent organizational, scheduling, and problem-solving skills.
• Proven track record of managing shop labor resources to hit tight deadlines across multiple concurrent projects.
• Excellent communication and coordination skills to effectively coordinate between shop craftsmen, project managers and clients.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs comfortably and stand/walk on the cabinet shop floor for extended periods.