Cabinet Builder

Franklin Building Supply

Let's share a little about FBS and then we welcome you to apply:

We are so proud to be 100% Employee Owned. We hire owners, not employees! This means that employees earn ownership in our company through their work and build their net worth based on the company's change in value over time. Once eligible, you start your journey to ownership with an annual gift of stock averaging 17% of what you make each year!

For our seventh consecutive year, we ranked in the Top 10 Best Places to Work in Idaho.

Franklin Building Supply is a lumber and building material company that has been in business for more than 45 years. We have locations spread across Idaho and one in Nevada.

We supply just about everything besides plumbing and electrical to build homes. Our focus is on serving professional home builders. Along with providing materials, we install a wide range of products including framing, overhead doors, insulation, gutters, siding, and more. We also manufacture some products including trusses, cabinets, doors, and granite countertops.

Our company is full of outstanding people who have been working for Franklin Building Supply for 10, 20, or 30 years. We're working harder than anyone else in our market to get better every day, adding value for customers and improving the value of our company for our employee-owners.

We are committed to working safer, smarter, and more efficiently than ever before. We are investing significantly in tools, equipment, training, and positions like this to help our team reach its potential.

Along with competitive compensation, we offer competitive benefits that would be expected including medical/Rx, vision and dental insurance, 401(k), paid time off, holiday pay, disability & life insurance, etc.

Primary Purpose

This position is to accurately and efficiently assemble cabinets and drawer boxes using melamine materials in accordance with production specifications and quality standards. This role is essential to maintaining consistent output and structural integrity in the cabinet manufacturing process, ensuring each unit has the proper fit, and function of a high-quality finished product.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Cabinet Assembly: Build custom cabinets and drawer boxes using melamine panels, screws, and specified joinery techniques (e.g., dowel, butt joint, dovetail).
• Blueprint & Technical Interpretation: Read and interpret shop drawings, blueprints, and cut lists to assemble units to exact specifications.
• Structural Quality: Ensure assembled boxes are square, structurally sound, and properly fitted, making adjustments and corrections as necessary.
• Component Installation: Accurately install cabinet backs, stretchers, and interior parts according to design requirements.
• Tool Operation: Safely and effectively use hand tools, pneumatic tools (nailers, drills), and shop equipment to assemble components.
• Inspection & Quality Control: Inspect finished products for proper fit and finish; identify and address any defects or issues before final processing.
• Material Handling: Efficiently move, organize, and stage materials, drawers, and cabinets to maintain production flow.
• Team Communication: Coordinate with supervisors and coworkers to resolve issues and ensure alignment with production goals.
• Shop Cleanliness & Safety: Maintain a clean, organized work area and comply with shop safety standards.
• Cross-Training: Participate in cross-training initiatives to support shop flexibility and collaboration.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Qualifications:

• Technical Skills: Ability to read and execute detailed shop drawings with minimal supervision.
• Tool Proficiency: Skilled in the use of common woodworking hand tools and shop equipment.
• Physical Requirements: Capable of lifting up to 50 lbs. and standing for extended periods during work hours.
• Attention to Detail: High standards for craftsmanship, accuracy, and finished product quality.
• Problem-Solving: Identify assembly issues and make quick, effective adjustments.
• Time Management: Meet production deadlines while maintaining quality and safety.
• Cultural Alignment: Support Franklin's core values, including craftsmanship, safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
• Lean Thinking: Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles and willingness to contribute to efficiency improvements.
• Adaptability: Willing to perform other duties as assigned to support shop operations.