Assistant Millwork Shop Manager

Job Description

Job Description

We are a Long Island based premier luxury residential millshop and contractor located on the East Coast.  D. Reis Furniture Manufacturing has an uncompromising commitment to quality, personal service, and exemplary craftsmanship. We are seeking an experienced and qualified Assistant Millwork Shop Manager that work in a growing company with expanding business needs . 

An Assistant Millwork Manager assists the primary manager in managing daily operations at a woodshop or construction site. Responsibilities include overseeing custom woodworking and cabinetry, interpreting blueprints, maintaining quality control, enforcing safety protocols, and supervising installation teams to ensure timely project completion

Core Responsibilities:

Leadership & Team Management

• Supervise, train, and schedule custom woodworkers, carpenters, and installation crews.
• Step in to lead the team and manage day-to-day operations in the absence of the primary Shop manager.
• Assign specific fabrication or installation tasks based on skill level and project demands.

Production & Technical Oversight

• Interpret complex architectural blueprints, millwork shop drawings, and field dimensions.
• Oversee the fabrication, assembly, and installation of custom cabinetry, molding, and architectural woodwork.
• Conduct regular quality checks to ensure all products meet design specifications and architectural standards.

Project Coordination & Administration

• Coordinate with Project Managers, architects, and designers to resolve structural or design issues.
• Manage inventory, track hardware, and request material or field deliveries according to the construction schedule.
• Assist in administrative duties such as completing Daily Field Reports, tracking timekeeping, and documenting change orders.

Safety & Compliance

• Enforce all company and site-specific safety regulations, including proper use of safety gear and power equipment.
• Conduct regular safety briefings (toolbox talks) and inspect equipment for safe operation.

Role Requirements

• Experience: 5+ years of hands-on experience in finish carpentry, custom cabinetry, or architectural millwork. Previous supervisory or lead experience is highly preferred.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency with woodworking machinery, advanced blueprint reading, CNC and proficiency in taking precise field measurements.
• Certifications: Requires or prefers OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certifications
• Soft Skills: Strong leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills to effectively coordinate with trades and clients.