Job Description

Job Summary:

The Cabinet Maker is responsible for designing, making and assembling wooden furniture and cabinetry.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

· None.

Primary Job Responsibilities:

· Takes customer orders and agrees on the specifications.

· Reviews drawings and chooses appropriate materials, such as the correct type of timber, veneer, or synthetic board.

· Uses computer-aided design programs to perform calculations and refine drawings.

· Cuts and joins wood to make parts according to the plans.

· Assembles cabinets and furniture from shaped components.

· Creates cabinetry and furniture pieces according to specifications, including hinges, locks, and handles.

· Repairs or refurbishes older furniture.

· Refines or enhances existing furniture by adding intricate details.

· Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications & Skills:

· Strong mathematical skills to perform calculations and measurements.

· Excellent hand-eye coordination and spatial awareness.

· Ability to operate cutting and joining tools and machines.

· Excellent knowledge of different surfaces and adhesives.

· Ability to work precisely with an eye for detail.

Education & Experience:

· High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.

· Completion of a training program or apprenticeship preferred.

· At least 1 year of experience as a Cabinet Maker, with a portfolio of completed works.

Physical Requirements

· Reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, and handling.

· Physical fitness, including ease of movement and the capacity to lift up to 50 pounds.

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