Cabinet Finisher Jobs
Cabinet Finisher jobs are open across residential construction, custom cabinetry shops, furniture manufacturing, and millwork, at every level from entry-level apprentice to lead finisher and foreman, with specializations in staining, lacquering, and distressing techniques. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Who is Cabinetworks Group? We are the U.S.’s second largest cabinetry manufacturer, with offices and manufacturing facilities across the country. Offering an unmatched selection of stylish, high-quality products at a variety of price levels, our brands are favored by builders, dealers, distributors, and home centers throughout North America. Our 19 cabinetry brands represent an extensive range of framed, frameless, and inset cabinetry products. The Waconia facility is home to the Medallion brand.
We are looking for some Cabinet Finishers to join our team.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Spray product on the finishing line per move ticket standards.
Perform sanding duties on the finishing line using a sanding block/sponge/paper.
Perform wiping duties on the finishing line using wiping rag.
Perform loading/unloading duties as directed.
Rotate between the various spraying job positions.
Perform sanding duties on the line using a sanding block or sandpaper.
Perform wiping duties on the line using a wiping rag.
Perform line loading/unloading duties as directed.
Communicate with various departments and personnel.
Complete any necessary documentation and paperwork.
Maintain production and quality standards.
Follow all safety rules and work instructions.
Perform all duties in a safe manner.
Actively participate with the natural work team.
Other duties as assigned.
JOB REQUIREMENTS:
Ability to read and understand move tickets.
Ability to spray all finishes.
Ability to sand/wipe all finishes.
Must have the ability to identify various finishes and wood species.
Must have excellent attention to detail
Must have good teamwork/communication skills.
Job Type: Full Time
Shift: 1st Shift
Pay: $20.00 per hour
Bonus: One time sign on bonus of $500 that will be paid out 50% after 45 days and 50% after 90 days of employment.
Hours: Range From Around 6:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Monday - Friday with occasional Saturday overtime
Why work at Cabinetworks Group?
Competitive base pay
401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match
Health, Dental, Vision & Supplemental Life Insurances
Company Paid Basic Life
Company Paid Short Term Disability
Paid vacation in first year
Paid Holidays starting Day 1
Excellent product discounts
Cabinetworks Group (the “Company”) is an equal opportunity employer and we want to have the best available persons in every job. The Company makes employment decisions only based on merit. It is the Company’s policy to prohibit discrimination in any employment opportunity (including but not limited to recruitment, employment, promotion, salary increases, benefits, termination and all other terms and conditions of employment) based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, pregnancy, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, age, physical/mental disability, medical condition, marital/domestic partner status, military and veteran status, height, weight or any other such characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. The Company is committed to complying with all applicable laws providing equal employment opportunities. This commitment applies to all persons involved in the operations of the Company regardless of where the employee is located and prohibits unlawful discrimination by any employee of the Company.
Cabinetworks Group is an E-Verify employer. E-Verify is an Internet based system operated by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) in partnership with the Social Security Administration (SSA) that allows participating employers to electronically verify the employment eligibility of their newly hired employees in the United States. Please click on the following links for more information.
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Shift 1 (United States of America)Full or Part Time
Full timeCabinetworks Group (the “Company”) is an equal opportunity employer and we want to have the best available persons in every job. The Company makes employment decisions only based on merit. It is the Company’s policy to prohibit discrimination in any employment opportunity (including but not limited to recruitment, employment, promotion, salary increases, benefits, termination and all other terms and conditions of employment) based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, pregnancy, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, age, physical/mental disability, medical condition, marital/domestic partner status, military and veteran status, height, weight or any other such characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. The Company is committed to complying with all applicable laws providing equal employment opportunities. This commitment applies to all persons involved in the operations of the Company regardless of where the employee is located and prohibits unlawful discrimination by any employee of the Company.
Cabinetworks Group is an E-Verify employer. E-Verify is an Internet based system operated by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) in partnership with the Social Security Administration (SSA) that allows participating employers to electronically verify the employment eligibility of their newly hired employees in the United States. Please click on the following links for more information.
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Who's Hiring

What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in cabinet finisher jobs.
- Hands-on experience applying stains, sealers, and topcoats to wood cabinets
- Proficiency with HVLP or conventional spray equipment and proper gun adjustment
- Ability to match colors and correct finish defects such as runs, fisheyes, or blush
- Knowledge of wood species characteristics and how they accept different finishes
- Familiarity with shop safety standards including VOC handling and respirator use
- High school diploma or GED, with vocational training or apprenticeship preferred
Tips for Your Cabinet Finisher Job Search
Tailor your resume to finishing techniques
List the specific finishes you've applied, such as lacquer, conversion varnish, or water-based stain, rather than just writing 'finishing experience.' Hiring managers scan for the exact coatings their shop uses, so matching their language moves your application forward.
Document your spray equipment proficiency
Call out the spray guns and application systems you've operated, whether HVLP, airless, or electrostatic. Shops invest heavily in their equipment and want finishers who need minimal ramp-up time, so naming familiar brands and systems signals readiness from day one.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists cabinet finisher openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target job titles beyond cabinet finisher
Search for 'wood finisher,' 'paint and stain technician,' and 'millwork finisher' alongside your primary title. Custom shops and production facilities often post the same role under different names, and searching only one title means you miss a real share of openings.
Build a finishing sample portfolio before interviews
Photograph your best work on wood species that show off color depth and grain clarity, including close-up shots of edges and corners. Even a small physical sample board of your stain and topcoat work gives interviewers something tangible to evaluate your eye for consistency.
Ask the right questions during on-site interviews
Ask about the shop's quality-control process for color matching and whether they use a spray booth or open-area finishing. Your questions show technical fluency and help you gauge whether the environment, production pace, and expectations match how you work.
Cabinet Finisher Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most cabinet finishers?
Cabinetworks, Renew Medic, and AVTECH Global are hiring the most cabinet finishers right now, with openings concentrated in Minnesota, Texas, and Wisconsin, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Checking listings frequently helps since finishing roles at active shops tend to fill quickly.
How many cabinet finisher jobs are remote?
About 0% of cabinet finisher openings are fully remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting that most finishing work requires hands-on access to spray equipment and drying facilities. The sub-areas most likely to allow remote flexibility are quality inspection roles, finishing consultation, and color specification work rather than production finishing.
How do you become a cabinet finisher?
Start by developing hands-on familiarity with wood preparation, including sanding grits, grain raising, and filler application. Then learn spray gun operation and practice applying stains and topcoats on scrap wood to build consistency. Many finishers enter through apprenticeships at cabinet shops or millwork facilities, where they shadow experienced finishers and advance as their color-matching and defect-correction skills improve.
How do you get hired as a cabinet finisher with little experience?
Focus on entry-level production finishing or prep roles, where you sand, clean, and stage pieces before a lead finisher applies topcoats. Bring a sample board showing your best stain and seal work, even if done at home on practice pieces. Shops hiring at volume often train candidates who demonstrate attention to surface prep and a steady hand, since those habits are harder to teach than specific product knowledge.
What does the cabinet finisher interview process look like?
Most interviews start with a conversation about the finishing products and spray systems you've used, followed by questions about how you troubleshoot common defects like orange peel, blushing, or uneven color. Many shops follow with a practical skills test where you prep and finish a sample door or panel on-site. Interviewers pay close attention to how you set up your gun, adjust for viscosity, and clean your equipment after spraying.
Where can I find and apply to cabinet finisher jobs?
You can find and apply to cabinet finisher jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience level and finishing specialization, then apply directly to each opening that fits.
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