Cabinet Maker Jobs
Cabinet Maker jobs are open across residential construction, furniture manufacturing, and commercial millwork, covering specializations in custom cabinetry, finish carpentry, and casework fabrication, from entry-level shop assistants to lead craftspeople and shop foremen. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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About the Role
We are seeking a experienced Lead Cabinet Maker / Installer and Custom Furniture Fabricator to join our team. We are small shop that focuses on high-end architectural millwork, cabinetry, and custom furniture for both residential and commercial/restaurant projects in the NY/NJ area. We offer excellent project variety, room for professional growth, and flexibility. Typical projects include custom cabinetry, furniture, fine trimwork, CNC paneling, upholstered booth and banquettes.
Key Responsibilities
Fabricate and assemble premium custom cabinetry, architectural millwork, and standalone furniture pieces.
Execute flawless on-site installations, ensuring exceptional alignment and structural integrity.
Perform high-end finish and trim carpentry to meet exacting design specifications.
Read and interpret technical shop drawings and detailed architectural plans.
Qualifications & Requirements
3 to 5 years of proven experience in high-end architectural millwork, custom cabinet making, or a closely related finish carpentry discipline.
High Standards and a strong commitment to premium craftsmanship.
Independence and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work indepently.
Above all we are looking for someone with the right attitude who wants to contribute their ideas, skills and experience. We strongly believe that everybody has something to teach and learn from each other.
Additional Bonus skills and experiences: CNC, CAD, Automatic Edgebander, Upholstery
https://www.resolutemillwork.com/
https://www.instagram.com/resolutewoodworking
Pay: $25.00 - $40.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40.0 per week
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off
Work Location: In person
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Who's Hiring
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in cabinet maker jobs.
- Proficiency with table saws, routers, and hand tools in a production or custom shop environment
- Experience reading and interpreting architectural drawings, shop drawings, or cut lists
- Knowledge of wood species, sheet goods, veneers, and appropriate joinery methods for each
- Familiarity with finishing techniques including sanding, staining, lacquering, and painting cabinets
- Ability to operate CNC equipment or computer-aided design software for cabinet layout
- Completion of an apprenticeship, vocational program, or two or more years of shop experience
Tips for Your Cabinet Maker Job Search
List every machine you operate
Employers filter cabinet maker resumes by specific equipment. Name every tool you're proficient with, including table saws, CNC routers, edge banders, and mortisers. Vague phrases like 'woodworking machinery' get you screened out before a human reads your resume.
Show finished work in your portfolio
A portfolio of completed projects moves you past resume screeners faster than credentials alone. Photograph cabinets in context, show joinery details, and include before-and-after shots of restoration work. Hiring managers in custom shops weigh this heavily against applicants without it.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists cabinet maker openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target shops by their production method
Custom shops, production houses, and commercial millwork firms each require a different skill emphasis. Read the job description for clues like 'face-frame construction,' 'frameless,' or 'AWI standards' and tailor your resume to match the method they use daily.
Prepare a skills test answer before the interview
Many cabinet maker interviews include a bench test or a hands-on task. Know your finishing tolerances, joinery preferences, and how you handle warped stock before you walk in. Shops that test on-site cut candidates who hesitate on basic technique questions.
Negotiate start date around project cycles
Cabinet shops often run on tight project timelines. If you have flexibility, offer a start date that aligns with their next job cycle rather than immediately. This signals you understand production workflow and makes the transition easier for both sides.
Cabinet Maker Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most cabinet makers?
The companies hiring the most cabinet makers right now include nu design, Woodtronics, and Aries Industries, with the largest share of openings in Texas, California, and Ohio, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand is especially strong at custom residential shops and commercial millwork contractors.
How many cabinet maker jobs are remote?
About 0% of cabinet maker openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting that most of the role requires hands-on shop work. The sub-areas most likely to offer remote flexibility are design drafting, estimating, and project management roles attached to cabinet fabrication firms.
How do you become a cabinet maker?
Most cabinet makers start with a vocational program, community college coursework in woodworking, or a formal apprenticeship through a union or trade association. From there, entry-level shop positions build hand tool and machine skills. Proficiency grows through exposure to different wood species, joinery methods, and finishing systems across progressively complex projects.
How do you get hired as a cabinet maker with little or no experience?
Start by applying to production shops that build cabinet components in volume rather than custom one-off pieces, since they train faster and tolerate a steeper learning curve. A portfolio of personal woodworking projects, even hobby pieces, signals genuine aptitude. Willingness to handle finishing, sanding, and cleanup work gets your foot in the door while you build measurable shop skills.
What does the cabinet maker interview process look like?
Most cabinet maker interviews involve a conversation about your shop background, the equipment you've run, and the types of projects you've built, followed by a walkthrough of the facility. Shops hiring for skilled roles often add a bench test where you demonstrate a cut, joint, or finish task. The process typically moves quickly from first contact to an offer.
Where can I find and apply to cabinet maker jobs?
You can find and apply to cabinet maker jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your skills and location, then apply directly to each one that fits.
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