Job Opening: Cabinet Maker

Cabinet Maker – Big Lake, MN
Hours/Shift: 1st Shift — Monday–Thursday, 6:00am–4:30pm

About the Company
This position is with a family-owned custom cabinetry shop in Big Lake, MN, known for combining traditional craftsmanship with modern techniques to produce premium, handcrafted cabinetry and custom woodwork. Since 1979, the team has specialized in designing and building one-of-a-kind, high-quality cabinetry for builders and homeowners across Minnesota.
Their work includes kitchens, bars, media walls, mudrooms, baths, hidden pantries, and specialty woodwork—each piece crafted with pride by a small, highly skilled team.

Job Title: Cabinet Maker
Position Summary
The company is seeking a skilled, detail-oriented Cabinet Maker to join its growing team of artisans. The ideal candidate is passionate about high-quality craftsmanship, experienced in custom cabinetry, and capable of turning design concepts into beautiful, functional finished products. This is a hands-on shop role focused on crafting custom cabinets, specialty millwork, and unique one-off pieces for upscale residential projects.

Key Responsibilities
Cabinet Fabrication & Assembly
•     Build custom cabinetry, furniture pieces, and millwork based on shop drawings and specifications.
•     Perform precise assembly, joinery, sanding, and finishing to meet high craftsmanship standards.
•     Operate woodworking tools including table saws, planers, jointers, routers, sanders, and clamps.
•     Prepare, cut, and assemble doors, drawers, frames, panels, and interior components.

Qualifications
Required
•     2–5+ years of experience in cabinet making, woodworking, finish carpentry, or a related trade.
•     Proficiency with woodworking machinery, power tools, and hand tools.
•     Strong understanding of joinery, cabinetry construction, and woodworking techniques.
•     Ability to read and interpret CAD drawings, blueprints, and cut lists.
•     High attention to detail and commitment to craftsmanship.
Preferred
•     Experience in custom cabinetry (beyond production environments).
•     Familiarity with edge banders, finishing equipment, and shop workflow.
•     Ability to lift 50+ lbs and stand for extended periods.
•     Ability to provide basic hand tools and additional tools as needed.