Forte Interiors Design Build is a mid-sized company that specializes in the manufacturing and design of high-end custom-made furniture and cabinetry for residential projects. We're looking for an experienced **Cabinet Shop Manager** to lead our Philadelphia location.

The ideal candidate has extensive hands-on experience (10+ years) in cabinet making and/or woodworking, along with a track record of supervising a shop floor, managing production schedules, and holding a team to a high standard of craftsmanship. This is a working leadership role — the Cabinet Shop Manager oversees projects and cabinet makers while staying actively hands-on with building, sourcing, and assembling cabinetry, furniture, and project components. This role involves coordinating across our two locations, with projects primarily getting installed at our Palm Beach, FL outfit. Full-Time.

Eligible candidates must have the following requirements:

**What You'll Do**

* Oversee daily shop operations, including production scheduling, workflow, and staffing assignments
* Supervise, train, and mentor cabinet makers and shop staff to maintain consistent quality and productivity
* Actively build, assemble, and finish custom cabinetry, furniture, and project components alongside the shop team
* Source materials, hardware, and supplies, working directly with vendors to secure quality and pricing
* Review shop drawings, elevations, and cut lists to ensure jobs are built to spec before production begins
* Coordinate with project managers, designers, and the installation team to keep projects on schedule
* Coordinate production timing and logistics between the Philadelphia and Palm Beach locations, ensuring finished work ships out for installation on schedule
* Manage material and hardware ordering, inventory levels, and vendor relationships
* Enforce quality control standards, inspecting work in progress and finished pieces for fit, finish, and accuracy
* Maintain a clean, organized, and safe shop environment, ensuring compliance with safety protocols
* Troubleshoot production issues and proactively communicate solutions to leadership
* Manage equipment maintenance schedules and oversee proper use/care of shop machinery and tools

**What We're Looking For**

* 10+ years of professional cabinet making/millwork experience, including prior supervisory or shop management experience
* Strong understanding of cabinet construction, materials, hardware, and production sequencing
* Ability to read and interpret shop drawings, elevations, and cut lists with precision
* Proven leadership skills with the ability to train, motivate, and hold a team accountable
* High attention to detail — quality and fit matter
* Strong organizational and scheduling skills to keep production on track
* Professional communication and reliability
* Valid driver's license and dependable transportation
* Ability to lift, move, and safely operate shop equipment and machinery
* Ability to learn and/or operate a CNC router alongside team members

Drug Free Workplace
Health Benefits, Profit Sharing, Dental and Vision. Paid Vacation

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Pay: $30.00 - $45.00 per hour

Benefits:

Dental insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

How many years of management experience do you have?

Experience:

cabinet building: 10 years (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

Lansdowne, PA 19050 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Forte Interiors Design Build

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