Lead Millwork Custom Craftsman

Reserve Millwork • Full-time • Bedford, Ohio, United States • $26 - $32 / hour • 3m ago

Reserve Millwork is an established, high-end commercial woodworking company specializing in the custom fabrication of award-winning architectural millwork since 1980. We are seeking an experienced Lead Custom Craftsman to support the fabrication of high‑quality custom commercial millwork. This is a hands‑on, working‑lead position for a senior craftsman who excels at complex shop work and serves as a technical resource on the shop floor. This role does not include people management; leadership is demonstrated through craftsmanship, problem‑solving, and execution

Key Responsibilities:

· Fabricate and assemble complex custom millwork, casework, cabinetry, and architectural woodwork.

· Work directly from approved shop drawings, specifications, and material schedules.

· Perform layout, machining, assembly, sanding, and preparation for finishing.

· Serve as a technical resource for complex or high‑risk builds.

· Review shop drawings for constructability and fabrication accuracy.

· Troubleshoot fabrication challenges during production.

· Maintain consistent quality standards aligned with commercial millwork requirements (e.g., AWI/QCP).

· Coordinate with project management, engineering, finishing, and installation teams to support schedule and field success.

· Support prototypes, mockups, and first‑article builds as needed.

· Maintain safe, organized, and efficient shop practices.

Required Experience & Skills

· 7+ years of hands‑on custom millwork or cabinetmaking experience, preferably in a commercial shop environment.

· Strong background working directly on the shop floor.

· Ability to read and interpret architectural and shop drawings.

· Advanced knowledge of woodworking machinery, tools, materials, and joinery.

· High attention to detail and commitment to quality craftsmanship.

· Strong problem‑solving skills and technical judgment.

· Ability to lead work and influence outcomes without managing people.

· CNC machining experience a plus.

Installation experience or understanding of field conditions preferred

About Reserve Millwork

Since 1980, Reserve Millwork’s reputation and focus are on high-end commercial projects that include reception desks, boardroom tables, cabinetry, etc. The primary customers are large general contractors; however, Reserve maintains relationships with developers, owners, and architects as well. Reserve delivers projects across the U.S. End-users of RMI’s work includes healthcare, corporate, legal, institutional, and governmental/civic customers. Reserve takes great pride in utilizing an intentional combination of industry expertise, old world craftsmanship, and state-of-the-art manufacturing equipment to construct almost any design imaginable. The team of project managers, engineers, cabinetmakers, woodworkers, and finishers have combined industry experience of over 200 years, giving our clients the advantage of an unmatched level of industry expertise.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $26.00 - $32.00 per hour

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