Artisans jobs in Oakville, ON

Job Summary – Cabinet Maker

For over 30 years, Top Notch Cabinets has provided a luxurious brand of fine cabinetry to North Americans. Our relentless dedication to high-quality products and leading-edge custom designs has been at the core of Top Notch’s longevity and success. Our reputation is built on craftsmanship, attention to detail, and superior customer service.

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Cabinet Maker to join our growing team. The successful candidate will be responsible for crafting wooden cabinets and other fine wooden furniture to detailed specifications. They will produce quality cabinets to specification by reading drawings/blueprints and replicating past designs using hand tools and woodworking machines while having a strong knowledge of shop practices, procedures, techniques, tools, equipment, quality control and safety equipment. Dedication to quality craftsmanship and the possession of mathematical and analytical skills necessary to do material estimates are essential in this role.

Key Responsibilities:

• Read blueprints, drawings and schematics.
• Knowledge of different wood species and wood cores
• Estimate and gather materials required for production by selecting the proper quality of wood to meet the requirements of the finished components
• Use shapers and moulders, jigs, templates, rulers, assortment of clamps, measuring tapes and electronic equipment to accurately measure wood for cutting and shaping
• Cut and detail wood for production.
• Cut, drill, sand or plane materials for appropriate fit.
• Ensure fittings and other hardware components are correct and of good quality.
• Attach fittings and other components to finished cabinetry.
• Construct and maintain structural woodwork, shelving, flooring, drawers, doors etc.
• Problem solve and provide recommendations for cabinet issues that arise in production or during installations
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• 10+ years of Cabinetmaking experience
• Knowledge of carpentry, zero tolerance to measurements
• Experience with face frame construction is an asset
• Knowledge of safe operation of hand and power tools.
• Understanding of workplace safety and safe lifting and handling procedures.
• Effective verbal, written and listening communications skills.
• Ability to read building specifications, blueprints, drawings and schematics.
• Mathematical skills and analytical skills necessary to do material estimates.
• The candidate must be able to work well with others, take direction, and maintain a professional and positive attitude.

Work Conditions:

• Ability to lift and carry objects 10-75 lbs
• Manual dexterity required to use power and hand tools.
• Frequently noisy working environment.
• Overtime as required.

Use of PPE, including safety glasses and steel toe boots required.We support diversity, equity, and a workplace free from harassment and discrimination. We are committed to providing accommodation for people with disabilities. If you require accommodation through any aspects of the selection process, please notify us and we will work with you to meet your needs.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $30.00-$35.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking

Experience:

• cabinetmaking: 5 years (required)

Work Location: In person