Design Manager - Kitchen Cabinetry at QTK Fine Cabinetry

QTK Fine Cabinetry; Vaughan; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary based on experience

Health and dental benefits

Paid vacation

Career growth opportunities

Collaborative team environment

On-site parking

Job summary

QTK Fine Cabinetry in Vaughan, ON, is seeking a Design Leadership role to oversee cabinetry drawings, plans, and specifications, ensuring designs meet company standards, manufacturing requirements, and client expectations.

You will lead a design team, mentor staff, coordinate with sales, production, and installers, and drive process improvements to raise efficiency and quality across projects.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in kitchen cabinetry design.
• Knowledge of cabinetry construction methods, materials, hardware, and manufacturing processes.
• Experience reviewing technical drawings and production-ready designs.
• Proven experience leading or supervising a team.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Design Leadership & Quality Control: Review and approve kitchen cabinetry drawings, plans, and specifications.
• Provide technical guidance and support to designers, drafters, and project staff.
• Resolve design-related issues and answer questions from internal teams.

Skills

Leadership

Attention to detail

Time management

Technical cabinetry knowledge

Project coordination

Client-focused

Interpersonal communication

Education

Post-secondary education in Interior Design, Architectural Technology, Engineering Technology, or related field

Tools

Cabinet Vision

AutoCAD

Mozaik

Microvellum

Job description

About the Role

This Full time on site position offers great opportunities for career growth. QTK Fine Cabinetry is a manufacturer of residential kitchens, vanities and other millwork. Since 1974 QTK has been fusing unique designs with innovative manufacturing to create almost limitless options for our customers. Check out our instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/qtkkitchen/ and our website www.QTK.ca

Key Responsibilities

Design Leadership & Quality Control Review and approve kitchen cabinetry drawings, plans, and specifications. Ensure designs meet company standards, manufacturing requirements, and client expectations. Provide technical guidance and support to designers, drafters, and project staff. Resolve design-related issues and answer questions from internal teams.

Team Management Lead, mentor, and support the design team. Assign workloads and manage department priorities. Monitor team performance and ensure productivity goals are achieved. Foster a collaborative and positive work environment.

Project Coordination Track project schedules and ensure deadlines are met. Follow up with team members on outstanding tasks and deliverables. Coordinate with sales, production, project managers, and installers to ensure smooth project execution. Identify potential delays and proactively implement solutions.

Process Improvement Develop and maintain design standards and best practices. Improve departmental workflows and efficiencies. Assist with training and onboarding new design staff.

Qualifications

Required Minimum 5+ years of experience in kitchen cabinetry design. Strong knowledge of cabinetry construction methods, materials, hardware, and manufacturing processes. Previous experience reviewing technical drawings and production-ready designs. Proven experience leading or supervising a team. Strong organizational and project management skills. Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities. Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.

Preferred Experience with Cabinet Vision, AutoCAD, Mozaik, Microvellum, or similar cabinetry design software. Experience in custom millwork or residential cabinetry environments. Post-secondary education in Interior Design, Architectural Technology, Engineering Technology, or a related field.

Skills & Competencies

• Leadership and team development
• Attention to detail
• Time management and prioritization
• Technical cabinetry knowledge
• Project coordination
• Client-focused mindset
• Strong interpersonal communication

What We Offer

• Competitive salary, based on experience
• Health and dental benefits
• Paid vacation
• Career growth opportunities
• Collaborative and supportive team environment
• Opportunity to play a key role in the growth of the company

Benefits

• Pay: $70,000.00-$80,000.00 per year
• Benefits: Casual dress
• Company events
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Extended health care
• Flexible schedule
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• Vision care

Work Location: In person