Cabinetmaker

Tradestaff; Waitakere Ranges; On-site; NZD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Jora New Zealand is seeking an experienced Factory-Based Cabinet Maker to join a busy manufacturing team. This hands-on role requires a minimum of 4 years' experience in a cabinet making factory or joinery workshop and confidence operating a wide range of woodworking machinery.

Responsibilities include manufacturing and assembling kitchens and bespoke cabinetry, reading plans, and maintaining productivity while meeting deadlines in a well-equipped workshop.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years' experience in a factory-based cabinet making or joinery environment.
• Strong knowledge of cabinet construction methods and manufacturing processes.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a production team.
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.
• Reliable, punctual, and able to meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Manufacture and assemble custom kitchens, wardrobes, vanities, office furniture, and bespoke cabinetry.
• Read and interpret plans, cutting lists, and shop drawings.
• Set up and safely operate woodworking machinery.
• Assemble cabinets to a high standard, ensuring quality and accuracy.
• Maintain productivity while meeting production deadlines.
• Keep the workshop clean, organised, and compliant with health and safety requirements.

Skills

Attention to detail

Punctual

Independent worker

Team player

Tools

CNC Router

Beam Saw

Panel Saw

Sliding Table Saw

Edge Bander

Thicknesser

Surface Planer

Spindle Moulder

Multi-Borer

Drill Press

Mitre Saw

Table Saw

Handheld Routers

Belt Sander

Orbital Sander

Finishing Sanders

Laminate Trimming

Dust Extraction Systems

Job description

Jora New Zealand will close on 9th September 2026. Thank you for being with us, we are cheering you on as you continue your career journey.

Factory-Based Cabinet Maker – ExperiencedWe are looking for an experiencedFactory-Based Cabinet Makerto join our busy manufacturing team. This is a hands-on role for a skilled tradesperson who takes pride in producing high-quality cabinetry and joinery.
The successful applicant must have aminimum of 4 years' experiencein a cabinet making factory or joinery workshop and be confident working with a wide range of woodworking machinery.
Key Responsibilities

• Manufacture and assemble custom kitchens, wardrobes, vanities, office furniture, and bespoke cabinetry.
• Read and interpret plans, cutting lists, and shop drawings.
• Set up and safely operate woodworking machinery.
• Assemble cabinets to a high standard, ensuring quality and accuracy.
• Maintain productivity while meeting production deadlines.
• Keep the workshop clean, organised, and compliant with health and safety requirements.
• Minimum4 years' experiencein a factory-based cabinet making or joinery environment.
• Strong knowledge of cabinet construction methods and manufacturing processes.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a production team.
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.
• Reliable, punctual, and able to meet deadlines.

Factory-Based Cabinet Maker – ExperiencedWe are looking for an experiencedFactory-Based Cabinet Makerto join our busy manufacturing team. This is a hands-on role for a skilled tradesperson who takes pride in producing high-quality cabinetry and joinery.
The successful applicant must have aminimum of 4 years' experiencein a cabinet making factory or joinery workshop and be confident working with a wide range of woodworking machinery.
Key Responsibilities

• Manufacture and assemble custom kitchens, wardrobes, vanities, office furniture, and bespoke cabinetry.
• Read and interpret plans, cutting lists, and shop drawings.
• Set up and safely operate woodworking machinery.
• Assemble cabinets to a high standard, ensuring quality and accuracy.
• Maintain productivity while meeting production deadlines.
• Keep the workshop clean, organised, and compliant with health and safety requirements.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Minimum4 years' experiencein a factory-based cabinet making or joinery environment.
• Strong knowledge of cabinet construction methods and manufacturing processes.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a production team.
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.
• Reliable, punctual, and able to meet deadlines

Machinery Experience RequiredApplicants must be competent in the setup and operation of:

• CNC Router
• Beam Saw
• Panel Saw
• Sliding Table Saw
• Edge Bander
• Thicknesser
• Surface Planer (Jointer)
• Spindle Moulder (Shaper)
• Multi-Borer / Line Boring Machine
• Drill Press
• Mitre Saw
• Table Saw
• Handheld Routers
• Belt, Orbital and Finishing Sanders
• Laminate Trimming Equipment
• Dust Extraction Systems and general woodworking machinery

Experience withCabinet Vision, Mozaik, Microvellum, or other cabinet manufacturing softwarewould be an advantage but is not essential.
We offer a stable, full-time position within a professional and well-equipped workshop.