Apprentice Cabinet Maker

NAKAMURA-BEEMAN INC; Santa Fe Springs (CA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Training & development

Job summary

NAKAMURA-BEEMAN INC in Santa Fe Springs, California is hiring Cabinet Maker Apprentices who will work alongside skilled professionals in both the shop and at job sites. The role involves hands-on training, assembling cabinets, and learning to use hand and power tools effectively. We're looking for motivated individuals interested in a long-term career in cabinet making. Competitive salary and health insurance offered, with clear paths for advancement based on skill development and performance.

Qualifications

• Interest in woodworking and construction.
• Basic experience with hand tools/power tools is a plus.
• Willingness to learn and work as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist in assembling cabinets and furniture.
• Support cabinet installation at job sites.
• Learn to read and interpret shop drawings.

Skills

Interest in woodworking, construction, or cabinet making

Ability to follow directions

Strong work ethic

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development

About Us:

We are a well‑established manufacturing company with over 47 years in business, specializing in custom cabinetry and fixtures. We are looking for motivated individuals who want to learn a skilled trade and build a long‑term career in cabinet making and installation.

Job Description:

We are hiring Cabinet Maker Apprentices to work alongside experienced cabinet makers and installers in both our shop and in the field. This is a hands‑on training position with clear opportunities for advancement based on skill development and performance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in assembling cabinets and furniture from pre‑cut parts
• Support cabinet installation at job sites under supervision
• Learn to read and interpret shop drawings and blueprints
• Use hand tools and power tools safely and effectively
• Perform sanding, prep work, and general shop duties
• Help load, unload, and organize materials
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment

Qualifications:

• Interest in woodworking, construction, or cabinet making
• Basic experience with hand tools/power tools is a plus (not required)
• Strong work ethic and willingness to learn
• Ability to follow directions and work as part of a team
• Ability to lift and handle materials
• Valid driver’s license preferred

What to expect:

• Perform physical labor throughout the workday (standing, lifting, bending, kneeling)
• Lift and carry materials (typically 50+ lbs) repeatedly
• Work in a woodshop and construction job site environment (dust, noise, varying conditions)
• Use hand tools and power tools safely and regularly
• Be on your feet for 8+ hours per day
• Work with wood, laminates, adhesives, and finishes
• Follow detailed instructions and shop drawings
• Start work on time and maintain consistent attendance
• Follow all safety procedures and wear required PPE

What You’ll Gain:

• Hands‑on training in cabinet making and installation
• Learn a skilled trade with long‑term career potential
• Experience in both shop fabrication and field installation
• Clear path for advancement and increased earnings
• Regular performance reviews with pay increases based on skill progression