Cabinet Maker IV

Gulfstream Aerospace; Appleton (WI); On-site; USD 54,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Gulfstream Aerospace Appleton seeks an experienced Cabinet Maker IV to fabricate complex cabinets for aircraft interiors. You will read design specifications, operate woodworking tools, and ensure quality while maintaining safety standards.

The role supports lead technicians and coordinates with the shop team to meet project timelines. Requirements include a high school diploma or GED and 4 years of cabinetmaking experience, with aerospace exposure preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 4 years cabinetmaking experience required; aerospace preferred.
• Experience reading material specs and engineering drawings is essential.

Responsibilities

• Fabricates complex high quality cabinets and wood subassemblies for aircraft interiors.
• Interprets specifications and drawings to ensure design compliance and quality.
• Uses stationary and hand tools; adheres to safety and 5S policies.
• Develops process improvements with supervision to reduce cost and time.
• Uses the material tracking system to create parts demand and sign off work.
• Mentors junior technicians and coordinates tasks with lead.

Skills

Attention to detail

Read engineering drawings

Team player

Use power tools

3D model understanding

Education

High School Diploma or GED

4 years cabinetmaking experience

Tools

Woodworking tools

Job description

Cabinet Maker IV in GAC Appleton

Unique Skills

1st Shift: Mon - Thur, 05:00 AM - 15:30 PM - 4 x 10

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Gulfstream employees benefit from a total rewards package that includes competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits plans, wellness programs, paid leave and tuition assistance.

Ability to work in a team environment and perform tasks that require strong attention to detail, understanding 3D models, and use of power tools.

Strong understanding of furniture fabrication process on Gulfstream aircraft preferred.

Education And Experience Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required. 4 years of experience in cabinetmaking. Experience in aerospace industry preferred.

Position Purpose

Under general supervision, fabricates the most complex cabinets and other wood-surfaced subassemblies for installation in aircraft. Assists lead by overseeing projects and providing guidance, assistance and training to co-workers.

Job Description

Principle Duties and Responsibilities:

Essential Functions

• Fabricates complex high quality furniture and other wood-surfaced subassemblies using stationary and hand held-tools. .
• Interprets material specifications and design/engineering drawings to ensure finished product meets design and engineering requirements with a high level of quality and detail. Coordinates with supervision to ensure compliance with customer approved design samples.
• Utilizes a variety of woodworking tools and techniques.
• Complies with and champions safety, 5S, and housekeeping policies and ensures the protection of aircraft interiors. .
• Works with lead and higher skilled technicians to develop and implement process improvements that increase safety, reduce, cost, cycle time, and man-hours using Lean Six-Sigma and other process improvement techniques.
• Utilizes the material tracking system to create parts demand, track squawks and to sign-off work.

Additional Functions

• Accepts Lead responsibilities when required. Mentors and trains lesser skilled technicians. .
• Oversees projects and coordinates with Lead to delegate tasks to assigned technicians. .
• Conducts safety audits and assists team members in doing safety audits. .
• Assists in maintaining shop equipment and associated JSAs. .
• Coordinates with other backshops when necessary. .
• Adapts to sudden schedule changes. .

Perform other duties as assigned.

Other Requirements

• Demonstrates excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Able to climb ladders and stairs, work in small restricted areas, lift up to 40 pounds and work any shift.
• Must be computer literate.
• Advanced knowledge of cabinetmaking processes and products.
• Possess a working knowledge of Gulfstream inspection and process specifications preferred.

This job requires one to be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.

Additional Information

Requisition Number: 235974

Category: Operations

Percentage of Travel: None

Shift: First

Employment Type: Full-time

Posting End Date: 09/22/2026

Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans

Gulfstream does not provide work visa sponsorship for this position, unless the applicant is a currently sponsored Gulfstream employee.