Cabinetry CAD Drafter — AutoCAD & CNC Prep

KAD Staffing; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

KAD Staffing is assisting in filling a cabinet drafting role in Milwaukee, WI. The position focuses on producing cabinetry and CNC-type drawings, processing work orders, and coordinating with CNC operators and shop staff to ensure accurate execution of drawings.

The ideal candidate has AutoCAD experience, strong 2D drafting skills, and is comfortable learning Microvellum. Proficiency in Excel and field-measurement tasks is valued, with a focus on accurate documentation and safety compliance.

Qualifications

• Experience with AutoCAD is required.
• Experience in production-style drafting (not design drafting).
• Strong understanding of 2D drawings for architectural and client approval.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills (Outlook, Word, Excel).
• Willingness to learn Microvellum; in-house training provided.
• Cabinet assembly experience preferred but not required.
• Ability to pass a drug screen and background check.

Responsibilities

• Use drafting software to produce cabinetry and CNC-type projects.
• Process work orders for job boxes.
• Communicate with CNC operator on programming items as needed.
• Use Excel to type up cabinet work orders as needed.
• Apply knowledge in construction methods of custom cabinetry and millwork.
• Field measure at jobsites independently or with a teammate.
• Integrate cabinet hardware requirements into drafting designs.
• Maintain organized documentation for work orders and client files.
• Coordinate with shop foreman to align production and scheduling.
• Coordinate with sales to clarify drafting requirements and feedback.
• Communicate with shop assemblers to ensure drawings are executed accurately.
• Follow safety rules and report accidents immediately.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by management.

Skills

Drafting

2D drawings

Communication

Organization

Field measurement

Production drafting

Team coordination

Tools

AutoCAD

Microvellum

Microsoft Excel

Job description

KAD Staffing is assisting in filling a cabinet drafting role in Milwaukee, WI. The position focuses on producing cabinetry and CNC-type drawings, processing work orders, and coordinating with CNC operators and shop staff to ensure accurate execution of drawings.

The ideal candidate has AutoCAD experience, strong 2D drafting skills, and is comfortable learning Microvellum. Proficiency in Excel and field-measurement tasks is valued, with a focus on accurate documentation and safety compliance.