Lead Carpenter / Carpentry Supervisor

Zohorecruit; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Overtime opportunities

Paid holidays

PTO

Growth potential

Job summary

Zohorecruit seeks a Lead Carpenter / Carpentry Supervisor in Houston to manage daily carpentry operations in our woodworking and cabinet shop. The role is hands-on and includes leading a team of carpenters and helpers, ensuring quality, productivity, and safety.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in carpentry, 2+ years leading teams, and strong drawing reading ability, with proficiency in shop machinery and tools.

Qualifications

• 5+ years as wood carpenter or millwork carpenter.
• 2+ years leading carpentry teams.
• Strong ability to read shop drawings and specs.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Experience with shop machinery and hand tools.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily carpentry operations in shop.
• Hands-on work and supervising carpenters and helpers.
• Ensure quality, productivity, and safety standards.
• Coordinate with production and field teams.

Skills

Team leadership

Reading shop drawings

Communication

Machinery/tool handling

Multi-priority management

Safety awareness

Physical endurance

Tools

Shop tools

CNC or production shop a plus

Job description

Houston, United States | Posted on 09/30/2026

We are seeking an experienced Lead Carpenter / Carpentry Supervisor to oversee daily carpentry operations in our woodworking and cabinet shop. This role is hands-on and includes managing a team of carpenters and helpers, ensuring quality, productivity, and safety.

Requirements

• 5+ years experience as a wood carpenter, cabinet maker, or millwork carpenter
  
• 2+ years experience leading or supervising carpentry teams
  
• Strong ability to read shop drawings and specifications
  
• Excellent communication and leadership skills
  
• Experience with shop machinery and hand tools
  
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
  
• Ability to lift up to 50 lb
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in architectural mill work or custom cabinetry
  
• CNC or production-shop experience
  
• Installation and field coordination experience
  
• Competitive pay based on experience
  
• Overtime opportunities
  
• Paid holidays and PTO
  
• Stable workload with long-term growth potential
  
• Leadership role in a professional woodworking environment