MILLWORK/CABINETRY DRAFTER (AutoCAD)

KAD Staffing; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

KAD Staffing is seeking a drafting-oriented professional in Milwaukee, WI to produce cabinetry and CNC-style drawings. You will process work orders, collaborate with CNC operators, and leverage AutoCAD along with Microvellum training to ensure accurate, on-time deliverables.

You will field-measure sites, manage documentation, and coordinate with sales and shop foremen to align production. A strong command of 2D drawings and MS Office is essential, plus a readiness to pass a background check.

Qualifications

• Passionate about creating a positive and memorable experience for customers, colleagues, and community in every interaction.
• Must possess strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Highly organized and detail-oriented with documentation and file management.
• 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 computer skills (Outlook, Word, and Excel).
• Willingness and ability to learn Microvellum drafting software; training will be provided in-house and hired for assistance as needed.
• Cabinet assembly experience is preferred but not required.
• Ability to pass a drug screen and background check.

Responsibilities

• Use drafting software to produce cabinetry and other 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 architectural millwork.
• Field measure at jobsites when needed, either independently or collaborating with a team member.
• Understand and integrate cabinet hardware requirements into drafting designs.
• Maintain organized and detailed documentation for all work orders and client files.
• Communicate and coordinate with the shop foreman to align production and scheduling.
• Coordinate with sales representatives to clarify drafting requirements and client feedback.
• Communicate with shop assemblers as needed to ensure drawings are executed accurately.
• Follow and enforce all safety rules and policies outlined in the employee handbook and safety manual.
• Report accidents and injuries immediately to Management.
• Perform additional job responsibilities as determined by management.

Skills

Verbal & written communication

Organized & detail-oriented

Customer-focused mindset

Drug screen & background check ready

Tools

AutoCAD

Microvellum drafting software

Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel)

Excel

Word

Outlook

Job description

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Use drafting software to produce cabinetry and other 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 architectural millwork.


• Field measure at jobsites when needed, either independently or collaborating with a team member.


• Understand and integrate cabinet hardware requirements into drafting designs.


• Maintain organized and detailed documentation for all work orders and client files.


• Communicate and coordinate with the shop foreman to align production and scheduling.


• Cordinate with sales representatives to clarify drafting requirements and client feedback.


• Communicate with shop assemblers as needed to ensure drawings are executed accurately.


• Follow and enforce all safety rules and policies outlined in the employee handbook and safety manual.


• Report accidents and injuries immediately to Management.


• Perform additional job responsibilities as determined by management.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Passionate about creating a positive and memorable experience for customers, colleagues, and community in every interaction.


• Must possess strong verbal and written communication skills.


• Highly organized and detail-oriented with documentation and file management. Minimum 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 computer skills (Outlook, Word, and Excel).


• Willingness and ability to learn Microvellum drafting software; training will be provided in-house and hired for assistance as needed.


• Cabinet assembly experience is preferred but not required.


• Ability to pass a drug screen and background check.