Prototype Fabricator

Woodweb; Kenosha (WI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Woodweb in Kenosha, Wisconsin is seeking a skilled woodworker to fabricate prototypes and display pieces. The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of experience in cabinet making or finish carpentry and the ability to interpret blueprints. This role involves working with various materials and collaborating closely with a small team to meet project deadlines.

If you enjoy variety in your work and solving problems on the fly, this position is perfect for you. Strong attention to detail is essential to achieve precision in measurements and cuts.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of hands-on cabinet making, woodworking, or finish carpentry experience.
• Ability to read and work from blueprints and technical drawings.
• Strong attention to detail and precision in measurements and cuts.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate prototypes and one-off display pieces from client drawings.
• Construct and assemble cabinets and retail display structures.
• Collaborate closely with a small team to meet project deadlines.

Skills

Cabinet making

Blueprint reading

Precision measurement

Problem-solving

Collaboration

Tools

Power tools

Hand tools

Job description

At P.O.P. Manufacturing, we build the retail displays and store fixtures you see in major stores nationwide. No two projects are the same — our shop produces one‑of‑a‑kind prototypes that bring our clients' concepts to life before going into full production. If you're a skilled woodworker who enjoys variety, problem‑solving, and building things that actually end up on store shelves, this role is for you.

What You’ll Do

• Fabricate prototypes and one‑off display pieces from client drawings, samples, or concept sketches
• Construct and assemble cabinets, fixtures, and retail display structures to precise specifications
• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and construction drawings
• Measure, cut, shape, and finish wood and composite materials using power and hand tools
• Work with a variety of materials including hardwoods, laminates, MDF, and hardware components
• Install hardware including hinges, handles, fasteners, and specialty fittings
• Apply finishes including paint, stain, and varnish to completed pieces
• Collaborate closely with a small, tight‑knit team to meet project deadlines

What We’re Looking For

• Minimum 3 years of hands‑on cabinet making, woodworking, or finish carpentry experience — this is a requirement
• Ability to read and work from blueprints and technical drawings
• Comfort working with varied materials and adapting methods to non‑standard builds
• Strong attention to detail and precision in measurements and cuts
• A self‑starter mindset — prototype work requires problem‑solving on the fly
• Good communication and the ability to work collaboratively in a small shop environment
• Physical ability to stand for extended periods and handle heavy materials