Casework Fabrication Lead at Adena Corporation – Mansfield, Ohio

The Casework Fabrication Lead is responsible for overseeing the fabrication of all custom casework and countertops produced by Adena Craft. This role serves as the secondary shop-floor leader under the Shop Manager, ensuring that work is done efficiently, accurately, and to a high standard of quality. The position works hands-on alongside the fabrication team while also taking ownership of workflow planning, quality control, training, and day-to-day production.

This individual partners closely with operations and project teams to ensure fabricated components meet design intent, schedule requirements, and installation expectations.

Primary Job Responsibilities:

• Lead and actively participate in the fabrication of custom casework, countertops, and specialty millwork
• Prepares and sets up machines and tooling for woodwork manufacturing
• Ensures that products meet industry standards and project specifications
• Apply finishes including stains, varnishes, paints, and lacquers as required
• Installs hardware, such as hinges, handles, locks, catches, or drawer pulls, using hand tools
• Attaches decorative or functional accessories to products
• Loads and unloads materials and components when required
• Support installation efforts when required, including travel to job sites
• Works with others to maintain safety and efficiency in the cabinet shop
• As the work dictates, may be presented with opportunity to work on Adena jobsites
• Adheres to the company’s safety policies to create a safe work environment
• Other duties as assigned

Desired Qualifications/Skills:

• Sufficient education or an equivalent combination of experience, education and training that provides the desired knowledge, skills and characteristics to perform duties of the role
• Must maintain a valid driver’s license and clean driving record
• Minimum five (5) years of experience in casework / countertop fabrication
• CNC router and edge bander experience preferred
• Must be willing and able to travel to jobsites which may at times require overnight stays away from home
• Ability to meet attendance schedule with dependability and consistency
• Ability to use equipment and tools in a safe and efficient manner
• Must have a good work ethic, and the ability to understand and carry out written and verbal instructions
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Excellent communication skills