Cabinet Maker IV

Gulfstream Aerospace CorporationAppleton, WisconsinOn-siteFull-timePrincipal, 12–15+ yearsListed 1 week ago

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About this role

Cabinet Maker IV in GAC Appleton

Unique Skills:

- Assist in building and assembling aircraft cabinets and interior furnishings using hand tools, power tools, and shop equipment.

- Read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and work instructions.

- Perform sanding, trimming, and fitting of veneered aluminum substrates to design tolerances.

- Maintain a clean and organized work area and follow safety protocols.

- Collaborate with experienced technicians and supervisors to learn industry standards and best practices

- Ability to follow instructions and work in a team environment.

- Attention to detail and commitment to quality craftsmanship.

- Willingness to learn and grow within the aviation industry.

Education and Experience Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required. 4 years of experience in cabinetmaking. Experience in aerospace industry preferred.

Position Purpose :
Under general supervision, fabricates the most complex cabinets and other wood-surfaced subassemblies for installation in aircraft. Assists lead by overseeing projects and providing guidance, assistance and training to co-workers.
## Job Description

Principle Duties and Responsibilities:
Essential Functions:
- Fabricates complex high quality furniture and other wood-surfaced subassemblies using stationary and hand held-tools. .

- Interprets material specifications and design/engineering drawings to ensure finished product meets design and engineering requirements with a high level of quality and detail. Coordinates with supervision to ensure compliance with customer approved design samples.

- Utilizes a variety of woodworking tools and techniques.

- Complies with and champions safety, 5S, and housekeeping policies and ensures the protection of aircraft interiors. .

- Works with lead and higher skilled technicians to develop and implement process improvements that increase safety, reduce, cost, cycle time, and man-hours using Lean Six-Sigma and other process improvement techniques.

- Utilizes the material tracking system to create parts demand, track squawks and to sign-off work.

Additional Functions:
- Accepts Lead responsibilities when required. Mentors and trains lesser skilled technicians. .

- Oversees projects and coordinates with Lead to delegate tasks to assigned technicians. .

- Conducts safety audits and assists team members in doing safety audits. .

- Assists in maintaining shop equipment and associated JSAs. .

- Coordinates with other backshops when necessary. .

- Adapts to sudden schedule changes. .

Perform other duties as assigned.

Other Requirements:
- Demonstrates excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.

- Able to climb ladders and stairs, work in small restricted areas, lift up to 40 pounds and work any shift.

- Must be computer literate.

- Advanced knowledge of cabinetmaking processes and products.

- Possess a working knowledge of Gulfstream inspection and process specifications preferred.

This job requires one to be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
Additional Information

Requisition Number: 235904

Category: Operations

Percentage of Travel: Up to 25%

Shift: Multiple Shifts

Employment Type: Full-time

Posting End Date: 09/22/2026

Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans

Gulfstream does not provide work visa sponsorship for this position, unless the applicant is a currently sponsored Gulfstream employee.

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