Millwork Design & Production Manager
About The Position
Our client is a distinguished luxury residential millwork division with a reputation built on unparalleled craftsmanship, advanced fabrication capabilities, and the delivery of truly custom solutions for high-end homes. Operating out of Long Island City, they combine sophisticated design with hands-on production — CNC fabrication, fine woodworking, metalwork, and specialty concrete — all under one roof. They are seeking a Millwork Design & Production Manager: a versatile, technically deep professional who can bridge the gap between design intent and shop floor execution. This is a role for someone who is equally at home generating precise shop drawings and standing next to a CNC machine, and who has the leadership presence to develop a skilled fabrication team. It comes with a genuine growth path for the right person — this division is building toward expanded operations and wants someone who can grow into a senior leadership role as the business scales.
Requirements
- Proven experience in a professional design and fabrication environment, specifically within luxury residential millwork or high-end custom fabrication — required
- Demonstrated expertise in digital modeling for structural details and generating comprehensive shop drawings for complex projects
- Hands-on CNC machinery experience, including operation and working knowledge of maintenance
- Multi-material fabrication experience: fine woods, metals, and specialty concrete applications
- Strong communication, organizational, and leadership skills with the ability to manage demanding timelines and client expectations
- A genuine passion for material science, fabrication innovation, and the application of advanced techniques to luxury environments
- Degree in Architecture, Industrial Design, Construction Management, Engineering, Fine Arts (3D/fabrication focus), or a related field — or equivalent demonstrated expertise
- CAD/CAM: Rhino + Grasshopper, RhinoCam, Revit, Polycam
- Design/Graphics: Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign)
- Office: Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)
Nice To Haves
- Technically expert in digital modeling and shop drawing production for complex luxury millwork
- Hands-on CNC experience — knows how to run the machine, not just spec it
- Comfortable managing a fabrication team and holding them to luxury-grade standards
- A design thinker who understands material science and pushes what’s possible
- Client-facing capable — able to communicate professionally about project details, specs, and logistics
Responsibilities
- Lead the drafting process for custom luxury residential millwork projects, from concept through construction-ready shop drawings
- Develop and refine digital models for structural details in coordination with architectural and engineering specifications
- Generate precise shop drawings for the fabrication team, maintaining exacting standards of accuracy and detail
- Contribute to project narrative and concept development, translating client vision into buildable design
- Operate and manage advanced CNC machinery including 3-axis CNC milling and laser cutting for custom component production
- Coordinate fabrication workflows across design, engineering, and production to meet luxury quality and schedule standards
- Provide hands-on expertise in fine woodworking, metalwork, and specialty concrete fabrication techniques
- Supervise and support the fabrication team through assembly, ensuring meticulous attention to detail at every stage
- Manage project schedules, material procurement, and resource allocation within the millwork shop
- Maintain client communication on project details, specifications, and logistics with professional, high-touch service
- Uphold rigorous quality control standards across all production activities
- Drive continuous improvement in fabrication methods, material applications, and shop processes
- Mentor and develop fabrication team members, elevating their skills in high-end craftsmanship
- Model the standards of quality, precision, and professionalism the brand is built on
- Actively contribute to the growth and operational development of the division over time
Benefits
- Competitive compensation commensurate with experience
- Real long-term growth potential for the right person
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
