Custom Cabinet Designer/Drafter

Tharp Custom Cabinetry is a custom cabinet manufacturer in business for over 50 years. Our employees are empowered to make a difference in a positive team oriented environment based on a set of core values: Ownership, Service, Integrity, Teamwork and Execution.

Here at Tharp Custom Cabinetry, we do more than just make cabinets, we deliver dreams and deliver WOW by providing excellent customer service, while utilizing the latest manufacturing automation. Our company drives to hire people who can solve problems, think outside the box, embrace change and want to win. Our company succeeds by surrounding ourselves with diverse backgrounds and rewarding those who go above and beyond.

The Cabinet Designer/Drafter specializes in creating high-quality custom cabinet designs for residential projects, overseeing the entire process from planning to execution. This role involves developing designs that meet both time and budget requirements, while also ensuring that the creative concepts are manufacturable. Acting as a liaison between sales and production, the Designer/Drafter ensures that custom, non-cataloged products are both available and manufacturable. Additionally, the Designer/Drafter offers suggestions for design improvements, considering factors such as practicality, cost, and component technology.

Applicant must operate with a high level of integrity and ethics. A positive attitude and willingness to embrace process is a must.

We seek team members who can communicate in an effective and meaningful manner.

As a Cabinet Designer/Drafter you will be responsible for :

• Designing and drafting custom cabinetry projects.
• Support Tharps Design + Sales team as they interface directly with trade professionals, their clients, and residential homeowners to design, quote, and draft Cabinet projects.
• Have knowledge of building codes, appliances, and mechanical systems. Cabinet designers write specifications and draw plans that are easily interpreted by plumbers, electricians, and installers.
• Analyze and interpret construction blueprints and specifications.
• Develop plans and models for production while ensuring optimal use of materials, construction methodology, manufacturing and installation.
• Develop job orders of engineered cabinet components.
• Create detailed shop drawings, diagrams, and instructions to complete work order.
• Communicate with Purchasing to make sure all materials are on hand that are necessary for the project.
• Partner with production departments to determine best practice for completion of a project.
• Provide production support and troubleshoot any issues on the production floor.
• Analyze, develop, and improve engineering processes through waste reduction, error proofing design, standardization, etc.
• Complete field measure modifications.
• File creation and management as it pertains to job creation.
• Assist team members and new employees with questions.
• Be actively involved in Tharps continuous improvement by helping with process changes.
• Learn the ins and outs of Tharp and the cabinetry business by assisting customers at the front desk and on the phone.
• Other duties may be assigned.

• Be a strong fit for Tharp Custom Cabinetrys Core Values:

o Ownership- Continuous Improvement and take responsibility for our actions.

o Service- Provide the best customer experience possible.

o Integrity- Honest and do what we say.

o Teamwork- We care for one another and work together to win as a team.

o Execute- Were gritty and achieve excellence through hustle, passion and perseverance.

• Proficient computer skills including MSOffice, Outlook, Cabinet Vision.
• Ability to learn and use proprietary Custom Software solutions.
• Excellent customer communication skills.
• Display the ability to manage several activities at once and make decisions as circumstances change.
• Must work well in a team environment and have the ability to work with others.
• Ability to successfully maintain relationships intellectually as well as technologically.
• Excellent organizational, planning, and scheduling skills.
• Ability to read and interpret Construction documents including Plans, specifications, and contracts.
• Ability to develop conceptual drawings and designs.
• Excellent problem-solving skills.
• Qualified candidates must have previous custom cabinet design experience and be able to thrive in a team environment.
• Highly organized professional individuals who are passionate about design, drafting, creative problem solvers, and success-driven.
• Capable of multi-tasking to deadline and completion.
• Ability to execute (Get the job done regardless of the obstacles).

Education or Formal Training: High School diploma required, bachelors or associate degree strongly preferred, or applicable work experience.

Experience:

• 2-5 years experience in Cabinetry Design is preferred.
• Proven ability to interpret design requirements and planning the sequence of drawings, reviewing designs for the most efficient and profitable use of inventory, equipment, and manpower.
• CKD Certification a plus.
• Proven experience with CAD or drafting software required, such as Cabinet Vision, AutoCad, SolidWorks, Microvellum, 20/20.
• Computer programing experience preferred.
• Cabinet manufacturing experience a plus.

Working relationships : The job will consist of daily communication requirements with a wide variety of people, including but not limited to; Tharp personnel including company managers, A/R and A/P, Manufacturing personnel, Service staff, Delivery staff, Installation Staff, Contractors/Builder executives, Contractor/Builder Site personnel and will require professionalism and business acumen.

Anticipated work schedule: Monday through Friday 7:00 am 4:00 pm. There will be occasional Overtime as may be required to complete work requirements.

We offer consistent hours with competitive wages and benefit packages including medical and dental plans, paid holidays, and paid time off.

Tharp Custom Cabinetry is a drug-free workplace. Passing a drug screen and background check is required for employment.

Tharp Custom Cabinetry provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, genetic information, age, or any other status protected under federal, state, and/or local law.