What are the responsibilities and job description for the Tradeshow Lead Cabinet Maker/ Carpenter position at Jack Morton Worldwide?
Experience Without Limits. Come shape the future of brand experience.
At Jack Morton, we create, and build, head-turning, smile-inducing, impact driving brand experiences. We exist to redefine what experiential can achieve, helping clients unlock the full value of experiences.
That takes a team that’s bold, curious, and acts as one - building on ideas, pushing boundaries, and showing up for each other. Here, you’ll do your best work, grow fast, and collaborate across clients, disciplines, and global teams to bring new ideas to life.
This is a place where curiosity drives what’s next, boldness raises the bar, and we win together. Where ownership is expected, egos are left at the door, and the work reflects the people behind it.
Experience without limits — in your work, your growth, and your impact.
We're looking for a Lead Carpenter / Cabinet Maker to play a critical role in our fabrication team. This is a hands-on leadership position for a skilled builder who thrives on craftsmanship, problem-solving, and delivering exceptional work under demanding timelines. You'll help transform creative concepts into high-quality custom exhibits while mentoring fellow makers and driving excellence throughout the shop.
What You'll Do
Bring Designs to Life
At Jack Morton, you'll join a team of makers, creators, and problem-solvers who are passionate about turning ambitious ideas into reality. You'll work on projects seen by millions, collaborate with talented teams across disciplines, and have the opportunity to leave your mark on some of the world's most recognized brands.
If you're an experienced craftsperson who loves building exceptional work and wants to help create unforgettable experiences, we'd love to hear from you.
Last but not least, we believe in diversity, equity and inclusion.
Jack Morton and Genuine are equal opportunity employer; we strongly value diversity at our companies. We do not discriminate on race, religion, color, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law.
We make our careers website accessible to any and all users. If you need an accommodation to participate in the application process, please contact us at jobaccomodations@jackmorton.com. This email address is not for general employment inquiries or vendors; rather it is strictly for applicants who require special assistance accessing our employment website. Due to volume, messages sent to this email address that are not related to an accommodation cannot be answered.
***JOB SCAM ALERT***
We have recently become aware that individuals not associated with Jack Morton have fraudulently used our name – and the names of some of our employees – to solicit applications for fake jobs, to conduct fake job interviews and to make fake job offers. Any request to schedule an interview and any bona fide offer of employment will only come from an authorized representative of Jack Morton with an email address “@jackmorton.com” or “@jackmorton.co.uk” or "@impact-xm". We will never require an applicant to provide credit card or banking information to cover any supposed advance costs.
If you have provided personal information in connection with a fake job offer or interview and you are concerned, we suggest that you take appropriate action.
Jack Morton takes these activities very seriously and are taking appropriate steps to shut down this fraudulent activity.
We urge you to be careful when sharing your personal information and to be aware of scams involving fake job postings and job offers.
At Jack Morton, we create, and build, head-turning, smile-inducing, impact driving brand experiences. We exist to redefine what experiential can achieve, helping clients unlock the full value of experiences.
That takes a team that’s bold, curious, and acts as one - building on ideas, pushing boundaries, and showing up for each other. Here, you’ll do your best work, grow fast, and collaborate across clients, disciplines, and global teams to bring new ideas to life.
This is a place where curiosity drives what’s next, boldness raises the bar, and we win together. Where ownership is expected, egos are left at the door, and the work reflects the people behind it.
Experience without limits — in your work, your growth, and your impact.
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We're looking for a Lead Carpenter / Cabinet Maker to play a critical role in our fabrication team. This is a hands-on leadership position for a skilled builder who thrives on craftsmanship, problem-solving, and delivering exceptional work under demanding timelines. You'll help transform creative concepts into high-quality custom exhibits while mentoring fellow makers and driving excellence throughout the shop.
What You'll Do
Bring Designs to Life
- Fabricate and assemble high-quality custom cabinetry, millwork, kiosks, counters, display cases, and exhibit components for experiential and trade show environments.
- Interpret shop drawings, CAD files, and design specifications with precision and accuracy.
- Collaborate closely with Detailing, Project Management, and Production teams to ensure designs are fabrication-ready and optimized for execution.
- Execute advanced woodworking and fabrication techniques, including precision cutting, laminating, shaping, assembly, and finishing.
- Take ownership of assigned projects from fabrication through completion, ensuring quality, schedule, and production goals are achieved.
- Serve as a technical leader and trusted resource within the shop.
- Mentor and support cabinet makers, carpenters, and shop assistants to elevate craftsmanship, productivity, and quality.
- Help coordinate workloads and priorities to ensure projects stay on track.
- Review work in progress and completed builds to ensure alignment with drawings, quality standards, and production requirements.
- Provide creative solutions to fabrication challenges and complex construction details.
- Maintain a safe, organized, and efficient work environment.
- Ensure proper operation, care, and maintenance of tools, machinery, and equipment.
- Champion shop safety standards and best practices.
- Identify opportunities to improve workflows, fabrication methods, and production efficiencies.
- Contribute to a culture of continuous improvement, collaboration, and accountability.
- 7 years of professional cabinet making, millwork, or custom fabrication experience.
- 2 years of experience in a lead, senior, or mentoring capacity within a fabrication or production environment.
- Deep expertise in custom millwork and exhibit fabrication.
- Strong ability to read and interpret shop drawings, CAD-based plans, and construction documents.
- Experience working with laminates, plywood, MDF, melamine, veneers, hardwoods, and specialty materials.
- Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to craftsmanship.
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced production environment with shifting priorities and tight deadlines.
- Flexibility to work overtime when project schedules require.
- A passion for building unique, one-of-a-kind environments and experiences.
- Pride in delivering exceptional craftsmanship and quality.
- A collaborative mindset and willingness to support teammates across functions.
- A proactive approach to identifying challenges and implementing solutions.
- A commitment to safety, continuous learning, and professional growth.
- High School Diploma or GED required.
- Trade school, woodworking, carpentry, or related technical training is an asset.
- Equivalent combinations of education, training, and professional experience will be considered.
At Jack Morton, you'll join a team of makers, creators, and problem-solvers who are passionate about turning ambitious ideas into reality. You'll work on projects seen by millions, collaborate with talented teams across disciplines, and have the opportunity to leave your mark on some of the world's most recognized brands.
If you're an experienced craftsperson who loves building exceptional work and wants to help create unforgettable experiences, we'd love to hear from you.
Last but not least, we believe in diversity, equity and inclusion.
Jack Morton and Genuine are equal opportunity employer; we strongly value diversity at our companies. We do not discriminate on race, religion, color, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law.
We make our careers website accessible to any and all users. If you need an accommodation to participate in the application process, please contact us at jobaccomodations@jackmorton.com. This email address is not for general employment inquiries or vendors; rather it is strictly for applicants who require special assistance accessing our employment website. Due to volume, messages sent to this email address that are not related to an accommodation cannot be answered.
***JOB SCAM ALERT***
We have recently become aware that individuals not associated with Jack Morton have fraudulently used our name – and the names of some of our employees – to solicit applications for fake jobs, to conduct fake job interviews and to make fake job offers. Any request to schedule an interview and any bona fide offer of employment will only come from an authorized representative of Jack Morton with an email address “@jackmorton.com” or “@jackmorton.co.uk” or "@impact-xm". We will never require an applicant to provide credit card or banking information to cover any supposed advance costs.
If you have provided personal information in connection with a fake job offer or interview and you are concerned, we suggest that you take appropriate action.
Jack Morton takes these activities very seriously and are taking appropriate steps to shut down this fraudulent activity.
We urge you to be careful when sharing your personal information and to be aware of scams involving fake job postings and job offers.