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Cabinetworks Group

Manufactures kitchen and bath cabinetry nationwide

HR Manager

Full-Time
$95k - $120k/yr
Expert
Bachelor's, MBA
Culver, IN, USA
In Person
People & HRHR Generalist & Employee Relations

About the job

Requirements
  • A bachelor's degree in business administration, human resources, or a related field is required.
  • Seven years of related human resources experience is required.
  • Must be capable of walking 30% of the time on the shop floor.
  • Requires deep knowledge of human resources key performance indicators, including turnover rate, absenteeism, labor cost, and headcount.
  • Requires working knowledge of current government regulations related to employment law, including the Family and Medical Leave Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act, workers' compensation, equal employment opportunity, the Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act, and the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission.
  • Requires proficiency with computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Requires the ability to build positive partnerships and work collaboratively with cross-functional business teams.
  • Requires strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
  • Requires the ability to interact with all levels of the organization.
  • Requires organizational skills, including the ability to multitask and prioritize workload.
  • Ability to travel up to 20%.
Responsibilities
  • Ensure compliance with federal and state regulations at all plant locations, including the Family and Medical Leave Act and workers' compensation.
  • Guide local plant human resources staff in addressing issues and maintaining positive, productive, and compliant work environments.
  • Work with plant human resources staff to investigate discrimination or harassment complaints and company policy violations, and recommend corrective action when appropriate.
  • Manage the recruitment and selection process.
  • Develop and implement human resources strategies and initiatives aligned with the overall business strategy.
  • Address demands, grievances, and other issues to bridge management and employee relations.
  • Oversee and manage a performance appraisal system that drives high performance.
  • Conduct Fair Labor Standards Act and human resources audits at plant locations as needed.
  • Provide project support, including research, report generation, and preventative labor assistance.
  • Support the department during the annual budget process.
  • Provide monthly labor and employee relations updates.
  • Assess training needs and apply and monitor training programs.
  • Report to management and provide decision support through human resources metrics.
  • Conduct human resources information system audits for corporate headquarters as needed.
  • Provide compliance support to plants, including workers' compensation and the Family and Medical Leave Act.
  • Ensure legal compliance throughout human resource management.
  • Spend at least 30% of working time on the production floor engaging with employees and understanding their needs.
  • Facilitate monthly human resources manager conference calls.
Desired Qualifications
  • A Master of Business Administration is preferred.
  • Professional in Human Resources certification is preferred.
  • Prior enterprise resource planning experience, including PeopleSoft, Oracle, or SAP, is preferred.
  • Lean manufacturing and Six Sigma experience are preferred.
  • Experience with employee engagement initiatives is preferred.
  • Knowledge of safety and health regulations is preferred.
  • Experience with conflict resolution and disciplinary processes is preferred.
  • Familiarity with talent management and succession planning is preferred.
  • Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with integrity is preferred.

About the company

Cabinetworks Group is a large, privately held cabinet maker in the U.S. with a portfolio of more than 15 brands, including KraftMaid, Medallion, Merillat, and Smart Cabinetry. It designs, manufactures, and distributes kitchen and bath cabinets for remodeling and new construction, offering stock, semi-custom, and near-custom options in framed and frameless styles. It sells through a multi-channel network—dealers, distributors, home builders, and big-box retailers like Lowe’s, Menards, and The Home Depot—and operates multiple U.S. manufacturing plants. Its goal is to be a leading North American supplier of wood cabinetry by providing a broad, accessible range and a wide distribution network.

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

Debt Financing

Total Funding

$100M

Headquarters

Ann Arbor, Michigan

Founded

2020

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What believers are saying

  • May 2026 financing added $100 million liquidity and pushed maturities into 2031-2032.
  • February and August 2026 launches refreshed KraftMaid and Medallion with new frameless offerings.
  • Jeff Jackson's 2024 CEO hire and 2026 commercial leadership changes sharpen execution after cuts.

What critics are saying

  • May 2026 refinancing masked heavy leverage: $498.5 million notes, $1.4 billion term loans.
  • 2024 Texas and Pennsylvania plant closures signaled demand weakness in multi-family cabinetry.
  • Private-equity owner Platinum Equity faces exit pressure; a 2027 downturn could force restructuring.

What makes Cabinetworks Group unique

  • Largest privately held U.S. cabinetmaker: 5,000+ employees, 16 plants, 13 brands in 2026.
  • KraftMaid, Medallion, Merillat, and Smart cover stock through near-custom across channels.
  • Dealer, distributor, builder, Lowe's, Menards, and Home Depot access broadens customer reach.

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Benefits

401(k) Company Match

Paid Vacation

Performance Bonus

Growth & Insights and Company News

Headcount

6 month growth

7%

1 year growth

7%

2 year growth

7%
Business Wire
May 11th, 2026
Cabinetworks Group Announces Closing of $100 Million New Money Financing, Refinancing, Extension of Maturities

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Oct 24th, 2023
Cabinetworks Group To Spend $14,200,000.00 To Occupy New Space In Livonia Michigan.

Cabinetworks Group to spend $14,200,000.00 to occupy new space in Livonia Michigan. Cabinetworks Group to spend $14,200,000.00 to occupy new space in Livonia Michigan.Livonia, Michigan — According to state and local development sources, Cabinetworks Group plans to invest $14,200,000.00 to build out new space in Livonia. The company is creating 110 new jobs at this facility. The company plans to occupy the new space in Livonia, on or about May 1, 2024. According to the company website Cabinetworks Group is Americas 2nd largest cabinetry manufacturer, with offices and manufacturing facilities across the country. Offering an unmatched selection of stylish, high-quality products at a variety of price levels, our brands are favored by builders, dealers, distributors and home centers throughout North America