Purpose-Driven Craftsmanship
Every piece we build supports a more inclusive workforce and a more meaningful purchase.
Handcrafted Quality
Every product is built with care, pride, and attention to detail by a team that values the process.
Inclusive Employment
We create real jobs and opportunities for people with disabilities to grow, contribute, and thrive.
Impact You Can Feel
Every purchase supports our social mission – giving customers furniture with a story behind it.
The People Behind the Mission
Our integrated workforce is filled with good people doing good work. Meet the team building your most colorful life.
Dave
Director of Operations
Team Member • 27 Years“I really enjoy the whole manufacturing process—seeing things go from raw materials to finished product. And of course there’s the feel-good component—the satisfaction people get out of being employed. That means a lot to me.”
Mike
Floor Supervisor & Parts Department Manager
Team Member • 29 YearsMike has a reputation for being the straight-faced guy in the shop. In fact, when interviewed, Mike smiled once. That was when he spoke about working with Scott for over 20 years.
Scott
Parts Department Assistant
Team Member • 27 Years“It’s not the money for me,” says Scott. “It’s being a worker.”
Bill
Production Float
Team Member • 17 Years“I picked up my woodworking skills on my own. I realized that you have to try things in life, and if something matters to you, you’ll find a way to achieve it. My father taught me that.”
Joe
Prep Sander
Team Member • 19 Years“I make things right so I know it’s good enough for my family.”
Ben
Final Assembly
Team Member • 10 Years“I like making sure everything is square and accurate. I like precision.”
Al
Prep Sander
Team Member • 8 YearsAl, who says he only dabbles with Blues harp, has his own Blues radio show. He plays gigs from Gray to Saco, as well as the Maine Blues Festival, and all for free. He also “only” plays the keyboard and flute.
Arturo
Lead Case Goods Assembly
Team Member • 8 YearsArturo hails from the northwestern most region of Spain, and used to be a seaman, laying fiber optic cable internationally. When asked how he ended up in a woodshop in Saco, Maine, Arturo gives an honest answer. “How else? A woman.”
Tina
Prep Sander
Team Member • 8 YearsTina's favorite part about working for Maine Woodworks is the independence of earning a living. “I make money,” she says. “I cash it. I can use it when I need it.”
Jim
Lead Final Assembly
Team Member • 7 Years“You have to take pride in your profession. One day, this job will send my kids to college. That’s something I can be proud of.”
Ken
Lead Bed Assembly
Team Member • 4 YearsAbout working in an integrated woodshop, Ken says, “It’s more fun coming to work on days I know I’m working with participants.”