A woodworker is a skilled tradesman who creates products, like cabinets and other furniture, out of wood materials, veneers, and laminates. Woodworker duties include reading blueprints, architectural drawings, and schematics, and preparing machines for manufacturing. You also utilize a variety of woodworking equipment including saws, sanders, drills, and milling machines. Most importantly, you must ensure that your products meet the industry-specific requirements for safety. While many woodworkers have extensive experience with hand tools, the modern world of woodcraft has become highly specialized and increasingly technical.