Upholsterer

Performs skilled production upholstery on furniture bodies, arms, inside backs, and outside backs across multiple assigned stations. Reads work orders and production instructions, applies upholstery materials and specified hardware, and uses pneumatic staple guns and hand tools to meet established safety, quality, and daily production standards. Performs assigned operations independently and reports material, equipment, or construction issues requiring additional support. 

Job Responsibilities:

• Read and follow work orders, upholstery manuals, specifications, and production instructions for the assigned furniture style and operation.
• Upholster furniture bodies, arms, inside backs, and outside backs; work across multiple stations assigned based on demonstrated proficiency.
• Position, stretch, align, and secure fabric or leather and padding to achieve specified fit, tension, appearance, and construction quality.
• Install tack strip, Ply-Grip, dust covers, and furniture legs as required by the assigned operation and product specifications.
• Operate pneumatic staple guns and hand tools safely; inspect tools before use and report unsafe or malfunctioning equipment.
• Check materials and components before use and inspect completed work before passing it to the next operation. Correct routine workmanship issues within the assigned scope and report defects requiring additional support.
• Meet established daily production and quality standards while following safe work practices.
• Coordinate with the supervisor and adjacent stations regarding production flow, material shortages, quality concerns, and other issues affecting completion of assigned work.
• Keep the work area clean and orderly, follow required safety procedures, wear required personal protective equipment, and promptly report hazards or injuries.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required of personnel so classified

• At least three years of production upholstery experience, or an equivalent combination of relevant training and experience, demonstrating proficiency in the required work.
• Demonstrated ability to upholster furniture bodies, arms, inside backs, and outside backs and perform multiple production stations with limited guidance.
• Ability to read and follow work orders, upholstery instructions, and product specifications.
• Proficiency using pneumatic staple guns and upholstery hand tools safely.
• Ability to identify and correct routine fit, tension, alignment, and fastening issues and recognize when additional assistance is needed.
• Attention to workmanship and the ability to meet established quality and production standards. 
• Ability to communicate work-related questions, safety concerns, and production or quality issues effectively.
• Experience with tufting, welts, buttons, and other upholstery detailing techniques preferred.
• Experience upholstering both fabric and leather furniture preferred.
• Bilingual English and Spanish skills preferred.