CUSHION - SEW TRAINEE

Vanguard Furniture Co Inc • Conover, NC

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Trainees will be responsible for an investment of time and dedication into learning the craft of sewing. Trainee will be evaluated upon completion of initial training period for graduation into the final stages of the training program. Trainees will be responsible for learning how to accurately and efficiently operating sewing machine to join cut fabric pieces for upholstering.

Requirements

• Must be able to read ticket and job notes for directions.
• Must be knowledgeable in sewing methods and be able to complete job quality specifications.
• Sew piece according to sewing notes.
• English required for understanding of ticket, job notes and directions.
• Need basic knowledge of furniture sewing
• Has demonstrated a willingness to learn and a high level of cooperation
• Excellent Attendance Record
• Good work history – verified by current and prior managers

Nice To Haves

• Preferred student at CVCC Furniture Academy with exposure to furniture sewing methods but not limited to.

Responsibilities

• Remove cover from bins and separate (unbundle) to prepare for sewing.
• Inspect fabric/material for any flaws and/or defects.
• Selects thread according to colors of fabric.
• Joins pieces together according to sewing notes using sewing machine.
• Aligns pieces and any trimmings following seams, edges or markings on parts.
• Checks for any puckering or bad seams.
• Scans ticket to show work is complete.
• Places completed cover in assigned buggy.
• Responsible for fixing their own repairs before starting on new piece.
• Maintains neat and orderly work station.
• Wears required safety glasses.
• Works safely and reports unsafe conditions to Department Supervisor.
• Performs other duties as required by supervisor.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed