Cushion Sewer – Furniture Manufacturing

Symbiotic Services • Conover, NC

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About The Position

Symbiotic Services is recruiting an experienced Cushion Sewer for a confidential client specializing in high-quality upholstered furniture manufacturing. The role operates industrial sewing machines to produce complete furniture covers, cushions, flatwork, ottomans, and pillows according to customer specifications and production requirements. The ideal candidate has furniture cushion sewing experience, preferably with leather, and demonstrates sewing accuracy, attention to detail, and quality craftsmanship.

The Cushion Sewer interprets production tickets, customer orders, and sewing specifications; constructs and inspects upholstery components; and corrects defects or repairs items as needed. The role requires meeting production schedules while maintaining quality, safety, and an organized workstation, and collaborating with supervisors and team members to support manufacturing operations.

The regular schedule is Monday through Thursday, 6:00 AM–4:30 PM, with occasional Fridays from 6:00 AM–10:00 AM. Overtime may be required based on production demands. New full-time hires are immediately eligible for holiday pay, including shutdown vacation pay during Christmas break. Professional development and long-term career growth opportunities are available. Benefits and eligibility are subject to the hiring employer’s policies.

Requirements

• Minimum 3 years of furniture cushion sewing experience.
• Proven experience operating industrial sewing machines in furniture upholstery manufacturing.
• Ability to sew cushions, flatwork, ottomans, pillows, and complete furniture covers.
• Experience with welted and blind-seam cushions.
• Ability to interpret production tickets, customer orders, and sewing specifications.
• Experience performing cushion turning, inspection, trimming, and sewing repairs.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to high-quality craftsmanship.
• Effective communication and organizational skills.
• Basic computer skills, including the ability to review sewing specifications at a workstation.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced production environment.
• Availability to work full-time and overtime as required.
• Ability to sit for extended periods, including shifts of 10 hours or more.
• Ability to lift, handle, and carry materials weighing 25 pounds or more.
• Ability to perform repetitive hand, wrist, and arm movements associated with industrial sewing.
• Strong hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity.
• Ability to maintain focus and sewing accuracy throughout extended production shifts and meet the physical demands of a furniture manufacturing environment.

Nice To Haves

• Experience sewing complex leather upholstery components.
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing principles.
• Experience producing high-quality upholstered furniture.
• Strong knowledge of cushion construction, seam finishing, and upholstery repair techniques.

Responsibilities

• Operate industrial sewing machines to produce furniture cushions and upholstery components.
• Sew complete furniture covers, including cushions, flatwork, ottomans, and pillows.
• Work with leather and other materials while ensuring accurate stitching and high-quality workmanship.
• Read and interpret production tickets, customer orders, and sewing specifications.
• Sew welted and blind-seam cushions according to manufacturing standards.
• Turn and inspect cushions to ensure proper construction and finishing.
• Maintain consistent sewing quality while meeting production schedules and daily targets.
• Follow established sewing procedures, upholstery manufacturing requirements, safety procedures, and equipment operating guidelines.
• Inspect completed components for stitching accuracy, seam quality, and overall workmanship.
• Identify and correct sewing defects, material inconsistencies, and construction issues.
• Disassemble defective components, trim materials, and resew items requiring repair.
• Verify products meet customer order specifications and quality requirements while minimizing waste and rework.
• Use workstation computers to review sewing specifications and customer order requirements.
• Maintain an organized and efficient workstation and work independently on assigned tasks.
• Coordinate with production supervisors and team members to support manufacturing schedules.
• Support Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives when applicable.
• Communicate equipment issues, production delays, and quality concerns.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Immediate eligibility for holiday pay for new full-time hires, including shutdown vacation pay during Christmas break.
• Opportunities for professional development and long-term career growth.

What This Job Offers

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