Hand Cutter

Hooker Furnishings•Hickory, NC

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Bradington-Young, a division of Hooker Furnishings Corporation, is seeking an experienced Fabric, Denim, and Pillow Cutter to join its manufacturing team in Hickory, North Carolina. The company makes high-quality leather seating and describes its culture as family-focused, with an emphasis on craftsmanship, community involvement, and pride in its products. The Hand Cutter lays out fabric, follows patterns for furniture styles, and cuts material to specified measurements. The role also involves inspecting fabric, labeling and bundling cut pieces, tracking work through a computer system, collaborating with the sewing team, and maintaining cutting equipment and material storage. The schedule is Monday through Thursday, 7:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., and Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Pay is $23.00–$27.00, depending on experience.

Requirements

Previous manufacturing experience.
Ability to stand and move around for 8–9 hours a day.
Ability to work independently.
Ability to consistently lift up to 50 pounds.
Strong attention to detail.
Experience cutting fabric, denim, and pillows is sought.

Responsibilities

Lay out fabric on a marking table.
Understand fabrics and how different types and patterns, including plaids, stripes, plains, five-star, and spotted fabrics, should be cut.
Read and understand patterns made for specific furniture styles.
Use electric cutting tools and non-powered tools such as scissors to cut fabric to specified measurements and patterns.
Label and bundle pieces after cutting.
Wear required personal protective equipment, including safety glasses and cut-resistant gloves.
Inspect fabric for defects and ensure quality standards are met.
Collaborate with the sewing team to ensure accurate cutting of fabric pieces.
Scan tickets using a computer system for tracking.
Maintain and clean cutting equipment to ensure proper functioning.
Organize and store fabric rolls and remnants.

Benefits

Competitive pay based on experience.
Paid vacation and sick leave.
Eight company-paid holidays plus two floating holidays.
Medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
Employer Health Savings Account (HSA) contributions.
401(k) with company match.
Tuition reimbursement opportunities.
Career advancement and professional development programs.
Leadership training opportunities.
Community volunteer and charitable giving initiatives.
Opportunity to grow within a global organization with operations in the United States and Vietnam.