Inside Upholsterer

Ethan Allen • Maiden, NC

8d

About The Position

Perform a variety of operations to assemble and upholster portions of fully upholstered furniture. Move frame assemblies from a roller conveyor to an upholstery lift and complete assigned duties using air stapling equipment, hand tools, templates, and measuring devices. Work on a variety of models to shape and form upholstery for a specific appearance, fit, and trim.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Two to five years of experience.
• Ability to read and follow verbal and written directions.
• Basic math skills, including counting, addition, and subtraction.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds individually and up to 100 pounds with assistance.
• Hand-eye coordination.
• Ability to stay organized and multitask.
• Ability to complete duties in a timely manner.
• Attention to detail.
• Excellent attendance record.
• Flexibility to change work stations as business dictates.
• Ability to work and make decisions with minimal supervision.
• Ability to work overtime as required, including Saturdays.

Responsibilities

• Move assembled frames from the conveyor to the upholstery lift using a transfer cart.
• Staple foam filler material to the frame using a pneumatic staple gun.
• Cut excess filler material from the frame with scissors.
• Attach fabric or leather to the frame using a pneumatic staple gun, pulling and stretching the material to achieve the desired fit.
• Smooth and tuck upholstery seams with a regulator (ice pick) for a crisp finished appearance.
• Trim excess fabric around finished wood portions of the frame with a box cutter (razor blade).
• Occasionally lift frames off the assembly conveyor for repairs.
• Use proper bending techniques when moving the transfer cart.
• Wear safety glasses when stapling filler material.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED