RS Upholstery Tech II

Gulfstream•Appleton, WI

6d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is for the 1st shift Divan team. The individual will be joining our 1st shift Upholstery/ Divan Team. Under minimal supervision, this role is responsible for fabricating and installing upholstery, covering panels, and making simple patterns for aircraft interiors using design/engineering drawings and aircraft specifications. The role involves working with various materials and tools to ensure aircraft interiors meet specifications.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required.
2 years experience using commercial sewing machines, sergers and/or various hand tools used in upholstery and carpet trades.
Ability to read, write, speak, and understand proficiently the English language.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints and engineering documentation.
Ability to use measuring tools and perform basic math computations.
Must be computer literate.
Able to climb ladders and stairs, work in small restricted areas, lift up to 40 pounds and work any shift.

Nice To Haves

Experience with sewing, leather work, and patterns is beneficial.
Knowledge of and proper usage methods for most hand tools, table saw, compound miter saw, planer, jointer, bandsaw, router, and cordless power tools preferred.
Mechanical background, mechanic (automotive, small engine, powersports, diesel), welding, woodworking, cabinet building, and/or finish carpentry experience is preferred but not required.
Must possess a strong willingness to learn and work within a team environment.
Experience in aerospace industry.

Responsibilities

Fabricate, using design/engineering drawings and aircraft specifications, cover and install flat panels and curtains.
May sew simple covers using design/engineering drawings and aircraft specifications.
Work with fabric, vinyl and leather hides, composites and other materials using specified adhesives, sewing equipment, hardware, hand tools and various power tools.
Cut and surge carpets, cover bulkheads and cover/install panels.
May be responsible to fabricate various metal parts, fit panels and windows, cabin head liners, upper sidewalls, lower side panels, hatch panels, and windows.
Use the material tracking system to create parts demand, track squawks and to sign-off work.
Work with lead and higher skilled technicians to develop and implement process improvements that increase safety, reduce cost, cycle time, and man-hours using Lean Manufacturing and other process improvement techniques.
Use the material tracking system, Corridor, to create parts demands, track squawks and to sign-off work.
Comply with safety, 5S, and housekeeping policies and use personal protective equipment as required.
Address unsafe conditions before putting others at risk.
Perform other duties as assigned.