High-End Furniture Sewer with experience in skirts

Kravet • Thomasville, NC

27d • Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for sewing all production covers, arm pillows, back pillows, seat cushions, apex, stuffing pieces, leather pieces, cloth pieces, and slipcovers. The sewer will operate industrial sewing machines to produce complete pieces of furniture, ensuring internal customers have the necessary components to maintain the production schedule. The role requires attention to detail, the ability to work thoughtfully and thoroughly, and a willingness to learn new products and processes.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Previous experience with furniture sewing for at least three years
• Previous experience with sewing waterfall, kick pleat and pleated skirts.
• Previous experience in top stitch, double-needle, boxing, serging, and operating a zipper machine.
• Must be able to work thoughtfully and thoroughly with continuous attention to detail
• Ability to learn quickly and retain a wide range of small details concerning multiple product types, tasks, system processes, issues, and/or projects
• Excellent time management and organizational skills
• Comfortable with multi-tasking or pivoting between tasks as needed
• Willingness to learn new products, procedures, and processes as business needs change
• A friendly attitude with the ability to deliver exceptional customer service and stay motivated in a fast-paced environment
• Must be able to sit for up to 8 hours per day
• Must be able to move around the production floor to complete finishing tasks
• Must be able to stoop, kneel, or crouch to complete finishing tasks at a low level.
• Must be able to carry and/or lift up to 25 pounds
• Must have the ability to observe details of finished product at a close range
• Must have the ability to communicate information and ideas so others can understand.
• Must be able to exchange accurate information.
• Ability to operate sewing equipment using hands/fingers.

Responsibilities

• Operate industrial sewing machines to stitch fabric, leather, and other upholstery materials according to specifications.
• Read and interpret production orders, blueprints, and patterns to determine sewing requirements.
• Sew various parts of upholstered furniture, such as cushions, arms, backs, and skirting, ensuring accurate alignment and consistent quality.
• Inspect sewn components for defects and make necessary adjustments or repairs.
• Maintain sewing machines by performing routine cleaning and minor adjustments.
• Adhere to all safety guidelines and procedures in the workplace.
• Collaborate with other production team members to ensure smooth workflow and timely completion of orders.
• Sew kick pleat, waterfall, and pleated skirts.

What This Job Offers

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