Upholsterer (Weekday)

Williams-Sonoma•Booneville, MS

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Williams-Sonoma, Inc. is a leading retailer in home furnishings with well-known brands like Williams – Sonoma, Pottery Barn, and West Elm. Their Distribution Centers are crucial links in the supply chain, connecting factories to customers globally. The Supply Chain organization is dynamic, fast-paced, and expanding, offering significant opportunities for skill development and advancement. Williams-Sonoma is recognized for its responsible resource management, employee care, and commitment to values, evidenced by numerous awards for sustainability, diversity, and customer service. The company employs over 4,000 full-time associates across its Supply Chain, managing extensive facilities for various product types including small parcel e-commerce, furniture distribution, and upholstery manufacturing. The Sutter Street Manufacturing division operates upholstery factories producing a substantial volume of upholstered furniture. The company also has a dedicated Transportation Department and global sourcing offices. This specific Upholsterer role involves upholstering fabric, fiber, and all necessary components to furniture according to specifications and Standard Operating Procedures for use on upholstery lines, at a pace that meets productivity requirements. The position is located in Booneville, MS.

Requirements

At least 1 year of upholstery experience in production of upper-end upholstered furniture manufacturing environment.
Attention to detail.
Ability to work with hands.
Experience in reading and understanding production tickets.
Ability to interpret simple instructions from a production manual.
Ability to perform multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment to assure delivery requirements.
Good communication skills, both oral and written.
Ability to read, write, and understand English.
Demonstrate the ability to keep accurate records.
Ability to follow documented procedures and standards.
Excellent time-management skills.
Ability to work independently with little supervision.
Must be able to meet the minimum stated job qualifications.

Nice To Haves

High School Diploma or Equivalent.
At least 3 years’ experience in an upper-end upholstery manufacturing environment.
Ability to speak English and understand Spanish.

Responsibilities

Practice safe work practices and demonstrate safe work habits, adhering to Personal Protective Equipment standards.
Adhere to Williams-Sonoma policies with a positive attitude and a willingness to assist others.
Act with professional courtesy and the highest integrity.
Obtain pre-assembled frames and attach fabric, fiber, and other specified component parts using upholstery techniques.
Upholster all necessary component parts to assembled frames, ensuring they meet Sutter Street Manufacturing's quality standards, using a staple gun, scissors, and a hammer.
Upholster pieces of furniture that meet expected quality requirements at a sufficient pace to meet or exceed the stated productivity requirements of a minimum of 6 pieces per hour, with a goal of 8 pieces per hour.