Inside Upholsterer

Ethan Allen • Maiden, NC

3d • Onsite

About The Position

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

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Minimum two to five years experience
• Ability to read and follow directions (verbal and written)
• Basic math skills: counting, adding, subtracting
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds individually and up to 100 pounds with assistance
• Must have hand to eye coordination
• Must be organized and able to multi-task
• Must be able to complete job duties in a timely manner
• Ability to pay close attention to details
• Excellent attendance record
• Flexible to changing work stations as business dictates
• Work and make decisions with minimum supervision

Responsibilities

• Use transfer cart to move assembled frame from conveyor to upholstery lift.
• Staple filler material (foam) to the frame using a pneumatic staple gun.
• Use scissors to cut excessive filler material from the frame.
• Attach fabric/leather to the frame using a pneumatic staple gun, pulling and stretching the fabric/leather to ensure desired fit.
• Smooth out and tuck seams in the upholstered product using a regulator for a crisp finished appearance.
• Trim excessive fabric off around finished wood portions of the frame with a box cutter.
• Occasionally lift frames off the assembly conveyor for repairs.

What This Job Offers

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