Upholstery Tech IV

Gulfstream•Savannah, GA

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Upholstery Tech IV will work independently to design, fabricate, and install upholstery and trim items in aircraft interiors. This role will also assist the Shop Lead by overseeing projects and providing guidance and direction to co-workers, as well as mentoring and training other Upholstery Technicians. The position requires advanced knowledge of upholstery and sewing processes and products, and/or advanced carpet knowledge including the ability to install custom carpets.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required.
4 years experience in upholstery to include two (2) years aircraft upholstery experience or 6 years commercial upholstery experience.
Advanced knowledge of upholstery and sewing processes and products and/or advance carpet knowledge including being able to install custom carpets.
Working knowledge of Gulfstream inspection and process specifications and terminology.
Ability to read, write, speak, and understand proficiently the English language.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints and engineering documentation.
Must be computer literate.
Able to climb ladders and stairs, work in small restricted areas, lift up to 40 pounds and work any shift.

Responsibilities

Fabricate and install seat covers, curtains, and various assemblies and subassemblies.
Interpret material specifications and design/engineering drawings to ensure finished product meets design and engineering requirements.
Sew, fabricate, and install covers for all styles of panels in the aircraft interior while meeting safety, quality, and productivity standards and goals.
Use the material tracking system, Corridor, to create parts demand, track squawks, and sign-off work.
Work with design/drawings to cut and install advanced custom design carpets with unique patterns.
Accept Lead responsibilities when needed, overseeing projects and coordinating with the Lead to delegate tasks to assigned technicians.
Conduct safety audits and assist team members in doing safety audits.
Assist in maintaining shop equipment and associated JSAs.
Comply with and champion Safety, 5S, and housekeeping policies and ensure the protection of aircraft interiors (PTP).
Mentor and train lesser skilled technicians and monitor their work to ensure they complete assigned tasks in accordance with required levels of safety, quality, and productivity.
Work with the Lead and higher skilled technicians to develop and implement process improvements to reduce material cost, cycle time, and labor hours using Lean Six-Sigma tools.
Perform other duties as assigned.