Utility Frame Handler

FAIRFIELD CHAIR COMPANY•Lenoir, NC

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Frame Handler / Utility employee supports daily furniture manufacturing operations by handling, moving, organizing, and preparing furniture frames for production. The role also assists with cushion filling, material preparation, and staging finished or partially completed furniture to support an efficient, organized production process. The employee is expected to be dependable, detail-oriented, physically capable, and willing to assist in multiple production areas as needed. Responsibilities include receiving, unloading, sorting, inspecting, and staging furniture frames; filling cushions to specified dimensions and firmness; preparing cushions and materials for other departments; staging furniture and materials according to production schedules; moving products between departments; and completing general production utility duties as assigned. The employee maintains clean and organized work areas, follows safety and equipment guidelines, uses proper lifting techniques, and reports damaged materials, equipment issues, and safety concerns to supervision. The position is located at Plant 2 Upholstery Plant in Lenoir, North Carolina, and is full-time. Salary is undisclosed.

Requirements

Ability to lift, carry, and move furniture frames and materials.
Ability to stand, bend, reach, and perform repetitive physical tasks throughout the workday.
Good attention to detail and organizational skills.
Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Dependable attendance and a strong work ethic.

Nice To Haves

Previous furniture manufacturing or upholstery experience is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Receive, unload, and move furniture frames to designated production areas.
Sort and organize frames by style, model, and production order.
Inspect frames for visible damage or defects before production.
Stage frames so they are organized and available for upholstery operations.
Maintain an organized and safe frame storage and staging area.
Help production employees locate and deliver frames.
Fill furniture cushions with designated foam, fiber, or other materials to the required specifications, size, and firmness.
Inspect cushions for consistency, shape, and quality; prepare and organize them for delivery to upholstery or assembly.
Maintain cushion-filling material supplies and keep equipment and work areas clean and organized.
Stage frames, cushions, and other materials for upcoming production orders.
Organize completed and partially completed furniture in designated staging areas according to production schedules and order requirements.
Move furniture between departments and help ensure materials and products are available when needed.
Perform general production utility duties as assigned by supervision.
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment; follow company safety procedures and equipment operating guidelines.
Use proper lifting and handling techniques, report damaged materials, equipment issues, and safety concerns to supervision, and keep walkways and production areas clear.
Keep production supplied with the correct frames and cushions, maintain organized staging areas, support production efficiency, and demonstrate teamwork, flexibility, and accountability.