Cushion Fill Associate (Weekend)

About the Company

Since its founding in 1956, Williams-Sonoma has grown from a single store in Sonoma, CA into one of the largest retailers in the country, with well-known brands in home furnishings, including Williams-Sonoma, Pottery Barn, and West Elm. Our Distribution Centers serve as vital connections between factories and our retail, online, and mail-order customers worldwide. The Supply Chain environment is dynamic and fast-paced, with a rapidly expanding network.

Williams-Sonoma, Inc. is recognized for its commitment to sustainability, diversity, and responsible business practices, earning honors such as Barron's 100 Most Sustainable Companies, Forbes Best Employers for Women and Diversity, Newsweek America's Most Responsible Companies, and USA Today Customer Service Champions. With over 4,000 full-time associates across the Supply Chain and 14.5 million square feet of distribution and manufacturing space in the U.S., we operate an agile network including:

• Large package/furniture distribution centers in Southern California, Northern California, Texas, Georgia, and New Jersey (9.2M sq. ft.), plus 1.2M sq. ft. of standalone final-mile furniture hubs.
• Small package eCommerce distribution centers in Mississippi and Arizona (3.2M sq. ft.), employing over 1,000 full-time and 1,500 seasonal/temporary associates in Mississippi.
• Sutter Street Manufacturing upholstery factories in North Carolina and Mississippi, producing $900M–$1B in sales of upholstered furniture with over 1,400 full-time employees.
• A Transportation Department for ocean, air, trucking, and rail, with over 30 professionals in Memphis, TN.
• Sourcing offices in 10 countries across Asia and Europe, employing 700 associates.

About the Role

The Cushion Fill (Weekend) position is based in Booneville, MS, and involves working in the cushion fill department as a machine operator on the weekend shift. Associates will work throughout the department as needed to fill cushions, backs, and pillows into covers, regulating them to specification per assigned standard operating procedures. The role supports departmental goals in safety, service, quality, and cost.

Responsibilities

• Practice safe work habits and adhere to Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) standards throughout the facility.
• Follow Williams-Sonoma policies with a positive attitude, professional courtesy, and high integrity.
• Perform daily tasks promptly and accurately to meet production goals using documented Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Promote teamwork and collaboration to maximize productivity while ensuring quality and safety compliance.
• Communicate openly with leadership to address issues and obstacles.
• Fill and regulate cushions and pillows per SOPs to maintain a sufficient buffer for upholstery lines producing 6–8 pieces per hour.
• Ensure tags and tickets are correctly placed for inventory tracking.

Requirements

• At least 1 year of experience in cushion fill production in an upper-end upholstered furniture manufacturing environment.
• Good oral and written communication skills; ability to read, write, and understand English.
• Ability to read production tickets and interpret simple instructions in SOPs.
• Ability to perform multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment to meet delivery requirements.
• Strong teamwork, time management, and sense of urgency to meet deadlines.

Preferred Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Previous leadership experience.
• Basic computer skills.
• Bilingual (English and Spanish).

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand for 12-hour periods and bend/twist at the waist and knees.
• Frequently lift and pull items weighing 20–25 pounds; occasionally lift up to 60 pounds.

Benefits

• Generous discount on all Williams-Sonoma, Inc. brand products.
• 401(k) plan and other investment opportunities.
• Paid vacations, Employee Assistance Programs, Time Off to Volunteer, Matching Gifts Community Service Program, and holidays (in some locations).
• Health benefits, dental and vision insurance, including same-sex domestic partner benefits.
• Legal and Identity Protection Plans and Pet Insurance.

For more information on benefits, visit MyWSIBenefits.com.