Inside Upholstery - Manufacturing I

About the role

The Inside Upholstery position is located in Claremont, NC. You’ll be excited about this opportunity because you will:

• Pull next piece available in line-all supplies, cushions and backs are already with the piece.
• Conduct initial inspection to assure cover matches ticket on piece, including cushions and backs.
• Prior to placing piece on lift, re-check to assure all parts in piece are correct.
• Place piece on lift.
• Assure that grain runs straight, no lumps, holes, or cat tracks.
• Fit cushions to the in-back and in-arm making sure there is no gap between cushions.
• Assure that seams are straight, even, and not gaped open and all welts are straight and even.
• Must be able to successfully pass a post offer job screen.

Responsibilities

• Pull next piece available in line-all supplies, cushions and backs are already with the piece.
• Conduct initial inspection to assure cover matches ticket on piece, including cushions and backs.
• Prior to placing piece on lift, re-check to assure all parts in piece are correct.
• Place piece on lift.
• Assure that grain runs straight, no lumps, holes, or cat tracks.
• Fit cushions to the in-back and in-arm making sure there is no gap between cushions.
• Assure that seams are straight, even, and not gaped open and all welts are straight and even.

Requirements

• At least 2-3 years of experience in production of upper-end upholstered furniture.
• Good attention to detail and ability to work with hands.
• Experience in reading and understanding production tickets.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to interpret simple upholstery instructions commonly placed in an upholstery manual.
• Ability to perform multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment to assure delivery requirements.
• Good communication skills – oral and written.
• Able to keep accurate records and follow documented procedures and standards.
• Excellent time-management skills including ability to work independently with little supervision.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to frequently lift frames weighing approximately 50 - 75 lbs.
• Ability to stand for 10-hour periods and bend and twist as required to upholster furniture.
• Ability to see patterns on fabrics and color variations.

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.