Master Upholsterer

About Us

At Norix, we design, manufacture and deliver innovative, robust furniture that meets the real-world need for humanizing challenging environments. We have an opening for a Master Upholsterer at our LEED Gold facility in West Chicago.

What You'll Do

• Communicate inventory/quality issues on the shop floor to inventory specialist
• Inspect work areas to ensure safe operation
• Train employees on upholstery work tasks
• Inspect the work done in Cutting, Sewing, Foam Prep and Upholstery
• Assist Engineering with upholstered product development
• Upholstery technical support
• Effectively communicate deadlines & safety practices
• Other duties as needed

What Experience You'll Need

• High school education or equivalent
• 5+ years experience upholstering furniture
• Experience in a manufacturing environment
• Expert level knowledge of furniture upholstery
• Knowledge of critical upholstery/sewing principles
• Ability to follow directions and work well in a team and as an individual contributor
• Thorough understanding of, or the ability to quickly learn production equipment
• Strong listening, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Detail-orientation and the ability to multi-task
• Interpersonal skills, including the ability to build effective work relationships
• Ability to adhere to the company's attendance policy, including regular and punctual attendance
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred
• Ability to lift up to 30 lbs unassisted

Benefits

• Hourly pay between $25-$29
• Annual bonus opportunity up to 10% based on achievement of company goals
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• BCBS medical
• Company-paid dental insurance (for employees)
• Company-paid disability & life insurance
• FSA, vision, accident & ID theft insurance
• 401(k) with competitive company match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Plan
• Social events & casual dress code
• Beautiful campus with electric car charging stations, walking trails, pickleball court, soccer field & fitness center.