Upholstery

About the role

Lippert is seeking an Upholsterer to perform a variety of upholstery functions. The role involves measuring, fitting, stapling, gluing, repairing, and binding materials to manufacture furniture. Responsibilities include attaching bindings, installing fasteners, designing upholstery patterns, and performing tasks like sewing, stretching webbing, and removing defective components.

Responsibilities

• Attach bindings or apply solutions to prevent raveling
• Fit, install, and secure material on frames using hand tools and power tools
• Examine furniture frames, upholstery, springs, and webbing to locate defects
• Operate sewing machines or sew upholstery by hand to seam cushions and join sections of covering material
• Read work orders and apply knowledge to determine materials needed
• Measure and cut new covering materials, following patterns and design specifications
• Remove covering, webbing, padding, and/or defective springs from work pieces using hand tools
• Sew rips or tears in material, or create tufting, using needles and thread
• Maintain records of time required to perform each job
• Adjust or replace webbing, padding, and/or springs, and secure them in place
• Stretch webbing and fabric using webbing stretchers

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Manufacturing experience preferred
• Ability to work with hand and pneumatic tools
• Strong problem-solving and project management skills
• Effective communication and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Physical stamina to stand for extended periods and lift heavy items