Bed Headboard Assembly Inside Uph

American Leather Operations LLC; Newton (NC); On-site; USD 2,066,400 - 3,030,720; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare clinic on site

Two shutdown weeks per year

Competitive hourly pay

Climate-controlled facility

No Saturday work

Cross-training opportunities

Job summary

LEE Industries in Newton, NC is seeking a dedicated Headboard Upholsterer (Insider) to join our upholstery team. You will upholster headboards, rails, footboards, and related components with fabric, leather, and polyurethane on wood frames.

Precision and craftsmanship are essential in a climate-controlled facility. The role requires 1–2 years of upholstery experience, proficiency with hand and pneumatic tools, and a focus on quality.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1-2 years of upholstery experience in furniture manufacturing.
• Experience upholstering headboards, bed frames, or other upholstered furniture is preferred.
• Experience with leather, fabric, polyurethane, and wood frames.

Responsibilities

• Upholster headboards, bed rails, footboards, and other upholstered furniture components according to specifications.
• Apply fabric, leather, and polyurethane materials to wood furniture frames.
• Stretch, fit, align, and secure upholstery materials for a professional finish.
• Operate hand tools, pneumatic tools, and staple guns safely and efficiently.
• Read and follow production tickets, specifications, and work instructions.
• Inspect finished products to ensure quality standards.
• Maintain production goals while delivering craftsmanship.
• Keep work area clean, organized, and safe.
• Support Lean Manufacturing by maintaining workflow efficiency.
• Cross-train in other upholstery or production areas as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Upholstery

Headboard upholstery

Bed frame assembly

Fabric application

Leather upholstery

Pneumatic tools

Hand tools

Quality inspection

Lean Manufacturing

Time management

Teamwork

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Pneumatic tools

Staple guns

Hand tools

Job description

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Bed Headboard Assembly Inside Uph

Full Time Lee Industries Plant 3, Newton, NC, US

3 days ago Requisition ID: 2030

Climate-Controlled Manufacturing Facility

Overtime may be required based on production demands and business needs.

Join the LEE Industries Team

Since 1969,LEE Industries has been proudly crafting premium upholstered furniture made in the USA. Our reputation for exceptional quality is built on the skill, dedication, and craftsmanship of our associates. We value people who take pride in their work and are committed to producing furniture that will be enjoyed for generations.

We're expanding and seeking skilledHeadboard Upholsterers (Insiders) to join our Upholstery team. If you have experience upholstering furniture and enjoy hands-on craftsmanship in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, we'd love to hear from you.

Why Join LEE Industries?

• Consistent full-time schedule (40-45 hours per week)
• No Saturday work
• Climate-controlled facility
• Free onsite healthcare clinic access beginning Day One for employees, spouses, and dependent children
• Two company-wide shutdown weeks each year
• Competitive hourly pay
• Stable employment with a respected American furniture manufacturer
• Opportunities for cross-training, skill development, and career advancement

Position Summary

TheHeadboard Upholsterer (Insider) is responsible for upholstering and assembling premium headboards, bed rails, footboards, and related furniture components. This position requires precision, craftsmanship, and attention to detail while working with fabric, leather, polyurethane materials, and wood frames to produce high-quality upholstered furniture.

• Upholster headboards, bed rails, footboards, and other upholstered furniture components according to specifications.
• Apply fabric, leather, and polyurethane materials to wood furniture frames.
• Stretch, fit, align, and secure upholstery materials to ensure a professional finish.
• Operate hand tools, pneumatic tools, and staple guns safely and efficiently.
• Read and follow production tickets, specifications, and work instructions.
• Inspect finished products to ensure they meet LEE Industries"' quality standards.
• Maintain production goals while producing exceptional craftsmanship.
• Keep work area clean, organized, and safe.
• Support Lean Manufacturing initiatives by maintaining efficient workflow.
• Cross-train in other upholstery or production areas as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Minimum1-2 years of upholstery experience, preferably in furniture manufacturing.
• Experience upholstering headboards, bed frames, or other upholstered furniture is preferred.
• Experience working with leather, fabric, polyurethane, and wood frames.
• Comfortable using hand tools, pneumatic tools, staple guns, and other upholstery equipment.
• Basic computer skills.
• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Lean Manufacturing experience is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality craftsmanship.
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a team environment.

Required Skills

• Furniture upholstery
• Upholstered furniture manufacturing
• Headboard upholstery
• Bed frame assembly
• Fabric application
• Leather upholstery
• Pneumatic tools
• Hand tools
• Upholstery repair
• Quality inspection
• Lean Manufacturing
• Time management
• Teamwork
• Basic computer skills

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and work for up to 10 hours per shift.
• Frequent use of hands, wrists, arms, and shoulders.
• Operate hand tools, pneumatic tools, and staple guns for extended periods.
• Lift, carry, push, and pull materials and furniture components as needed.
• Perform repetitive motions while maintaining quality and production standards.

What We're Looking For

We're looking for detail-oriented craftspeople who take pride in producing beautifully upholstered furniture. If you enjoy working with premium materials, have strong upholstery skills, and want to be part of a company known for exceptional American-made furniture, we'd love to have you join our team.

LEE Industries is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.