Boat Interior Upholsterer – Craft Comfort

Boaters World Manufacturing Group; Chocowinity (NC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) match

Paid time off

Relocation assistance

Life insurance

Employee discounts

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

Boater's World Manufacturing Group in Chocowinity, NC is seeking an Upholstery Technician to join our boat production team. This hands-on role builds and finishes vinyl, foam, fabrics, and seating components with a focus on quality and craftsmanship.

Experience in boat upholstery preferred, but related manufacturing backgrounds such as automotive, furniture, RV, or powersports are encouraged to apply. You will use industrial sewing machines and upholstery tools in a fast-paced production

Qualifications

• Previous upholstery, sewing, trim, fabrication, manufacturing, or similar hands-on experience preferred.
• Ability to measure, cut, fit, and work with upholstery materials.
• Strong hand-eye coordination and attention to detail.
• Ability to follow patterns, templates, measurements, and work instructions.
• Ability to identify fit, finish, stitching, or material defects.
• Ability to work carefully around finished materials and surfaces.
• Ability to use hand tools and upholstery equipment safely.
• Ability to work efficiently in a production environment while maintaining quality.
• Dependable attendance and strong work ethic.
• Ability to stand, bend, reach, lift, and perform repetitive hands-on work.

Responsibilities

• Build and assemble upholstered seating and interior components for boats.
• Work with marine-grade vinyl, fabric, foam, backing materials, and related components.
• Measure, cut, position, stretch, fit, and secure upholstery materials.
• Install foam, cushions, covers, and related seating components.
• Use industrial sewing machines and upholstery equipment as applicable to assigned work.
• Follow patterns, templates, measurements, and production specifications.
• Ensure upholstery materials are properly aligned, fitted, and secured.
• Inspect completed components for wrinkles, loose material, uneven seams, fit issues, or other defects.
• Perform adjustments or rework when necessary to achieve required quality standards.
• Protect finished upholstery from damage throughout the production process.
• Work closely with Assembly, Quality, Production, and other manufacturing departments.
• Maintain upholstery tools, sewing equipment, and production equipment.
• Properly handle and organize materials to minimize waste.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Follow established production and safety procedures.
• Meet daily production expectations while maintaining craftsmanship and quality.

Skills

Upholstery

Sewing

Manufacturing

Attention to detail

Hand tools

Tools

Industrial sewing machines

Upholstery equipment

Job description

Boater's World Manufacturing Group in Chocowinity, NC is seeking an Upholstery Technician to join our boat production team. This hands-on role builds and finishes vinyl, foam, fabrics, and seating components with a focus on quality and craftsmanship.

Experience in boat upholstery preferred, but related manufacturing backgrounds such as automotive, furniture, RV, or powersports are encouraged to apply. You will use industrial sewing machines and upholstery tools in a fast-paced production