Cushion Filler

Summer Classics; Claremont (NC); On-site; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision plans

Employer-paid disability insurance

401(k) plan with company match

Employee Assistance Program

Paid sick leave, vacation, holidays, &

Product discount

Job summary

Gabriella White, the parent company behind Gabby, Summer Classics, and Wendy Jane, is seeking a dependable Cushion Filler to support upholstery manufacturing by filling pillows and cushions to specification. You will work closely with sewing, upholstery, and production teams to ensure cushions are filled correctly and ready for production schedules.

The role emphasizes safety, quality, and accuracy in a fast-paced environment, with opportunities to contribute to process improvements and team

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience in manufacturing, production, upholstery, warehouse, or related area preferred.
• Ability to follow work instructions, production orders and quality standards.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to high-quality work.
• Good verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach and perform repetitive tasks.
• Ability to safely lift, move, and handle cushions and pillows.

Responsibilities

• Pairs fillers with cushion covers and matches completed cushions to the appropriate furniture frame or order.
• Fills pillows and cushions using filling equipment, metal rods, or manual stuffing techniques according to product specifications.
• Estimates and verifies fill quantities using timing, weighing, or other approved methods to ensure consistency and quality.
• Maintains adequate cushion inventory on the production floor to support production schedules and customer orders.
• Ensures cushions and pillows meet company quality standards before being moved to the next production stage.
• Receives and organizes supplier deliveries related to filling materials and supplies.
• Maintains a clean, safe, and organized work area in accordance with company safety standards.
• Supports production teams by ensuring materials and completed cushions are available when needed.
• Collaborates with production leadership and team members to address quality concerns and improve workflow efficiency.
• Follows all safety, quality, and operational procedures established by the company.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Teamwork

Manual dexterity

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Description

We03re seeking a dependable and detail-oriented Cushion Filler to support our upholstery manufacturing operations by filling pillows and cushions to specification using filling equipment, hand tools, and manual techniques. This role plays a key part in ensuring product quality, production efficiency, and material readiness across the production floor.

The ideal candidate is safety-conscious, quality-focused, and able to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment while maintaining accuracy and consistency. This individual will partner closely with sewing, upholstery, and production teams to ensure cushions and pillows are filled correctly and available to support production schedules.

Who We Are

Gabriella White is home to our family of brands - Gabby, Summer Classics, and Wendy Jane. We are growing in all areas of the business and are proud to be family-owned and operated since 1987. Together, we furnish life 0s best moments, from the every day to the exceptional. We are united by our vision as well as our collective spirit and our culture is shaped by our core values: Dedication 2 - Enthusiasm 2 - Synergy 2 - Integrity - Goal-Oriented 2 - Nimble, or simply put DESIGN.

As a premier innovator, manufacturer, and retailer of luxury furniture and accessories, our brands are loved by designers and design-minded consumers for creating timeless outdoor living and transitional, eclectic furniture and accessories for every part of the home. We 0re always looking for talented people to join our team and grow together.

What We Offer

• Competitive health, dental, and vision plans


• Employer-paid short- and long-term disability


• 401(k) plan with company match after 12 months


• Employee Assistance Program and Chaplain Services to support mental and emotional well-being


• Paid sick leave, vacation, holidays, and parental time


• Generous employee product purchase discount

What You Do

• Pairs fillers with cushion covers and matches completed cushions to the appropriate furniture frame or order.


• Fills pillows and cushions using filling equipment, metal rods, or manual stuffing techniques according to product specifications.


• Estimates and verifies fill quantities using timing, weighing, or other approved methods to ensure consistency and quality.


• Maintains adequate cushion inventory on the production floor to support production schedules and customer orders.


• Ensures cushions and pillows meet company quality standards before being moved to the next production stage.


• Receives and organizes supplier deliveries related to filling materials and supplies.


• Maintains a clean, safe, and organized work area in accordance with company safety standards.


• Supports production teams by ensuring materials and completed cushions are available when needed.


• Collaborates with production leadership and team members to address quality concerns and improve workflow efficiency.


• Follows all safety, quality, and operational procedures established by the company.


• Performs other duties as assigned.

What You Bring

• High school diploma or equivalent required.


• Previous manufacturing, production, upholstery, warehouse, or related experience preferred.


• Ability to accurately follow work instructions, production orders, and quality standards.


• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work.


• Good verbal communication and interpersonal skills.


• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.


• Strong active listening and critical thinking skills.


• Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, and perform repetitive tasks throughout the workday.


• Ability to safely lift, move, and handle cushions, pillows, and related materials.


• Dependable attendance and a strong work ethic.

How Success Is Measured

• Cushion and pillow quality meets established standards.


• Production schedules are supported without material shortages or delays.


• Fill consistency and accuracy are maintained across products.


• Minimal rework, defects, or quality concerns related to filling operations.


• Adherence to safety, attendance, and production expectations.


• Positive teamwork and support of overall manufacturing goals.

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