Custom Upholstery Technician

Seeds of Creation; Minnesota; On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equal opportunity employer

Job summary

Wichterman’s Upholstery in Minnesota is seeking a talented Upholstery Technician to restore and create premium interiors across furniture, automotive, marine, and aviation projects. You will transform client visions into tangible pieces with a focus on high-quality craftsmanship.

The role requires 2+ years of upholstery experience, strong attention to detail, and the ability to work independently or in a team. We value reliability, craftsmanship, and a passion for luxury finishes.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 2+ years of residential or commercial upholstery experience.
• Formal training in automotive, aircraft, or marine upholstery is a plus.
• Proficient with leather, vinyl, cloth, carpet, and foam fabrication.
• Strong attention to detail and luxury finishes.
• Able to work independently and collaboratively; clear communication.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and handle premium fabrics for custom installation.
• Design and execute custom upholstery solutions per client specs.
• Develop and cut precise patterns into templates.
• Operate walking-foot sewing machines and related tools safely.
• Maintain project documentation for time, materials, processes.
• Uphold OSHA safety regulations and quality standards.
• Adapt techniques to meet unique client requests.

Skills

Sewing proficiency

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Walking-foot sewing machine

Pattern drafting

Leather/Vinyl handling

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

About This Posting

This position is for Wichterman’s Upholstery, a family‑owned custom upholstery shop in business for more than 40 years. The job posting may appear under Seeds of Creation LLC, which provides administrative support—including hiring and HR services—for Wichterman’s Upholstery and other affiliated companies. Your employment, if hired, will be with Wichterman’s Upholstery.

About Wichterman’s Upholstery

Wichterman’s Upholstery creates high‑quality interiors for boats, classic automobiles, airplanes, medical and commercial furniture, residential pieces, and specialty items such as marine canvas and motorcycle seats. Our professional yet energetic atmosphere sparks creativity, nurtures excellence, and empowers every team member to deliver upholstery work that truly "WOWs" our clients.

Our Core Values

At the heart of our organization are three core values that guide everything we do—from daily tasks to long‑term goals. These values are more than ideals; they are expectations for how we show up, serve others, and grow together. They shape our hiring, training, recognition, and daily team culture.

Excellence

We pursue excellence with confidence and humility—owning our work, communicating clearly, and refusing to compromise on quality. True excellence blends skill with continuous learning, personal responsibility, and a team‑first mindset. We show up prepared, we do the work right, and we always look for ways to improve.

Compassion (Others‑First Service)

Compassion is action. We lead with empathy, selflessness, and teamwork, putting the needs of others first while holding ourselves to high standards. We serve with care, offer support, and build people up—without enabling excuses or sacrificing accountability.

Purpose (You Were Made for This)

We believe work is more than a job—it is an opportunity to make a difference through your unique strengths. Whether you stitch, cut, pattern, or design, your work brings value to others. The best team members know their "why," and they use their insight, skill, and integrity to make things better.

If this role aligns with the kind of work you know you are meant to do—if it reflects your purpose—we want to give you the platform to live that out. Join a team that values meaningful contribution and supports one another in turning purpose into practice.

Position Summary

We are seeking a talented Upholstery Technician who is self‑motivated, detail‑oriented, and passionate about impeccable craftsmanship. You will restore and create premium interiors across furniture, automotive, marine, and aviation projects, transforming client vision into reality.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and handle premium fabrics, leathers, vinyl, and other upholstery materials for custom installation.
• Design and execute custom upholstery solutions for furniture, vehicles, and specialty pieces according to client specifications.
• Develop and cut precise patterns, translating designs into detailed templates.
• Operate commercial walking‑foot sewing machines, staplers, hot‑knife cutters, and other hand or power tools safely.
• Maintain accurate project documentation for time, materials, and processes.
• Uphold OSHA safety regulations and internal quality standards.
• Adapt techniques and solve problems creatively to meet unique client requests.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Two or more years of experience in residential or commercial upholstery (strong portfolios may offset experience).
• Formal training in automotive, aircraft, or marine upholstery is a plus.
• Proficient with leather, vinyl, cloth, carpet, and foam fabrication.
• Skilled in flat pattern layout, sewing, gluing, and use of walking‑foot sewing machines.
• Strong attention to detail and appreciation for luxury finishes.
• Able to work independently and collaboratively; clear verbal and written communication skills.
• Punctual, career‑oriented, and highly self‑motivated.
• Physically able to stand, bend, kneel, and lift heavy components.

Wichterman's is an equal opportunity employer