Drapery Production Worker

Carole Fabrics; Augusta (GA); On-site; USD 42,981,000 - 48,602,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Time off with pay

401(k) plan with employer matching

Paid parental leave

Wellness programs

Job summary

Carole Fabrics, part of the Hunter Douglas family, seeks a Banding specialist to prepare and apply custom banding and trim on drapery products. In this hands‑on role you will apply banding and trim, sew tabs and Euro‑hems, fabricate tiebacks, and ready products for the next stage with precision and quality.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma, basic fabric knowledge, ability to read work orders, and is reliable and team‑oriented. The role offers growth opportunities and competitive pay.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Basic knowledge of fabrics or willingness to learn.
• Ability to operate sewing machines and hand tools (training provided).
• Ability to read and follow work orders, measurements, and instructions.

Responsibilities

• Apply custom banding and trim to drapery products with precision.
• Fabricate tiebacks and sew components, including tabs, Euro‑hems, and stiffeners.
• Insert chain weights and prepare ripplefold snap tape as required.
• Read and follow work orders to ensure accurate production.
• Inspect cuts and finished products to maintain high‑quality standards.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe workspace at all times.
• Cross‑train in other production tasks to support the team.
• All other duties as assigned.

Skills

Sewing machine operation

Reading work orders

Attention to detail

Physical stamina

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Sewing machines

Job description

Hunter Douglas is the world’s leading manufacturer of window coverings and a major manufacturer of architectural products. We are a brand that you know and trust. With more than 100 years of innovation, we’ve defined our industry with proprietary products that deliver revolutionary style and functionality and can be found in millions of homes and commercial buildings globally.

As a member of the Hunter Douglas family of brands, Carole Fabrics has proudly served the interior design community for more than 60 years, making the finest soft window treatments in the industry.We take pride in our reputation for exceptional quality, our broad on-trend collection of the finest fabrics, and our devotion to personal service.

We are searching for candidates that are driven, intelligent, creative, and entrepreneurial. By offering challenging and accelerated opportunities for growth, powered by a shared hunger for success, we create a space for your career to thrive. In return for your expertise, we are committed to providing competitive and robust total compensation and benefit packages to ensure you feel valued. Our dream is to become the fastest growing, most loved, window covering company in the world. What’s yours?

Position Overview

The Banding position’s primary responsible for preparing and applying custom banding and trim on drapery products. In this hands‑on role, you will apply custom banding and trim, sew components like tabs and Euro‑hems, fabricate tiebacks, and prepare drapery products for the next stage of production. This role requires precision, focus, and a commitment to quality.

What you’ll do

• Apply custom banding and trim to drapery products with precision
• Fabricate tiebacks and sew components, including tabs, Euro‑hems, and stiffeners
• Insert chain weights and prepare ripplefold snap tape as required
• Read and follow work orders to ensure accurate production
• Inspect cuts and finished products to maintain high‑quality standards
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe workspace at all times
• Cross‑train in other production tasks to support the team
• All other duties as assigned

Who you are

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Basic knowledge of fabrics or willingness to learn
• Ability to operate sewing machines and hand tools (training provided)
• Ability to read and follow work orders, measurements, and instructions
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Reliable, punctual, and team‑oriented
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods
• Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull 25–40 lbs (assistance for heavier items)
• Ability to use hands for repetitive sewing and production tasks
• Ability to reach, bend, stoop, twist, kneel, and crouch as needed
• Ability to work safely in a manufacturing environment
• Ability to read labels, measurements, and work tickets accurately
• Color vision test required (if applicable)

What’s in it for you?

• Annual base salary range: $15 hourly
• A company culture that prioritizes internal development and professional growth
• Time off with pay
• 401(k) plan with a degree of employer matching
• Paid parental leave
• Wellness programs and product discounts

Please note, all offers presented to candidates are carefully crafted to ensure market competitiveness, equity, and reflect the individual candidate’s education, experience, skills and potential.
Hunter Douglas is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with applicable employment laws. EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled are encouraged to apply.