Furniture Builder ($20 Starting Pay) Plant 19 AM

La-Z-Boy Inc.; Dayton (TN); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Vision, Dental

401k retirement plan with companymatch

Paid holidays and vacation

Job summary

La-Z-Boy Incorporated in Dayton, TN seeks a production associate to hand-build high-quality upholstered furniture. The role requires standing long hours, lifting at least 50 lbs, and using power tools, stapling, framing, and air tools.

You will work in a team to assemble, upholster, frame, cushion, and finalize units following specifications. You must have a practical education/experience mix, basic reading/writing, and be able to complete in-house training.

Qualifications

• Equivalent combination of education and experience to perform the above duties.
• Basic reading and writing skills.
• Completion of in-house training curriculum.
• Basic computer skills.
• Strong coordination for routine, repetitive tasks.
• Ability to stand for up to 10 hours per day with frequent bending, twisting, and reaching.
• Capacity to push, pull, and lift a minimum of 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Work in a team atmosphere.
• Perform any position within the cell as needed.
• Proper use of Kan Ban containers.
• Upholster: assemble components by upholstery notes within specifications.
• Frame: assemble components and finish edges as specified.
• Cushion Process: insert stuffing materials and seal quilted units.
• Final Assembly: assemble all components and confirm unit completion.
• Packaging: secure and prepare finished units for shipment.

Skills

Manual dexterity

Stamina

Teamwork

Reading & writing

Basic computer skills

Education

Equivalent education/experience

Tools

Power tools

Staple gun

Framing tools

Job description

Comfort starts with our 10,000+ team members across the globe, who are transforming the power of comfort every day. Our employees have the power to change lives, in our homes, work and communities.

We foster an inclusive environment while honoring a legacy built on family, where everyone can be themselves. If you are ready to join an industry leading organization where our people are the most important asset, and innovation propels us into the future, you’re ready to take your seat at La-Z-Boy Incorporated.

WE BELIEVE IN THE TRANSFORMATIONAL POWER OF COMFORT

Job Summary: This is a physically demanding, fast-paced job involving independent or team-based work to hand-build quality upholstered furniture. Drive, urgency, and self-motivation are needed to meet daily production goals. The role requires standing for long periods, lifting and moving at least 50 lbs, and using hands to grip, pull, and handle materials. Comfort with power tools, framing, and staple guns is essential.

Job Description:

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Work in a team atmosphere
• Perform any position within the cell as needed
• Proper use of Kan Ban containers
• Upholster:
  Knock down all sharp corners of frame
  Use of staple gun to staple materials
  Use of hammer to insert tack strip, panels, etc
  Use of staple puller to retract improper staples
  Use of additional air tools to assemble components as necessary (drill, hog ring gun, hot glue gun, etc.)
  Ability to assemble furniture components by upholstery notes within specifications
• Frame:
  Use of frame gun to staple materials
  Proper glue and/or wax application per specification
  Use of additional air tools to assemble components as necessary (drill, crimping gun, chisel tool, etc)
  Use of glue scraper for proper clean up
• Cushion Process:
  Validate unit cover to ticket in each batch
  Coordinate work flow in cell
  Insert stuffing materials into cover components
  Use of machine to seal and quilt
  Use of staple gun to staple materials
• Final Assembly:
  Assemble components into completed unit
  Use of staple gun to staple materials
  Use of additional air tools to assemble components as necessary (drill, tack gun, etc)
  Oil mechanism as required by specification
  Scan ticket to show unit complete
• Packaging:
  Use of staple gun to staple materials
  Use of additional air tools to assemble components as necessary (drill, frame gun, crimp gun, etc)
  Use of banding and up ender equipment
  Use of tape gun to properly secure packaging materials
  Apply ticket to finished package in proper location
  Move unit to alternate location as needed

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Equivalent combination of education and experience to perform the above duties
• Basic reading and writing skills
• Completion of in-house training curriculum
• Basic computer skills
• Strong coordination for routine, repetitive tasks
• Ability to stand for up to 10 hours per day with frequent bending, twisting, and reaching
• Capacity to push, pull, and lift a minimum of 50 lbs
• Skilled use of hands for gripping, pulling, and tugging

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

None

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT

Strong coordination for routine, repetitive tasks. Ability to stand for up to 10 hours per day on hard surfaces with frequent bending, twisting, and reaching. Capacity to push, pull, and lift a minimum of 50 lbs. Skilled use of hands for gripping, pulling, and tugging.

OTHER DUTIES

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the incumbent for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Weekly Hours: 40

Benefits for Employees in the US

Benefit offerings to employees and their families include: Medical, Vision, Dental and Basic Life Insurance, available 401k retirement plan with company match of up to 6%. Paid time off includes: 9-11 paid holidays each year, two weeks’ prorated vacation as a new hire and either personal time (non-exempt only) or state mandated sick time. More information can be found via: https://learn.bswift.com/la-z-boy

If this role requires travel / driving in order to perform the key responsibilities outlined above, candidates must be able to meet the qualifications noted in the company’s Driver Management Program to be considered for the role.

At La-Z-Boy Incorporated, we're an equal opportunity employer. We understand that our employees’ diverse backgrounds, experiences, perspectives, and viewpoints add value to our ability to create and deliver the best possible service, quality products, and is of utmost importance as we work together to build comfort. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status. We are committed to fostering an environment in which all employees feel valued, included, and empowered to do their best work and bring great ideas to the table.

If you are a qualified individual that may need a change or adjustment to the application/interviewing/hiring process as a result of your disability, you may request a reasonable accommodations by emailing our recruiting team at [e-mail] or by calling 734-242-1444.

Come experience the power of comfort in your career! At La-Z-Boy, we believe people are our most important asset. From our manufacturing facilities and Furniture Galleries to our LEED-certified world headquarters, we empower our people to build something amazing every day. If you’re ready to join an industry-leading organization that values passion, innovation, and helping our communities, you’re ready to explore La-Z-Boy. There are chairs that need to be filled at La-Z-Boy. Find out if there’s one for you. La-Z-Boy has been building incredible furniture since 1927, and there's a reason people still want La-Z-Boy in their homes—and more importantly, a reason great people are proud to be part of our company. We represent decades of hard-working, talented individuals coming together across the globe to continue our legacy and propel us into the future.