Furniture Repairer

Williams-Sonoma Inc.; Tracy (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discount

401(k) plan

Paid vacations

Health benefits

Dental & vision insurance

Pet Insurance

Job summary

Williams-Sonoma, Inc. is seeking a Quality Assurance Furniture Technician to join our Tracy, CA team. This role focuses on wood and upholstery repairs, color matching, and finishing to vendor specifications in a fast-paced distribution environment.

You will perform top-surface repairs, sealers and spray finishes, and work with colleagues to maintain schedule and quality. A high school diploma and at least one year of furniture repair experience are required, along with attention to detail and

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• At least 1 year experience.
• Upholstery and wood repairs including burn-ins.
• Positive attitude with strong work ethic.
• Ability to multi-task with excellent attention to detail.
• Self-motivating individual able to work independently and collaboratively.
• Dependable and deadline oriented with ability to perform under pressure.
• Excellent attendance, communication skills, and willingness to be a part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Perform wood and upholstery repairs including burn-ins.
• Repair on top surface (larger than ½ inch).
• Color match on top surface.
• Proper applications of sealers and top coats.
• Polishing top coat to vendor specifications.
• Cross grain scratches burn in and rubbed out.
• Proper application of finishes using spray gun.

Skills

Upholstery repairs

Wood repairs

Finish application

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

About Williams-Sonoma DC - Tracy, CA

Since it was founded in 1956, Williams - Sonoma has grown from Chuck Williams’ single store in Sonoma, CA into one of the largest retailers in the country, with some best known and most beloved brands in home furnishings, including Williams – Sonoma, Pottery Barn and West Elm.

Our Distribution Centers serve as vital connections between factories and our retail, online and mail-order customers around the world. The Supply Chain environment is dynamic and fast-paced, and the network is expanding rapidly. If you have a background in distribution, manufacturing, engineering, transportation, finance, human resources, or home delivery – and are looking for a job with a strong opportunity for gaining new skills and for advancement – our Supply Chain Organization could be just the place for you.

Williams-Sonoma, Inc Supply Chain Overview

By managing resources responsibly, caring for our people, and uniting around our values, we lead our industry and are proud to be recognized for our continuous action and progress in the following areas: Barron's 100 Most Sustainable Companies; Forbes Best Employers for Women and Diversity; Newsweek America's Most Responsible Companies; and USA Today Customer Service Champions. These honors reflect that we are truly a people-first organization.

• Over 4,000 Full-Time Associates across the Supply Chain.
• 14.5M square feet of small parcel, personalization, furniture, and manufacturing space in the domestic US, Williams-Sonoma has developed an agile and capable distribution network consisting of the following:
  • Large package / furniture distribution centers located in Southern California, Northern California, Texas, Georgia, and New Jersey totaling 9.2M square feet plus another 1.2M square feet of standalone final-mile furniture hubs.
• Small package eCommerce distribution centers located in Mississippi and Arizona totaling 3.2M square feet, consisting of over 1,000 full-time associates and 1,500 seasonal/temporary associates in Mississippi.
  • Sutter Street Manufacturing upholstery factories located in North Carolina and Mississippi totaling with over 1,400 full-time employees producing approximately $900 million to $1 billion in sales of upholstered furniture.
• Transportation Department for Ocean, Air, Trucking, and Rail consisting of over 30 transportation professionals located in Memphis, TN.
• 700 associates in our Sourcing offices in 10 countries in Asia and Europe including China, Vietnam, Singapore, India, Italy, and Turkey.

The Quality Assurance Furniture Technician position is located in Tracy, CA.

You’ll be excited about this opportunity because you will:

• Able to perform wood and upholstery repairs including burn-ins, wood raining and clear finish.
• Repair on top surface (larger than ½ inch).
• Color match on top surface.
• Proper applications of sealers and top coats.
• Polishing top coat to vendor specifications.
• Cross grain scratches burn in and rubbed out.
• Proper application of finishes using spray gun.

Check out some of the required qualifications we are looking for in amazing candidates:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• At least 1 year experience.
• Upholstery and wood repairs including burn-ins.
• Positive attitude with strong work ethic.
• Ability to multi-task with excellent attention to detail.
• Self-motivating individual able to work independently and collaboratively.
• Dependable and deadline oriented with ability to perform under pressure.
• Excellent attendance, communication skills, and willingness to be a part of a team, performing whatever duties are necessary.
• Furniture repair skill assessment testing will be required as part of interview process.

We prefer some of these qualities as well:

• Previous experience with painting, wood assembly, wood repair, and/or similar craftsmanship.
• Self-motivated and able to work both independently and collaboratively.
• Ability to work under pressure and fast learner.
• Availability to work full time schedule which may include nights, weekends and holidays.
• Willingness to be part of a team.
• Furniture repair skills assessment testing may be required as part of the interview process.

Review these physical requirements, as they play a major part in this role:

• Must be able to move, lift or carry heavy objects or materials for up to 50 pounds.
• Comfortable walking, standing 90% of the day.

Our company benefits are second to none in the industry:

• Generous discount on all Williams-Sonoma, Inc. brand products.
• 401(k) plan and other investment opportunities.
• Paid vacations, Employee Assistance Programs, Time Off to Volunteer, Matching Gifts Community Service Program, and Holidays (in some locations).
• Health benefits, dental and vision insurance, including same‑sex domestic partner benefits, Legal and Identity Protection Plans and Pet Insurance.
• For more information on our benefits offers, please visit MyWSIBenefits.com.
• To learn more about our Supply Chain culture and regional associate events, please visit https://shorturl.at/R3OAX (Login credentials may be required).

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