High-End Furniture Sewer

Kravet LLC; Thomasville (NC); On-site; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Kravet LLC in Thomasville, NC is seeking an experienced sewing operator to join our upholstery production team. You will operate industrial sewing machines to assemble furniture components, read production orders, and ensure high-quality results.

Responsibilities include inspecting finished parts, making minor repairs, and maintaining equipment while following safety guidelines. A strong attention to detail and ability to work in a fast-paced environment are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum 3 years furniture sewing experience.
• Ability to read production orders and follow patterns.

Responsibilities

• Operate industrial sewing machines to stitch fabric, leather, and upholstery materials according to specifications.
• Read and interpret production orders, blueprints, and patterns to determine sewing requirements.
• Sew parts of upholstered furniture (cushions, arms, backs, skirting) with precise alignment and quality.
• Inspect sewn components for defects and perform adjustments or repairs as needed.
• Maintain sewing machines through routine cleaning and minor tune-ups.
• Adhere to safety guidelines and collaborate with production team for timely orders.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Adaptability

Customer service

Learn quickly

Team collaboration

Quality orientation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Industrial sewing machines

Job description

Summary

Sew all production covers, arm pillows, back pillows, seat cushions, apex, stuffing pieces, leather pieces, cloth pieces, and slipcovers. This provides the internal customers with products to work the production schedule. This process is produced on industrial sewing machines. The end result is a complete piece of furniture.

Key Responsibilities

Describe the job's essential duties and responsibilities using clear, declarative statements in priority order.

Responsibility

• Operate industrial sewing machines to stitch fabric, leather, and other upholstery materials according to specifications.


• Read and interpret production orders, blueprints, and patterns to determine sewing requirements.


• Sew various parts of upholstered furniture, such as cushions, arms, backs, and skirting, ensuring accurate alignment and consistent quality.


• Inspect sewn components for defects and make necessary adjustments or repairs.


• Maintain sewing machines by performing routine cleaning and minor adjustments.


• Adhere to all safety guidelines and procedures in the workplace.


• Collaborate with other production team members to ensure smooth workflow and timely completion of orders.

Complexity

Describe the following: 1) level of decision-making authority, b) level of autonomy, c) the impact of his/her decision on the organization, and d) what, if any, are the supervisory responsibilities?

Scope/Financial Responsibility

Describe quantifiable measures that will help assign the position's value. Examples include the size of the budget, business metrics, etc. Also, describe the impact on revenue, profit, or expenses by stating activities that could affect Kravet's financial results.

Abilities/Key Competencies/Skills

• Must be able to work thoughtfully and thoroughly with continuous attention to detail


• Ability to learn quickly and retain a wide range of small details concerning multiple product types, tasks, system processes, issues, and/or projects


• Excellent time management and organizational skills


• Comfortable with multi-tasking or pivoting between tasks as needed


• Willingness to learn new products, procedures, and processes as business needs change


• A friendly attitude with the ability to deliver exceptional customer service and stay motivated in a fast-paced environment

E Experience/Certifications/Education

• High school diploma or equivalent


• Previous experience with furniture sewing for at least three years

Organizational Relationship

Identify who position reports to and/or who reports to this position:

• Supervisor, Sewing

Travel Requirements (if any)

• None

Physical Demands

• Must be able to sit for up to 8 hours per day


• Must be able to move around the production floor to complete finishing tasks


• Must be able to stoop, kneel, or crouch to complete finishing tasks at a low level.


• Must be able to carry and/or lift up to 25 pounds


• Must have the ability to observe details of finished product at a close range


• Must have the ability to communicate information and ideas so others can understand.


• Must be able to exchange accurate information.


• Ability to operate sewing equipment using hands/fingers.