Inside Upholsterer

Ethan Allen; Maiden (NC); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Ethan Allen in Maiden, NC is seeking an experienced upholstery assembler to perform frame assembly, foam stapling, and fabric attachment using pneumatic tools. You will move frames from conveyor to upholstery lift, cut filler, and finish with precise seams for a high-quality look.

The role requires reading and following directions, basic math, and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs (100 lbs with assistance). Overtime and weekend work may be required.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum two to five years experience.
• Ability to read and follow directions.
• Basic math skills: counting, adding, subtracting.
• Must lift up to 50 pounds individually and up to 100 pounds with assistance.
• Must have hand-eye coordination.
• Must be organized and able to multi-task.
• Must complete job duties in timely manner.
• Excellent attendance record.
• Flexible to changing work stations as business dictates.

Responsibilities

• Move assembled frames from conveyor to upholstery lift using a transfer cart.
• Staple foam filler to the frame with a pneumatic staple gun.
• Cut excess filler and attach fabric/leather with scissors and box cutter.
• Smooth seams using a regulator for a crisp finished appearance.
• Trim excess fabric around the finished wood frame with a box cutter.
• Occasional lifting to set frames off the assembly conveyor for repairs.

Skills

Follow directions

Math skills

Hand-eye coordination

Multi-tasking

Attention to detail

Attendance

Self-motivation

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Pneumatic stapler

Scissors

Box cutter

Measuring tools

Templates

Transfer cart

Upholstery lift

Job description

Position Summary:

Perform a variety of operations to assemble and upholster portions of fully upholstered furniture. Move frame assembly from roller conveyor to upholstery lift and perform assigned duties using air stapling equipment, hand tools, templates, and measuring devices. Work on a variety of models to shape and form the upholstery for a specific appearance, fit and trim.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Use transfer cart to move assembled frame from conveyor to upholstery lift. The upholstery lift (scissor lift) is pneumatically powered and controlled by a foot pedal. Proper bending techniques should be used when moving the transfer cart to prevent strains.


• Staple filler material (foam) to the frame. A Pneumatic staple gun is used to perform this task. Safety glasses are required to prevent any possible reflections from hitting the employee's eye. Repetitive motion is a potential hazard from the triggering motion.


• Use scissors to cut excessive filler material from the frame. The pneumatic staple gun is used again to attach fabric/leather to the frame. The non-trigger hand is used to pull and stretch thefabric/leather to ensure the desired fit.


• The seams in the upholstered product are smoothed out and tucked by the use of a regulator (ice pick) for a crisp finished appearance.


• Excessive fabric is trimmed off around the finished wood portions of the frame with a box cutter (razor blade).


• Occasional lifting is required to sit frames off of the assembly conveyor due to repairs.

Job Requirements:

• High School diploma or equivalent


• Minimum two to five years experience.


• Ability to read and follow directions (verbal and written).


• Basic math skills: counting adding, subtracting


• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds individually and up to 100 pounds with assistance


• Must have hand to eye coordination


• Must be organized and able to multi-task


• Must be able to complete job duties in timely manner


• Ability to pay close attention to details


• Excellent attendance record


• Flexible to changing work stations as business dictates


• Work and make decisions with minimum supervision


• Overtime as required, including Saturday