Lectra Operator/Fabric Coder

Kravet Inc.; Thomasville (NC); Vor Ort; USD 21.000 - 25.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Kravet Inc. is seeking an Upholstery Cutter to manually cut fabric pieces using scissors or cutting knives according to patterns. The role focuses on precision, pattern layout, and efficient fabric usage to minimize waste.

The ideal candidate can read production tickets, operate cutting tools, maintain quality standards, and stand for long shifts while handling lift requirements. High school diploma and upholstery experience preferred.

Qualifikationen

• Reads production tickets and any special instructions.
• Cuts fabric from roll according to specifications.
• Lays out pattern pieces accurately so all points align.
• Uses fabric efficiently to minimize waste.
• Maintains a productive pace with minimal errors.
• Understands upholstery layout concepts (COM, center cut, flow match, plain cover).
• Adjusts patterns for custom pieces as needed.
• Knowledgeable in upholstery methods and quality standards.
• Role requires manual dexterity, attention to detail, and ability to stand for long periods.
• Lifts 0–25 lbs continuously and 25–50 lbs occasionally.

Aufgaben

• Read production tickets and follow instructions.
• Cut fabric using scissors or cutting knife according to patterns.
• Lay out patterns accurately to ensure correct piece alignment.
• Cut fabric from roll with precision to minimize waste.
• Maintain quality by meeting specifications and standards.
• Adjust patterns for custom pieces as needed.
• Operate with upholstery methods knowledge to meet quality specs.

Kenntnisse

Pattern reading

Fabric cutting

Attention to detail

Time management

Multi-tasking

Teamwork

Manual dexterity

Ausbildung

High school diploma or equivalent

Experience with upholstery or furniture manufacturing

Tools

Scissors

Electric cutting knife

Ruler

Chalk

Jobbeschreibung

Position Summary:

An Upholstery Cutter is responsible for manually cutting the pieces of fabric using scissors or a cutting knife (or both). The Cutter cuts the fabric using a pattern.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ability to read production tickets and any special instructions
• Utilize tools such as scissors, electric cutting knife, hand-held knife, chalk, ruler
• Cut fabric from roll according to specifications
• Must lay out pattern pieces properly and cut fabric exactly so that all points match
• Must use fabric efficiently to minimize as little waste as possible
• Ability to work at a productive pace with no errors
• Understanding of fabric layout-COM, Center cut, flow match, plain cover
• Ability to adjust patterns as needed for custom pieces that may differ from standard
• Must be knowledgeable in upholstery methods and be able to complete quality specifications.
• This position requires manual dexterity, fine motor skills, and attention to detail to meet high quality standards.
• Must be able to stand, walk, stoop, and bend for 8 hours or more daily.
• Requires lifting 0-25 lbs continuously, 25-50 lbs occasionally

Experience/Certifications/Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Previous experience with upholstery or furniture manufacturing

Abilities/Key Competencies/Skills:

• Must be able to work thoughtfully and thoroughly with continuous attention to detail
• Ability to stand, walk, stoop and bend for eight hours or more daily
• 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 multi-tasking, or, pivoting between tasks as the need arises

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

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