Lectra Operator/Fabric Coder

Kravet LLC; Thomasville (NC); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Kravet LLC is seeking an Upholstery Cutter to cut fabric according to patterns and patterns while maintaining high quality. The role requires reading production tickets, precise pattern placement, and efficient fabric usage, with an emphasis on attention to detail.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent and prior upholstery or furniture manufacturing experience. This position involves standing for long periods and lifting up to 50 lbs as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Previous upholstery or furniture manufacturing experience preferred.
• Must read production tickets and follow instructions.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Read production tickets and follow special instructions.
• Cut fabric from roll according to specifications.
• Lay out pattern pieces correctly so all points match.
• Use fabric efficiently to minimize waste.
• Maintain high quality and accuracy; work at a productive pace with no errors.
• Understand fabric layout terms (COM, Center cut, flow match, plain cover).
• Stand, walk, and bend for extended periods.
• Lift 0–25 lbs continuously, 25–50 lbs occasionally.

Skills

Pattern reading

Attention to detail

Manual dexterity

Time management

Team player

Stamina for long shifts

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Experience in upholstery or furniture manufacturing

Tools

Scissors

Electric cutting knife

Chalk

Ruler

Hand-held knife

Job description

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