MC - Upholster

MasterCraft Boat Company; Vonore (TN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

MasterCraft Boat Company in Vonore, TN is seeking an upholsterer to follow production schedules and attach fabrics to boat parts. You will trim upholstery, ensure seams are straight and wrinkle-free, and inspect materials for flaws while maintaining a clean, safe workstation.

The role requires good tool handling and adherence to safety policies. One year of experience preferred; ability to read a production schedule and operate hand/power tools is essential.

Qualifications

• One year previous experience preferred.
• Must be able to read and understand production schedule.
• Must be able to use a variety of hand and power tools, including screw gun, drill, staple gun, etc.

Responsibilities

• Follows production schedule and upholsters parts for boats.
• Attaches materials to boat parts and trims upholstery.
• Insures that seams and stripes are straight and wrinkle-free.
• Inspects materials for flaws and defects; maintains clean, safe workstation.
• Keeps records of work performed and defects repaired.

Skills

Reading production schedule

Tool handling

Fabric fitting

Quality inspection

Tools

Air ratchet

Screw gun

Drill

Measuring tape

Scissors

Staple gun

Staple puller

Hand tools

Glue

Foam

Job description

Follows production schedule and upholsters parts for the boats. Attaches materials to boat parts. Insures that seams and stripes are straight and wrinkle free. Inspects materials for flaws, discoloration or other defects.

Upholsters parts for boats. Attaches materials to pre-fabricated boat parts. Trims upholstered parts. Insures that seams and stripes are straight and wrinkle free. Inspects materials for flaws, discoloration and other defects. Keeps records on work performed and defects and repairs as required. Handles materials to and from work station. May assist in cutting and foaming activities. In the upholstering process, the following tools and equipment are utilized: air ratchet; screw gun; drill; measuring tape; scissors; staple gun; staple puller; hand tools; glue; and foam. Responsible for clean and orderly work station and for observing safety procedures and precautions.

Reports to work on time for designated shift. Required to adhere to company safety policies and procedures. Required to comprehend fitting fabric to predetermined shape and size. Required to handle, finger and shoot air staple and screw gun in safe/productive manner. Required to pull fabric tight and staple with consistent grip pressure. Required to handle and safely use knife, scissors, steamer and staple puller.

Duties (Non-Essential):

Performs other duties as assigned.

Education & Work Experience

One year previous experience preferred. Must be able to read and understand production schedule. Must be able to use a variety of hand and power tools, including screw gun, drill, staple gun, etc.

Environmental and Working Conditions:

Must wear personal protective equipment, including safety glasses. Plant environment varies with outside temperature and noise levels vary in different production areas. Somelifting (up to 50 lbs.), with or without accommodation, is required. Normal duties require standing, kneeling, crouching and reaching. Talking, hearing and normal vision are required.

Language skills - Able to understand spoken instructions with regard to job training and safety concerns and the ability to speak conversational English.

Reasoning skills - Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed finishing of all products. Ability to deal with changes related to equipment use and productivity.