Product Development Upholsterer

Arhaus; Conover (NC); On-site; USD 22,041 - 30,307; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive starting wages

Standard medical, dental, vision benefits

401(k), HSA, flex spending plans

Career pathway opportunities

On-site medical clinic

Employee discounts

Credit union and YMCA access

Job summary

Arhaus is seeking a PD Upholsterer in Conover, NC, to upholster both inside and outside of new furniture pieces while ensuring accurate patterning for production. The role requires at least 3 years of experience with SolidWorks, strong attention to detail, and the ability to lift weights up to 75 lbs.

Work hours are Monday to Thursday from 6:00 am to 3:30 pm and Friday from 6:00 am to 10:00 am, with overtime as needed. Competitive wages and standard benefits such as medical, dental, and paid time off are included.

Qualifications

• 3+ years' experience in digitizing furniture and running SolidWorks.
• Ability to push/pull and lift up to 75 lb.
• Must be able to walk and stand for at least 8 hours.

Responsibilities

• Upholster inside and outside new furniture pieces.
• Ensure correct patterning for production.
• Assist in training for production.

Skills

Reading/Writing English

Blueprint/Specification reading

SolidWorks

Upholstery

Fine manipulation (scissors, staple guns)

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Team player

Reliability

Job description

Job Title: PD Upholsterer
Department: Product Development
Reports To: PD Manager
Salary: Non-Exempt, Hourly Pay Rate
Location: Conover, NC
Hours: Monday – Thursday 6:00 am – 3:30 pm; Friday 6:00 am – 10:00 am; overtime as required.

Responsibilities

• Upholster inside and outside new furniture pieces for Product Development.
• Ensure the piece is correctly patterned for production.
• Assist in training on new pieces for production.
• Digitize new product pieces in segments or entirety using SolidWorks.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Must be able to read/write English.
• Must be able to read blueprints/specifications of a pattern piece of furniture.
• Must be able to run SolidWorks to digitize a pattern piece and have a minimum of 3 years’ experience in digitizing furniture.
• Must be able to completely upholster inside and outside pieces of furniture with exceptional quality.
• Must be able to use hands/fingers for fine manipulation (e.g., scissors, pullers, staple guns).
• Must meet deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.
• Must be able to consistently push/pull and lift up to 75 lb.
• Strong communication skills to convey information in both written and oral form.
• Strict attention to detail.
• Team player with a positive attitude.
• Must be able to work with minimum supervision.
• Reliable transportation required.
• Must walk and stand for a minimum of 8 hours per day.
• Work weekends and overtime as needed.
• Must wear required PPE such as safety glasses and closed‑toe/closed‑heel shoes.
• Adhere to all safety policies and procedures to prevent injuries to yourself and others.
• Specific vision abilities required: close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Environment

• Climate‑controlled furniture manufacturing plant with concrete floors.

Benefits

• Competitive starting wages
• Standard benefits: medical, dental, vision, 401(k), HSA, flex spending plans, life, disability, accidental, hospital, critical illness, hospital care, fraud protection, and more
• Paid time off & holidays (pro‑rated based on hire date) and paid holidays
• Career pathway and opportunities for advancement
• On‑site medical clinic
• Employee discounts
• Members credit union and YMCA

Arhaus is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. Arhaus is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment.