Recliner Assembler

Arhaus; Kinston (NC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Arhaus is seeking a hands-on Upholstery Associate in our Misc. Inside Upholstery department, based in the United States. The role involves upholstering recliner seats, assembling mechanisms, and completing recliner assembly as needed.

Candidates should be able to lift up to 75 lbs, stand for long periods, and work overtime as required. The position emphasizes safety, reliability, and a strong work ethic in a manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Must be willing to learn and perform upholstery.
• Must have strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Must be a team player with a positive attitude.
• Strict attention to detail is required.
• Must be reliable and able to work with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Build seats for recliners by upholstering in fabric or leather.
• Assemble mechanisms and install into frames.
• Assemble recliners as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned by manager.

Skills

Willingness to learn upholstery

Strong communication skills

Team player

Attention to detail

Reliability

Education

High School

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

POSITION DETAILS

WEEKLY HOURS
Monday – Friday 6a – 3:30p
Overtime as needed

DEPARTMENT
Misc. Inside Upholstery

REPORTS TO
Inside Upholstery Supervisor

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Build seats for recliners by upholstering them in fabric or leather.
• Put mechanisms together and install into frame.
• Assemble recliners as needed.
• Other duties as assigned by manager.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Heated and cooled furniture manufacturing plant with concrete floors.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

Minimum

SUPERVISION EXERCISED

None

DIRECT REPORTS

None

QUALIFICATIONS

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

Manufacturing Experience.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

Experience in furniture manufacturing,

MINIMUM EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

High School

PREFERRED EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

High School Diploma or Equivalent

REQUIRED SKILLS

PHYSICAL & ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must be willing to learn and perform upholstery.
• Must be able to lift/push/pull up to 75lbs.
• Must be able to use hands to pull fabric/leather onto the frame.
• Must be able to push/pull frame to work area and place on the lift.
• Must be able to use hand tools.
• Must be able to assemble small pieces.
• Must have good vision.
• Must be able to read a work ticket written in English.
• Must be able to use a staple gun, staple puller, scissors, and pneumatic regulators.
• Must be able to perform own repair work.
• Must be able to work safely, neatly, and quickly to meet production requirements.
• Strong communication skills and interpersonal relationship skills.
• Strict attention to detail is a must.
• Must be a Team Player with a positive attitude.
• Must be able to work with minimum supervision.
• Must have your own reliable transportation.
• Must be able to stand and walk for a minimum of 8 hours a day.
• Must be able to work Weekends and Overtime.
• Must be reliable.
• Must be able to wear required safety PPE such as Safety Glasses and closed-toe/closed-heel shoes.
• Must be able to adhere to all Safety policies and procedures to prevent injuries to yourself and others.

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. All employment decisions at Arhaus are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion or belief, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Arhaus will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. Arhaus encourages applicants of all ages.

Core Behaviors

• Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well
• Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity
• Team Player: Works well as a member of a group

Required Experience

• 1 year: Hand Tools

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