Sewer/Upholsterer - 2nd Shift - Panels - Holland, MI

Haworth, Inc; Holland (MI); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a family-owned leader in office furniture as a Sewer/Upholsterer! This role offers a chance to work in a diverse and inclusive environment, where your skills will contribute to creating high-quality upholstered products. With a commitment to stability and growth, you'll enjoy competitive wages and opportunities for development. As part of a dedicated team, you'll operate sewing machines, ensure quality standards, and play a vital role in our manufacturing process. If you're passionate about craftsmanship and looking for a fulfilling career, this position is perfect for you!

Benefits

Competitive Wages

Growth Opportunities

Inclusive Work Environment

Stability in Employment

Qualifications

• 2 years manufacturing experience with upholstery skills required.
• Ability to operate various sewing machines and tools effectively.

Responsibilities

• Upholsters seats and backs using various fabrics and materials.
• Inspects upholstered parts for quality and adherence to specifications.

Skills

Upholstery Skills

Sewing Machine Operation

Attention to Detail

Material Handling

Basic Hand Tools Usage

Education

8th Grade Education

Tools

Sewing Machines

Heat Knives

Electric Tools

Job description

Sewer/Upholsterer - 2nd Shift - Panels - Holland, MI

Company Overview

We Look Forward to Meeting You!

We know finding the right job that fits your life is important. If you're looking for a manufacturing role in a company that offers a diverse and inclusive work environment, stability, competitive wages, and growth opportunities, then Haworth is the place for you! Regardless of your skill level or background, we believe everyone can contribute to our company's success. We value our members and invest in their development and well-being to help them succeed.

In business for more than 70 years, Haworth is a family-owned, global leader in office furniture and architectural interiors.

Job Overview

We are currently looking for a Sewer/Upholsterer to join our team in Holland.

Schedule is from 2:00pm-10:00pm, Monday-Friday. OT is from 2:00pm-12:00am, Monday-Friday and potential Saturdays from 2:00pm-10:00pm

Performs complex set ups, operates and adjusts various sewing machines. Practices machine preventive maintenance and performs general utility work to meet work schedule.

Upholsters seats, backs, arms, and outers for seating, ottomans and other cushioned products, utilizing Haworth and specially ordered customer fabric, leather, and vinyl. Manually positions fabrics to appropriate parts, forms edges, and attaches fabric with staples or glue gun as prescribed. Inspects fabric and parts per quality specifications.

Major Responsibilities

• Uses appropriate sewing machine(s) to create assembled materials used to upholster products
• Upholsterers various styles of products, utilizing proper molds, presses, and tools such as heat knives, steamer and hole burner to meet production requirements.
• References material labels and verifies against production tickets, ensuring pieces are upholstered per order specifications.
• Inspects all upholstered parts for fabric flaws, weave alignment, seam position, proper alignment of glued subassembly, and correct contours and fabric shade, ensuring Haworth quality specifications are met.
• Monitors the material flow and updates the electronic production system accordingly.
• Verifies accuracy of orders and Bills of Material (BOMs); reports discrepancies to appropriate parties.
• Assembles final product with the use of drills and hand tools.

Do you meet these qualifications?

EDUCATION

• 8th grade

WORK REQUIREMENTS and EXPERIENCE

• Two years manufacturing experience, including six months upholstery experience required.
• Six to eight weeks nonproductive training, with approximately six to twelve months total on-the-job training required.
• Ability to obtain and maintain powered industrial truck certification.

ENVIRONMENTAL and PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Large machinery and equipment used in work areas. Possibility of cuts, scrapes or bruises.
• Moderate exposure to dust, noise, solvent, heat, paint, and lubricants.
• Constant mental and visual alertness required to avoid potential serious injury to self and others in all work groups.
• Eye protection required; hearing protection may be required.
• Moves and may lift materials and/or products weighing up to 50 pounds, occasionally more (assistance given with heavier objects).
• Standing required for extended periods.
• Work requires regular repetitive arm and hand movement.

Applicants must possess an unrestricted right to work in the US to be eligible for the position.

Ideally, you have also demonstrated the following:

• Ability to utilize appropriate electronic production system to complete job duties.
• Ability to utilize precision measuring instruments.
• Ability to sew fabrics, vinyl, and leather for upholstered furniture.
• Ability to continuously pull, push, and tug material, equivalent to 10- to 24-pounds lift, and fasten into place.
• Ability to use basic hand, air, cordless, and/or electric tools.
• Requires fine motor skills.
• Excellent vision and color perception are essential.

Haworth Values

At Haworth, we have a strong set of values that guide our business and help us align with our customers.

We listen to our Customers. We rely on our Members. We honor Integrity. We embrace Continuous Learning. We lead with Design. We create Value. We work to make the World better.

Join the Haworth family. Apply for this job, or learn more about the many possibilities at Haworth.

EEO, ADA, AA Statement

As an EEO/AA employer, Haworth will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant's race, color, sex, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected genetic information, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, religion, height, weight, other protected group status, or any other basis protected by the laws where we employ people.

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