Slip Cover - Sewing

Williams-Sonoma, Inc.; Claremont (NC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous product discounts

401(k) plan

Paid vacations

Health benefits

Dental and vision insurance

Pet Insurance

Job summary

Williams-Sonoma, Inc. is seeking an experienced Slipcover Sewer at our Claremont, NC distribution center. The role focuses on assembling and sewing high-end upholstery slipcovers, prioritizing quality and accuracy in following sewing instructions and production tickets.

Ideal candidates have at least five years of upholstery sewing experience, can read production tickets, and are able to interpret sewing manuals. Physical stamina is required to lift and maneuver bundles as part of daily duties.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of experience in production of upper-end upholstery fabric sewing in an upholstered furniture manufacturing environment.
• Must have the ability to sew slipcovers.
• Experience reading and understanding production tickets.
• Ability to interpret simple sewing instructions commonly placed in a sewing manual.

Responsibilities

• Assemble fabric pieces to complete each slipcover.
• Produce top-notch quality sewing output.
• Read and follow sewing instructions precisely.
• Retrieve work from the Eton system as needed and sew the next kit.
• After sewing, place bundles on the correct hanger on Eton.

Skills

Sewing slipcovers

Reading production tickets

Reading sewing instructions

Physical stamina

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Eton system

Sewing manual

Job description

About Williams-Sonoma DC - Claremont, NC

Since it was founded in 1956, Williams - Sonoma has grown from Chuck Williams’ single store in Sonoma, CA into one of the largest retailers in the country, with some best known and most beloved brands in home furnishings, including Williams - Sonoma, Pottery Barn and West Elm.

Our Distribution Centers serve as vital connections between factories and our retail, online and mail-order customers around the world. The Supply Chain environment is dynamic and fast-paced, and the network is expanding rapidly. If you have a background in distribution, manufacturing, engineering, transportation, finance, human resources, or home delivery – and are looking for a job with a strong opportunity for gaining new skills and for advancement – our Supply Chain Organization could be just the place for you.

Williams-Sonoma, Inc Supply Chain Overview

By managing resources responsibly, caring for our people, and uniting around our values, we lead our industry and are proud to be recognized for our continuous action and progress in the following areas: Barron's 100 Most Sustainable Companies; Forbes Best Employers for Women and Diversity; Newsweek America's Most Responsible Companies; and USA Today Customer Service Champions. These honors reflect that we are truly a people-first organization.

• Over 4,000 Full-Time Associates across the Supply Chain
• 14.5M square feet of small parcel, personalization, furniture, and manufacturing space in the domestic US, Williams-Sonoma has developed an agile and capable distribution network consisting of the following:
• Large package / furniture distribution centers located in Southern California, Northern California, Texas, Georgia, and New Jersey totaling 9.2M square feet plus another 1.2M square feet of standalone final-mile furniture hubs.
• Small package eCommerce distribution centers located in Mississippi and Arizona totaling 3.2M square feet, consisting of over 1,000 full-time associates and 1,500 seasonal/temporary associates in Mississippi
• Sutter Street Manufacturing upholstery factories located in North Carolina and Mississippi totaling with over 1,400 full-time employees producing approximately $900 million to $1 billion in sales of upholstered furniture
• Transportation Department for Ocean, Air, Trucking, and Rail consisting of over 30 transportation professionals located in Memphis, TN
• 700 associates in our Sourcing offices in 10 countries in Asia and Europe including China, Vietnam, Singapore, India, Italy, and Turkey

The Slip Cover Sewing position is located in Claremont, NC.

You’ll be excited about this opportunity because you will....

• Putting all fabric pieces together and parts to complete the entire slipcover.
• Be able to produce top notch quality.
• Be able to read and understand sewing instructions.
• As work is needed, the sewer grabs work from the Eton system.
• The sewer will sew the next flat sew kit.
• After sewing, place the bundle in its proper place on Eton hanger.
  Note:This job description reflects essential functions, it does not prescribe or restrict the number or types of tasks that may be assigned or reassigned during the conduct of business.

Check out some of the required qualifications we are looking for in amazing candidates...

• At least 5 years of experience in production of upper-end upholstery fabric sewing in an upholstered furniture manufacturing environment.
• Must have the ability to sew slipcovers.
• Experience reading and understanding production tickets.
• Ability to interpret simple sewing instructions commonly placed in a sewing manual.

We prefer some of these qualities as well...

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Good communication skills-oral and written.
• Ability to keep accurate records.
• Ability to follow documented procedures and standards.

Review these physical requirements, as they play a major part in this role...

• Ability to frequently lift bundles of approximately 50-60 lbs.

Our company benefits are second to none in the industry...

• Generous discount on all Williams-Sonoma, Inc. brand products
• 401(k) plan and other investment opportunities
• Paid vacations, Employee Assistance Programs, Time Off to Volunteer, Matching Gifts Community Service Program, and Holidays (in some locations)
• Health benefits, dental and vision insurance, including same-sex domestic partner benefits, Legal and Identity Protection Plans and Pet Insurance
• For more information on our benefits offerings, please visit MyWSIBenefits.com
• To learn more about our Supply Chain culture and regional associate events, please visit https://shorturl.at/R3OAX Login credentials may be required

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