SPRING UP - 8 WAY HAND TIE

Vanguard Furniture Co Inc; Conover (NC); On-site; USD 31,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Vanguard Furniture Co Inc is seeking an assembler for the Spring Up - 8 Way Hand Tie role in Conover, NC. The candidate will assemble and fasten coil springs in wood frames, following Vanguard Quality standards and safety procedures.

Responsibilities include preparing materials, applying edge wire and rope, and verifying pieces against standards. Perfect for candidates with experience in eight-way hand tie and good manual dexterity, with a focus on accuracy and efficiency.

Qualifications

• English required for reading tickets and instructions.
• Must be knowledgeable in eight-way hand tie method.

Responsibilities

• Assembles and fastens coil springs in wood frames.
• Gather supplies and keep them ready at the workstation.
• Consult standards to ensure quality and accuracy.
• Apply nails, strings, and springs per Vanguard Quality standards.
• Set frames off bucks and lift safely.
• Push frames to loading area for transport.
• Scan completed pieces in the system.
• Maintain safe work environment and report hazards.

Skills

Eight-way hand tie method

Reading tickets/instructions

Tools

Staple gun

Scissors

Scissor lift

Job description

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SPRING UP - 8 WAY HAND TIE

Conover, NC, US

Position Summary: Assembles and fastens coil springs in wood frame.

Position Responsibilities:

• Gather all supplies including springs, staples, nails, no-sags, FLW, no-sag clips and vertex clips and have them ready at work station as needed.
• Get frames from webbing back to work station as they come through process.
• Consult standards/notes for each piece to ensure quality and accurateness.
• Apply nails, strings, and springs in each piece in accordance to Vanguard Quality standards.
• Apply edge wire, cover, and FLW over the frame and apply edge rope.
• Set frame off bucks utilizing proper lifting techniques and asking for assistance if the frame is too large, heavy or cumbersome to handle alone.
• Push frame to loading area for inter-company truck.
• Scan the piece completed in the system once finished with the piece.
• Perform all duties safely and report any safety hazards to your immediate supervisor.
• Complete other assigned duties as directed by supervisor.
• Place springs in frame and tie down using eight-way hand tie method.
• Put cardboard on frames where needed.
• Mantains neat and orderly work station.
• Wear required safety glasses and work shoes; works safely and reports unsafe conditions to Dept. Supervisor.
• Performs other duties as required by supervisor.

Essential Skills and Experience:

• English required for reading tickets and instructions.
• Must be knowledgeable in eight-way hand tie method.

Valued but not Required Skills and Experience:

• Previous knowledge of eight-way hand tie method.

Physical demands and work environment:

• Lift / Carry: Frequently lifting 35 – 50 lbs. onto and off work station; occasionally lifting in excess of 50 lbs.; team lift greater weights.
• Standing / Walking: Must be able to stand and walk consistently during the 8+ hour day.
• Reach / Handle / Grasp: Repetitive use of hands required. Must be able to use staple gun and scissors entire shift.
• Bend / Lift / Stoop: Gathering supplies throughout day from various heights.
• Push / Pull: Must be able to push frames into designated work zones; or pull with grip tool.
• Environment: Indoors, controlled airflow, depending on building may or may not be air conditioned.
• Automation: Provided scissor lift for positioning.
• Near Acuity: Requires close vision of less than 3 feet, with or without corrective lenses, for precision.