Upholsterer

Geiger International, Inc.; Hildebran (NC); On-site; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

MillerKnoll is seeking a dedicated assembler/upholsterer to support furniture production on the shop floor. You will follow standardized work, inspect components, and help maintain quality and efficiency in a lean manufacturing setting.

The role emphasizes safe practices, flexible scheduling, and collaboration across departments to meet customer demand and delivery timelines.

Qualifications

• Basic math skills (addition/subtraction).
• Ability to read, understand and follow written instructions and work documents.
• Ability to work cooperatively with team members and other departments.
• Willingness to adapt to a changing environment.
• Reliable attendance and commitment to team success.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and upholster furniture products according to standard work.
• Inspect parts during upholstery for quality compliance.
• Follow safety guidelines and maintain a clean, safe workspace.
• Support lean manufacturing and continuous improvement efforts.
• Complete required paperwork accurately for traceability.
• Commit to overtime as required by business needs.

Skills

Basic math

Read and interpret instructions

Teamwork

Adaptability

Reliability/attendance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Why join us?

If you're looking for a fulfilling manufacturing career, you've come to the right place. At Geiger, we're searching for dedicated manufacturing talent to support our business growth. We offer a competitive hourly wage, generous benefits that start on your first day, and endless possibilities for career growth. Our purpose is design for the good of humankind. It’s the ideal we strive toward each day in everything we do. Being a part of Geiger means being a part of something larger than your work team, or even your brand. We are redefining modern for the 21st century. And our success allows Geiger to support causes that align with our values, so we can build a more sustainable, equitable, and beautiful future for everyone.

GENERAL PURPOSE

Assemble and upholsters basic products and/or related parts in a manufacturing setting at a standard rate of work based upon customer demand and lean manufacturing principles to satisfy the customer and to provide high-quality products delivered in a timely manner. Problem solves with the assistance of other team members and seeks continuous improvement activities. Performs and completes all activities with a high regard for the safety of others and oneself. May learn additional functions by cross-training in other departments as needed.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Assemble and upholsters furniture products according to standardized work.
• Inspect parts during the upholstery process to assure compliance to established quality criteria.
• Knows and practices corporate, plant, and department safety guidelines.
• Maintains a clean, safe working environment according to 5s and department safety guidelines.
• Maintains flexibility to meet team, department, and plant goals.
• Participates in improvement activities within current department or other departments as appropriate.
• Provides feedback when applicable, to other departments and management on improvements to the process.
• Understands and practices quality requirements according to specified quality criteria.
• Completes required paperwork correctly to ensure record accuracy.
• Commits to meeting overtime requirements.
• Performs additional responsibilities as requested to achieve business objectives.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education/Experience

One of the following is required: (1) High school diploma or its equivalent (GED for example), (2) work experience which demonstrates performance competency.

Skills and Abilities

• Competent in basic math skills, such as adding and subtracting.
• Ability to read, understand, communicate, and interpret written and verbal instructions, work documentation, policies and practices, etc.
• Ability to work cooperatively within the team as well as with members of other teams to meet goals.
• Demonstrated willingness to adapt to a continually changing environment.
• Demonstrated commitment to team success through reliable attendance.
• Flexibility to work assignments and possible hours as business needs require.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Ability to bend, twist, and stand for periods of up to 10 or 12 hours. Ability to lift up to 40 pounds.

Who We Hire?

Simply put, we hire qualified applicants representing a wide range of backgrounds and abilities. MillerKnoll is comprised of people of all abilities, gender identities and expressions, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, veterans from every branch of military service, and more. Here, you can bring your whole self to work. We’re committed to equal opportunity employment, including veterans and people with disabilities. This organization participates in E-Verify Employment Eligibility Verification. In general, MillerKnoll positions are closed within 45 days and are open for applications for a minimum of 5 days.

Equal‑Opportunity Statements

MillerKnoll complies with applicable disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact MillerKnoll Talent Acquisition at [e-mail].