Upholsterer & Custom Furniture Specialist

Found Fab Lab, LLC; Fullerton (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and holidays

401(k) retirement plan

Company holidays

Job summary

Found Rental Co. is seeking an Upholsterer for the Fab Lab to create, repair, restore and maintain premium upholstered furniture and décor for rental inventory and custom projects.

This hands-on role combines craftsmanship with collaboration across designers and fabrication teams, demanding attention to detail and quality execution. The successful candidate will work on a variety of pieces—from lounge seating and bars to bespoke items—ensuring durability, finish, and design fidelity in a

Qualifications

• Proven upholstery experience in custom, residential, commercial, hospitality, or furniture environments
• Strong understanding of upholstery techniques, materials, and construction methods
• Ability to read design plans, sketches, and technical drawings
• Experience operating upholstery tools and equipment safely
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality craftsmanship
• Excellent time management and organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously
• Comfortable working in a fabrication shop or warehouse environment

Responsibilities

• Upholster new and custom-built furniture, including chairs, benches, banquettes, bars, headboards, lounge seating, and specialty pieces
• Measure, cut, fit, and install fabric, foam, batting, webbing, and other upholstery materials
• Create patterns, templates, and measurements for custom projects and repeat builds
• Apply appropriate upholstery techniques to achieve professional finishes, proper fit, and long-lasting durability
• Work from design plans, sketches, specifications, and physical furniture samples
• Inspect completed pieces to ensure they meet Found's standards for appearance, comfort, quality, and craftsmanship
• Repair, restore, and reupholster existing furniture within Found's rental inventory
• Evaluate furniture conditions and determine appropriate upholstery repair or restoration methods
• Replace worn, damaged, or deteriorated fabric, foam, padding, webbing, and related components
• Collaborate with fabrication team members on antique, specialty, and custom furniture restoration projects
• Identify opportunities to extend the life, durability, and usability of inventory through effective repairs
• Maintain the original design, structural integrity, and appearance of furniture when performing restoration work

Skills

Upholstery

Fabrication

Attention to detail

Tools

Sewing machines

Industrial staplers

Foam cutters

Cutting tools

Job description

Found Rental Co. is seeking an Upholsterer for the Fab Lab to create, repair, restore and maintain premium upholstered furniture and décor for rental inventory and custom projects.

This hands-on role combines craftsmanship with collaboration across designers and fabrication teams, demanding attention to detail and quality execution. The successful candidate will work on a variety of pieces—from lounge seating and bars to bespoke items—ensuring durability, finish, and design fidelity in a