Upholsterer (Weekday)

Williams-Sonoma, Inc.; Booneville (MS); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous employee discount

401(k) plan

Paid vacations

Health, dental and vision insurance

Volunteer time off

Job summary

Williams-Sonoma, Inc. is offering an Upholsterer position in Booneville, MS at the Sutter Street Manufacturing facility.

The role focuses on upholstering frames with fabric and components per SOP, using staple guns, scissors, and other tools, ensuring quality and productivity. The ideal candidate has at least 1 year of upholstery experience in upper-end furniture production, reads production tickets, and communicates effectively in English.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of upholstery experience in upper-end furniture manufacturing.
• Attention to detail and ability to read production tickets.
• Ability to interpret instructions from production manual and multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Good written and oral English communication skills.
• Demonstrate time management and ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Obtain pre-assembled frames and attach fabric, fiber, and components using upholstery techniques.
• Upholster components to assembled frames per SOP using staple gun, scissors, and hammer.
• Meet productivity standards: minimum 6 pieces/hour, goal 8 pieces/hour.

Skills

Upholstery experience

Attention to detail

Reading production tickets

English communication

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

About Williams-Sonoma DC - Booneville, MS

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 operator will upholster fabric, fiber, and all necessary components to upholster furniture per the specifications and Standard Operating Procedures for use on the upholstery lines, at a pace sufficient to achieve stated productivity requirements.

Upholsterer Position – Booneville, MS

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

• Practice safe work practices and demonstrate safe work habits to the workforce and adhere to the Personal Protective Equipment standards of the company throughout the facility.
• Adhere to the policies of Williams‑Sonoma while performing any duties as assigned with a positive attitude and willing spirit to assist others in the department, facility, and the organization. Always acting with professional courtesy and the highest integrity.
• Obtain pre‑assembled frames and attach fabric, fiber, and any other specified component parts by using upholstery techniques to perform the assigned position on the upholstery line.
• Upholster all necessary component parts to assembled frames assuring they are correct per the quality standards of Sutter Street Manufacturing using a staple gun, scissors, and a hammer (other tools may be needed) per Sutter Street’s upholstery Standard Operating Procedures.
• Upholster pieces of furniture that meets the expected quality requirements of Sutter Street Manufacturing at a sufficient pace to meet or exceed the stated productivity requirements of a minimum of 6 pieces per hour with a goal of 8 pieces per hour.

Required Qualifications

• At least 1 year of upholstery experience in production of upper‑end upholstered furniture manufacturing environment.
• Pay attention to detail, can work with their hands, and have experience in reading and understanding production tickets.
• Ability to interpret simple instructions commonly placed in a production manual and the ability to perform multiple tasks in a fast‑paced environment to assure delivery requirements.
• Must have good communication skills both oral and written as well as the ability to read, write, and understand English.
• Demonstrate the ability to keep accurate records and follow documented procedures and standards.
• Excellent time‑management skills including ability to work independently with little supervision.
• Must be able to meet the minimum stated job qualifications.

Preferred Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• At least 3 years’ experience in an upper‑end upholstery manufacturing environment.
• Ability to speak English and understand Spanish.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to frequently lift frames weighing 50‑60lbs.
• Ability to sit or stand for 10‑hour periods and bend and twist at waist and knees as required to upholster furniture.
• Ability to bend and twist as required to upholster furniture.

Benefits

• 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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