Upholstery Associate

RH; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

RH is seeking an Upholstery Associate at our Dmitriy & Co manufacturing location in Los Angeles, CA. You will contribute to crafting high-quality upholstery pieces and uphold RH’s standards of craftsmanship.

In this role, you will apply upholstery techniques, use hand tools and power tools, and collaborate with a skilled team to meet production schedules while ensuring safety and attention to detail across all projects.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of upholstery experience in a production, workshop, or design environment.
• Proficiency in upholstery techniques, including cutting, sewing, webbing, padding, and finishing.
• Strong time management and communication skills, with a collaborative and service-oriented approach.
• Proven ability to balance multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment with limited supervision.
• Commitment to quality, safety, and meticulous attention to detail.
• Consistent attendance and punctuality.

Responsibilities

• Accurately review and follow purchase orders, providing timely progress updates to ensuring workflow efficiency
• Apply upholstery techniques and production standards with precision, ensuring each piece reflects our commitment to exceptional quality
• Expertly utilize hand tools and equipment, including staple guns, webbing stretchers, hammers, scissors, and select power tools, to assemble and finish upholstery pieces with precision
• Safely handle wood frames and materials, utilizing assistance when appropriate to maintain both safety and craftsmanship integrity
• Contribute to hand-sewing, specialty projects, and other tasks as needed, supporting innovation and excellence within the upholstery team

Skills

Upholstery techniques

Hand tool operation

Quality focus

Time management

Team collaboration

Tools

Staple guns

Webbing stretchers

Hammers

Scissors

Power tools

Job description

RH is seeking an Upholstery Associate to join our Dmitriy & Co manufacturing location in Los Angeles, CA. This role requires exceptional technical expertise and a true passion for craftsmanship. The Upholstery Associate will play a key part in bringing to life upholstery pieces that embody RH’s uncompromising standards of quality and design. As a valued member of our team, you will refine your skills, collaborate with visionary partners, and contribute to our enduring legacy of artistry and excellence.

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

• - Accurately review and follow purchase orders, providing timely progress updates to ensuring workflow efficiency
• - Apply upholstery techniques and production standards with precision, ensuring each piece reflects our commitment to exceptional quality
• - Expertly utilize hand tools and equipment, including staple guns, webbing stretchers, hammers, scissors, and select power tools, to assemble and finish upholstery pieces with precision
• - Safely handle wood frames and materials, utilizing assistance when appropriate to maintain both safety and craftsmanship integrity
• - Contribute to hand-sewing, specialty projects, and other tasks as needed, supporting innovation and excellence within the upholstery team

OUR REQUIREMENTS

• - 3+ years of upholstery experience in a production, workshop, or design environment
• - Proficiency in upholstery techniques, including cutting, sewing, webbing, padding, and finishing
• - Strong time management and communication skills, with a collaborative and service-oriented approach
• - Proven ability to balance multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment with limited supervision
• - Commitment to quality, safety, and meticulous attention to detail
• - Consistent attendance and punctuality

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• - Frequently lift and mobilize furniture and accessories in excess of 75 pounds while utilizing appropriate equipment and adhering to safety guidelines
• - Stand, sit, and walk for prolonged periods
• - Bend, twist, stretch, reach, stoop, climb, squat, kneel, push and pull frequently
• - Maneuver effectively around the workroom floor, and loading docks
• - Grasp, move, and assemble materials and products with hands
• - Distinguish and evaluate differences in color, shade, and brightness