Upholstery Associate – Fast-Paced Mfg + Benefits

Gasser Chair Company, Inc.; Youngstown, Northern (OH, KY); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Gasser Chair Company, Inc. is seeking an Upholstery Associate to support production of high-quality custom seating. You will handle hands-on upholstery work, fitting, stretching, stapling, and assembling fabric, vinyl, and foam to chair frames, reporting to the Upholstery Supervisor.

Ideal candidates have pay attention to detail and thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing setting. The role emphasizes meeting design specs, quality standards, and production timelines while using staple guns,

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in a manufacturing or production environment is preferred.
• Upholstery experience is a plus.
• Comfortable using hand tools such as staple guns, scissors, and mallets.
• Strong manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination.
• Ability to follow instructions and standardized work processes.

Responsibilities

• Upholstery Assembly: Apply fabric, vinyl, and other upholstery materials to chair frames using hand and pneumatic tools.
• Fit and Finish: Align, stretch, and secure materials to ensure a clean, tight finish that meets customer specifications and quality standards.
• Inspection: Examine frames and materials for defects prior to and during upholstery; identify and address issues as needed.
• Advanced Upholstery Tasks: Perform specialized work such as top stitching, double needle applications, and try-ons.
• Process Adherence: Follow established work instructions and production processes to maintain consistency and quality.
• Production Efficiency: Complete daily tasks in alignment with production schedules and efficiency targets.
• Equipment Use: Safely operate upholstery tools and equipment, including staple guns, mallets, and scissors.
• Collaboration: Work closely with the Upholstery Supervisor and team members to resolve issues and improve workflow.
• Material Handling: Organize and manage materials at the workstation to ensure availability and minimize waste.
• Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities to improve processes, reduce waste, and enhance overall product quality.

Skills

Manual dexterity

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Communication skills

Follow instructions

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Staple guns

Scissors

Mallets

Job description

Gasser Chair Company, Inc. is seeking an Upholstery Associate to support production of high-quality custom seating. You will handle hands-on upholstery work, fitting, stretching, stapling, and assembling fabric, vinyl, and foam to chair frames, reporting to the Upholstery Supervisor.

Ideal candidates have pay attention to detail and thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing setting. The role emphasizes meeting design specs, quality standards, and production timelines while using staple guns,