Upholstery Finishing Technician

Thuma; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Benefits

Equity

Paid Time Off

Holiday pay

Employee Discount

Cell Phone Stipend

Commute Reimbursement

Product credit

Job summary

Thuma is seeking an Upholstery Finishing Technician for its on-site finishing operation. You will fit slipcovers, finish furniture components, photograph completed units, and package them for outbound shipment. This is precise, hands-on work for someone who loves high-quality results.

Reporting to the Upholstery Finishing Supervisor, you will work to SOPs with a completion photo and quality check on every unit. Hours are Monday–Friday, roughly 8am–5pm local time.

Qualifications

• 2+ years in upholstery, furniture finishing, repairs, or strong hands-on craft.

Responsibilities

• Fit and apply tailored slipcovers to sectional frames to an exacting standard.
• Finish and dress furniture components to customer orders and Thuma quality standards.
• Inspect sub components for imperfections and ensure cushions look their best.

Skills

Upholstery finishing

Quality inspection

Attention to detail

Manual dexterity

Photo documentation

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Job description

The Upholstery Finishing Technician is the craft engine of Thuma’s in-house upholstery finishing operation. We fit tailored upholstered slipcovers to furniture frames on demand to complete customer orders. This includes fitting slipcovers to the frame, seating cushions to spec, photographing finished units, and packaging them for outbound shipment. It is precise, physical, hands‑on work for someone who loves producing high‑quality results.

This role will report to the Upholstery Finishing Supervisor and work to a documented SOP, with a completion photo and quality check on every unit. This is an on‑site role, Monday through Friday, roughly 8am to 5pm local time.

You Will

• Fit and apply tailored upholstered slipcovers to sectional frames to an exacting standard.
• Finish and dress furniture components according to the customer orders and Thuma quality standards.
• Inspect all sub components and screen for imperfections. Seat cushions and finish each unit so it looks its best (cushion seating is the top quality risk).
• Take clean, on‑brand completion photos of every finished unit.
• Package finished units for outbound and stage them for pickup.
• Follow SOPs and flag any subcomponent that does not meet the highest standard.
• Keep the finishing area clean, organized, and photo‑ready.
• Move units safely using tables, carts, and conveyors.
• Take responsibility over the quality of your work and personally sign off on every completed unit.

This Might Describe You

• 2+ years in upholstery, furniture finishing, furniture repair, or upholstered‑goods manufacturing, or strong demonstrated hands‑on craft.
• Furniture medic, outside upholsterer, or furniture finisher background a strong plus.
• Takes real pride in consistent, high‑quality work; inspects to spec and catches defects before they ship.
• Strong fabric‑handling craft: manual and finger dexterity, arm‑hand steadiness, and good color and near vision for matching and detail work.
• Detail‑oriented, dependable, and steady; comfortable with repetitive precision work.
• Comfortable standing for a full shift and helping maneuver units weighing up to 139 lbs using team lifts and equipment.
• Comfortable taking simple, clean product photos (training provided).
• Team‑oriented, and quick to learn our slipcover fit‑and‑finish method on top of existing craft.

Why Join Us

• 401(k): Participation in our 401(k) program with company matching up to 6% of your contributions.
• Benefits* : Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with generous employer contributions, 100% paid parental leave, and company‑sponsored One Medical and WellHub memberships.
• Equity : Participation in employee stock option plan.
• Paid Time Off : We operate with a high‑performance mindset and we believe healthy, happy, relaxed people do better work.
• Time to Recharge : teams receive select paid holidays, including key company closure days, along with holiday pay when working on designated holidays.
• Employee Discount **: 40% off almost all Thuma products.
• Cell Phone Stipend : $100 per month to support work‑related phone use.
• Commute Reimbursement : Up to $150 per month for commuting to our office.
• Room Upgrade : A complimentary product credit upon joining, valued at up to $3,000.

** Some exclusions may apply

* Eligibility for compensation, benefits, and perks may vary based on employment status (e.g., full‑time, part‑time, temporary), work schedule, and applicable holiday policies, and are subject to the terms of the relevant plans and company guidelines.

$32.50 - $40 an hour

Thuma provides an estimate of the compensation for roles that may be hired as required by state regulations. Compensation may vary based on (a) location, as Thuma factors in specific location when benchmarking compensation for most roles; (b) individual candidate skills and qualifications; and (c) individual candidate experience.

Additionally, Thuma leverages current market data to determine compensation, so posted compensation figures are subject to change as new market data becomes available. The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Thuma reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.

Thuma is a bedroom lifestyle brand, offering customers Bed Time essentials and amenities designed to celebrate life’s simple pleasures through thoughtful elevated design, quality craftsmanship, and modern convenience.

We recognize that people come with a wealth of knowledge and are talented beyond the scope of a functional role. If this sounds like you, we encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn’t precisely match our job description. We hire for integrity, initiative, collaborative spirit, open mindedness, and willingness to learn.

Thuma is dedicated to going above and beyond to bring people with diverse perspectives and unique experiences together to do great work. We strive to create a sense of belonging by creating an inclusive culture where everyone can be their authentic self and by treating each and every team member with kindness, equity, and respect, always.