Upholstery Inspector

Hooker Furniture Corporation; Valdese (NC); On-site; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans

Dental plans

Vision plans

HSA contributions

401k matching

Job summary

Shenandoah Furniture, a division of Hooker Furnishings, seeks a dependable Upholstery Inspector in Valdese, NC. You will clean pieces, inspect stitching and tailoring, verify specifications, apply deck labels, and ensure quality finish.

Responsibilities include labeling, scanning finished goods, and adhering to safety PPE. This role offers a competitive pay and benefits within a supportive, growth‑oriented workplace.

Qualifications

• Able to perform repetitive tasks (bend, lift, twist, kneel, reach) for long periods.
• Must stand and walk for the full shift.
• Can rotate up to 50 lbs at ground level, up to 60 times daily.
• Can push/pull up to 200 lbs across the floor, up to 60 times daily.
• Excellent attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Clean each piece.
• Clean each cushion, trimming any necessary loose threads.
• Verify leg finish against production ticket.
• Apply proper deck labels according to customer requirements.
• Inspect for correct tailoring of each piece.
• Verify symmetry and accurate style specifications.
• Scan into finished goods when complete.
• Use proper PPE – safety glasses.
• Maintain good housekeeping practices to prevent slips, trips and falls.

Skills

Attention to detail

Manual dexterity

Stamina for standing

Safety awareness

Job description

Would you like to earn a steady paycheck while working with one of the largest and most respected furniture companies In the United States?

The Company:

Shenandoah Furniture was founded in Martinsville, Virginia in 1981. Shenandoah specializes in manufacturing quality upper-end transitional and modern upholstered furniture in facilities located in Virginia and North Carolina. Shenandoah is a division of Hooker Furnishings, an industry leader in the furniture business for over 100 years.

The Position:

We are looking for a dependable individual with a great attention to detail to join our team as an Upholstery Inspector in our Valdese, NC location.

This individual will:

• Clean each piece.
• Clean each cushion, trimming any necessary loose threads.
• Verify leg finish against production ticket.
• Apply proper deck labels according to customer requirements.
• Inspect for correct tailoring of each piece.
• Verify symmetry and accurate style specifications.
• Scan into finished goods when complete.
• Use proper PPE – safety glasses.
• Maintain good housekeeping practices to prevent slips, trips and falls.

Candidates that will be a great fit will:

• Able to perform repetitive tasks such as bend, lift, twist, kneel and reach for extended periods of time.
• Able to stand and walk for 100% of shift.
• Must be able to rotate up to 50 pounds of weight at ground level up to 60 times per day.
• Must be able to move up push 200 lbs. across floor up to 60 times per day.
• Must have good attention to detail.

Why should you apply?

• A company dedicated to fostering a welcoming and supportive workplace where all individuals are valued and respected.
• Competitive compensation plans.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision plans including a generous employer health saving account (HSA) contribution each plan year.
• Matching 401k employer contributions.
• The opportunity to earn while you learn We do not offer jobs. We offer careers and the chance to learn a trade while advancing your skills.