Upholstery Lead

American Leather Operations LLC; Conover (NC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

American Leather Operations LLC in Conover, NC is seeking an Upholstery Lead to supervise the inside and trim upholstery team, ensuring production flow, quality, and efficiency. You will collaborate with the Upholstery Manager to address performance issues and optimize processes.

This full-time, on-site role requires 2+ years upholstery knowledge, LEAN awareness, and strong communication to guide staff, manage attendance, and uphold safety and equipment standards.

Qualifications

• Upholstery knowledge (inside and outside) with 2+ years preferred.
• LEAN manufacturing knowledge a plus.
• Experience in lead/supervisory roles preferred.
• Strong communication, notes-taking and email/phone communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Direct Upholstery (inside/trim) associates.
• Answer questions from Upholstery (inside/trim) associates on quality, efficiency, procedure, training, and production/workflow.
• Lead and instruct the Upholstery team so tasks are completed in a timely and efficient manner.
• Manage Upholstery department attendance and fill in when necessary to support production flow.
• Maintain safety, quality and machinery standards at all times.
• All other duties as assigned.

Skills

Upholstery knowledge

LEAN manufacturing

Leadership experience

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

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Upholstery Lead

INSIDE UPHOLSTERY Full Time Conover, NC, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 2161

JOB DESCRIPTION

JOB TITLE: Upholstery Lead

DEPARTMENT: Upholstery

FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt

Schedule: Monday-Thursday 6:00 AM – 4:30 PM & Friday 6:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.

Overtime may be required beyond the posted work schedule and/or a varied schedule may be required per business needs

SUMMARY

Reporting to the Upholstery , the Upholstery Lead oversees the Insider and Trimmers of Upholstery to ensure production flow, quality, and efficiency levels meet company expectations. Additionally, the Lead works with the Manager to handle personnel and performance issues.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Directing the Upholstery (inside/trim) associates
• Answering questions from Upholstery (inside/trim) associates on various issues from quality, efficiency, procedure, training, and production/workflow
• Leading and instructing the Upholstery team so tasks are completed in a timely and efficient manner
• Managing Upholstery department attendance and filling in when necessary to. Assisting as needed in the Upholstery (inside/trim) areas to help with production flow
• Maintaining safety, quality and machinery standards at all times
• All other duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Upholstery (inside and outside) Knowledge (2+ years preferred)
• LEAN manufacturing a plus
• Lead/Supervisory role experience a plus
• Effective communication skills (taking notes, retention of information & instructions, able to communicate in person and via email, phone)

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• High School Diploma or GED preferred
• Ability to work full-time

EFFORT

• Able to lift/carry/push/pull at least 50 lbs.
• Able to stand for 10 hours daily
• Must be able to frequently walk up and down stairs to access and move between departments.

• We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.