Upholstery Technician – Precision Seating & Assembly

Gasser Chair Company; Youngstown (OH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; 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 is seeking a skilled Upholstery Associate to support production of premium seating. You will perform hands-on upholstery work, fitting, stretching, stapling, and assembling fabric, vinyl, and foam to chair frames in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.

The role reports to the Upholstery Supervisor and requires attention to design specifications, quality standards, and production timelines.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Manufacturing experience preferred.
• Prior upholstery experience is a plus.
• Able to use hand tools like staple guns, scissors, mallets.
• Strong attention to detail and quality.
• Good communication and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Apply fabric, vinyl, and upholstery materials to chair frames.
• Align, stretch, and secure materials for a clean finish.
• Inspect frames and materials for defects and address issues.
• Perform advanced upholstery tasks (top stitching, double needle).
• Follow established work instructions and processes.
• Meet production schedules and efficiency targets.
• Operate stapling tools and scissors safely.
• Collaborate with Upholstery Supervisor and team.

Skills

Attention to detail

Manual dexterity

Teamwork

Following instructions

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Staple guns

Scissors

Mallets

Job description

Gasser Chair Company is seeking a skilled Upholstery Associate to support production of premium seating. You will perform hands-on upholstery work, fitting, stretching, stapling, and assembling fabric, vinyl, and foam to chair frames in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.

The role reports to the Upholstery Supervisor and requires attention to design specifications, quality standards, and production timelines.