Upholstery Trimmer – Furniture Manufacturing

Symbiotic Services; Conover (NC); In loco; USD 22.000 - 36.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Free onsite healthcare clinic

Two company-wide shutdown weeks annual

Professional development opportunities

Healthcare benefits

Descrizione del lavoro

Symbiotic Services in Conover, NC, is seeking an experienced Upholstery Trimmer for a full-time position in furniture manufacturing. The role involves installing, repairing, and finishing exterior upholstery components on furniture frames with fabric, padding materials, and specialized tools.

The ideal candidate has five or more years of hands-on trimming experience, strong craftsmanship, meticulous attention to detail, and the ability to maintain production quality while meeting daily targets

Competenze

• Minimum 5 years of furniture trimming experience.
• Proven exterior upholstery trimming, fabric installation, and furniture finishing.
• Strong knowledge of fabric application, upholstery assembly, and frame construction.
• Proficiency with hand tools, pneumatic tools, air tools, and staple guns.
• Ability to align and secure fabric and padding onto wooden frames.
• Excellent attention to detail and quality craftsmanship.
• Willingness to work overtime as required.

Mansioni

• Exterior upholstery trimming, installation, repair, and replacement on furniture components.
• Fit, align, stretch, and secure fabric onto wooden frames.
• Apply fabric and padding materials to frames using hand and powered tools.
• Operate pneumatic and air tools, staple guns safely and efficiently.
• Ensure proper alignment of upholstery materials and components for accurate assembly.
• Follow established trimming techniques and furniture manufacturing procedures.
• Complete upholstery repairs and adjustments while maintaining quality and production requirements.
• Inspect finished trimming work for quality and conformity to standards.
• Minimize material waste and prevent recurring quality issues.
• Collaborate with supervising staff to meet daily production targets.

Conoscenze

Upholstery trimming

Fabric installation

Furniture finishing

Attention to detail

Quality craftsmanship

Overtime adaptability

Formazione

High school diploma or GED

Strumenti

Pneumatic tools

Air tools

Staple guns

Hand tools

Production tracking systems

Scan guns

Descrizione del lavoro

Upholstery Trimmer - Furniture Manufacturing

Full time | Symbiotic Services | United States

Posted On 11/06/2026

Job Information

Furniture

Work Experience 1-3 years

City Conover

State/Province North Carolina

28613

Job Description

Upholstery Trimmer - Furniture Manufacturing

Recruitment Firm: Symbiotic Services

Job Title: Upholstery Trimmer

Department: Trimming / Furniture Manufacturing

Industry: Furniture Manufacturing / Upholstery

Employment Type: Full-Time

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt (Hourly)

Experience Required: Minimum 5 Years

Job Summary

Symbiotic Services is seeking experienced and detail-oriented Upholstery Trimmers for a confidential client specializing in upholstered furniture manufacturing.

The Upholstery Trimmer will be responsible for installing, repairing, and finishing exterior upholstery components on furniture frames using fabric, padding materials, and specialized upholstery tools.

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in furniture trimming, strong technical skills, and a commitment to delivering exceptional craftsmanship while maintaining production efficiency and quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

Furniture Trimming & Upholstery Assembly

Perform exterior upholstery trimming, installation, repair, and replacement on furniture components.

Fit, align, stretch, and secure fabric materials onto wooden furniture frames.

Apply fabric and polyester padding materials to furniture frames using appropriate hand and powered tools.

Operate pneumatic tools, air tools, staple guns, and other upholstery equipment safely and efficiently.

Ensure proper alignment of upholstery materials and furniture components for accurate assembly.

Follow established trimming techniques and furniture manufacturing procedures.

Complete upholstery repairs and adjustments while maintaining quality and production requirements.

Quality Control & Craftsmanship

Inspect completed trimming work to ensure compliance with established quality standards.

Identify and correct fabric alignment issues, installation defects, and upholstery inconsistencies.

Perform necessary repairs and rework on assigned furniture components.

Maintain high standards of workmanship, accuracy, and production efficiency.

Minimize material waste and prevent recurring quality issues.

Production Operations & Workplace Organization

Meet daily production targets while maintaining consistent quality standards.

Use computers and handheld scan guns to record and track production activities.

Maintain accurate production tracking information.

Keep workstations clean, organized, and free of unnecessary materials.

Maintain hand tools, air tools, and upholstery equipment in proper working condition.

Follow established workplace safety procedures and equipment operating guidelines.

Support Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives.

Collaborate with production supervisors and team members to maintain efficient workflow.

Perform additional duties as assigned.

Requirements

Required Qualifications

Minimum 5 years of furniture trimming experience.

Proven experience performing exterior upholstery trimming, fabric installation, and furniture finishing.

Strong knowledge of fabric application, upholstery assembly, and furniture frame construction.

Proficiency in operating hand tools, pneumatic tools, air tools, and staple guns.

Ability to align and secure fabric and padding materials accurately onto wooden furniture frames.

Basic computer knowledge and ability to use production tracking equipment.

Excellent attention to detail and commitment to high-quality craftsmanship.

Ability to maintain productivity while meeting established quality standards.

Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a manufacturing environment.

Flexibility to work overtime as required.

Preferred Qualifications

High school diploma or GED.

Experience manufacturing premium upholstered furniture.

Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing principles.

Experience using handheld scan guns or computerized production tracking systems.

Experience performing upholstery repairs and quality inspections.

Technical Skills

Furniture Upholstery Trimming

Fabric & Polyester Padding Application

Upholstery Repair & Replacement

Fabric Alignment & Material Fitting

Pneumatic & Air Tool Operation

Hand Tool Operation

Furniture Assembly & Finishing

Quality Inspection

Production Tracking & Scan Gun Operation

Lean Manufacturing

Time Management & Organization

Attention to Detail & Craftsmanship

Physical Requirements

Ability to stand for up to 10 hours per shift.

Ability to operate hand tools, air tools, and staple guns for up to 10 hours per shift.

Ability to regularly lift and/or move objects weighing up to 50 pounds.

Ability to perform repetitive hand, wrist, arm, and shoulder movements.

Strong manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination.

Ability to meet the physical demands of an active furniture manufacturing environment.

Work Schedule:

Monday-Thursday: 6:00 AM–4:30 PM

Fridays: 6:00 AM–2:00 PM

Approximately 40-45 hours per week.

No Saturday work.

Overtime may be required based on production demands.

Free onsite healthcare clinic access beginning Day One for employees, spouses, and dependent children.

Two company-wide shutdown weeks annually.

Opportunities for professional development and long-term career growth.

Benefits and eligibility are subject to the hiring employer's policies.

Ideal Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate is a highly skilled Upholstery Trimmer with at least five years of hands-on experience in exterior furniture upholstery, fabric application, and furniture finishing.

Successful candidates will demonstrate exceptional craftsmanship, proficiency with upholstery tools, strong quality control skills, and the ability to consistently meet production requirements in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.