Upholsterer

JOB TITLE: Upholsterer

DEPARTMENT: Manufacturing

FLSA STATUS: Non‑Exempt (Hourly)

REPORTS TO: Upholstery Supervisor / Upholstery Leads

SUMMARY:

The Upholsterer is responsible for securing fabric and leather to wood frames using hand tools and pneumatic staplers in a climate‑controlled environment. This position involves continuous standing and requires flexibility for overtime based on production demands.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Secure fabric and leather to frames using staple guns, air rackets, and drills.
• Match materials with corresponding frames and upholster all frame components.
• Follow product specifications on traveler documents, including medallions, leg colors, welting, brass tacks, springs, webbing, and additional order details.
• Correct crooked seams and smooth out staple bumps.
• Visually inspect completed work to ensure quality standards are met.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Supervisor or Lead.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Proficient with air tools, including:
• Staple gun
• Air racket
• Drill
• Blower
• Ability to identify appropriate nuts, bolts, and screws by style.
• Experience working with welting on front posts.
• Capable of assembling frames and installing mechanisms.
• Able to detect sewing defects and material flaws during upholstery.
• Physical strength to handle and stretch heavy materials for extended periods.
• Strong attention to detail, particularly in seam alignment and final quality checks.

Benefits

• Competitive health plans (medical, dental, vision, prescription)
• Life Insurance & Short/Long Term Disability at no cost to you
• Wellness Program to save you money on health premiums
• 401(k) with a company match
• Flexible Spending Accounts (medical and dependent care)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Center with free Personal Trainers onsite
• Holiday, Vacation, and Personal pay
• Fun Monthly Employee Events
• Recognition to our employees who are Veterans
• Annual Service Awards
• Community Events
• Scholarship Program for children