What are the responsibilities and job description for the Upholstery Fabricator position at AAA USA Inc?
AAA USA is looking to fill the position of Upholstery Fabricator in Little Rock, AR.
Position Summary:
The Upholstery Fabricator will fabricate, develop, build, sew, and cover aircraft all soft goods through the knowledge and skills of interior finishing.
Essential Functions:
- Interpret blueprints, completion drawings, company standards, and work instructions.
- Perform calculations using shop math for tooling, detailed parts, assembles, and installations.
- Perform sewing or upholstery operations of high quality and within budget.
- Disassemble and reassemble various models of vendor passenger seats and divans in accordance to the guidelines of the vendor component maintenance manuals.
- Perform maintenance such as proper glue application, adhesive bonding, hardware, and rivet installation.
- Train other personnel on specific job assignments.
- Practice proper aircraft maintenance practices.
- Maintain clean and organized work area.
- Complete assignments under budget without sacrificing quality.
- Accurately log computerized labor data collection for time and attendance tracking
- Work in a safe manner in accordance with OSHA and company safety procedures.
- Style a variety of foams to meet specifications/customer requirements.
- Layout, match, cut, and sew various routine and non-routine sewing operations, including exotic fabrics such as plaids, stripes, diamond patterns and floral designs to produce symmetry in appearance.
- Develop patterns from prints, sketches, models, and verbal instructions.
- Inspect, select, and work with fabrics, leathers, foams, and other materials used in the performance of job assignments.
- Fabricate and upholster all soft goods including but not limited to aircraft seats (fabrication and cover), divans, service ledges, side walls, headliners, and window panels.
- Set up and operate all equipment, such as routers, sanders, sewing machines, etc.
- Recommend improved production methods, including the reduction of rework, process improvements, and flow reduction.
- Work with limited supervision on routine and non- routine assignments.
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Minimum of 3 years of aircraft upholstery experience.
- Able to setup and operate all standard equipment related to upholstery.
- Able to work from documentation such as 3D models, blueprints, drawings, F-standards, preparation packages, etc.
- Must not be allergic to chemicals, solvents, paints, adhesives, natural or manmade materials, fabrics, or feathers.
- Able to distinguish colors and align intricate or elaborate designs in fabrics.
- Able to lift and transport up to 40 lbs. with or without reasonable accommodation
- Visual capacity and muscular dexterity to work on fine detail, high-cost products with a minimum of rework.
- Able to wear protective equipment for extended periods of time including, particle masks, goggles, assorted gloves, head bonnets, and disposable protective suits.
- Able to stock and remove materials from bins above storage level with or without reasonable accommodation
- Able to climb in and out of aircraft and perform work in tight or confined places and unusual positions.
