What are the responsibilities and job description for the Upholsterer 1 position at American Leather Operations LLC?
The American Leather factory is unique in the furniture industry. It allows us to create custom luxury furniture in Dallas, Texas, and deliver it to consumers' homes via our retail partners in about 30 days. Blending the best in technology, efficiency systems, and state-of-the-art craftsmanship allows us to offer the most beautiful styles, innovative mechanisms, and various custom options.
Each valued operations team member is key to upholding American Leather's commitment to quality, workmanship, and service. We look forward to receiving your application to join our exceptional team.
SUMMARY:
The upholsterer must be able to work in a climate-controlled environment, requiring continuous standing while operating hand tools and an air-compressed staple gun to adhere leather and fabric to wood frames. Upholsterers are required to have the flexibility to work overtime as needed.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Secures fabric and leather using a staple gun. Air racket, and, drill is used to assemble the final piece.
- Match covers material with the correct frame and upholster all frame parts
- Reads traveler instructions on product specifications, including medallion, leg color, welt or brass tack, springs or webbing, and other order requirements
- Correct any crooked seams and staple bumps
- Visually inspect work to ensure quality
- Other duties as assigned by the Supervisor or Lead
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:
- Must be able to safely use air tools, including: staple guns, air ratchet, drill, and blower.
- Ability to recognize proper nuts, bolts, and screws per style.
- Ability to work with Welt on the front post.
- Ability to assemble frames and or mechanisms to the frames as required.
- Ability to inspect work as being upholstered, and this includes sewing mistakes and bad leather or fabric.
- Strength to pull hard materials onto the frame for long periods
- Must check seams and quality when the piece is complete.
Some great perks and benefits you will receive:
- Competitive compensation and health insurance include medical, dental, vision, life, short/long-term disability, a flexible spending account, and a 401k plan. We also have an onsite wellness/fitness center that includes free personal training 2 times a week and yoga sessions once a week.
