Upholstery Lead (working position)

Upholstery Lead (working position)

Classification: Non-Exempt

Reports to: Production Floor Supervisor

Revision Date: May 4, 2026

Company Bio: At Revel Boats, we build more than pontoons, we build pride into every detail and every role. If you value quality work, collaboration, and being part of something that's growing fast and built to last, you'll feel at home here.

Job Purpose

Directly responsible for assisting in the daily operations of the Upholstery department. Responsible for helping to meet facility goals regarding safety, quality and on-time delivery of products from one department to the next.

Key Responsibilities

• Drive the daily operational duties of the department to meet production demand.
• Maintains standardized methods of operation for the Upholstery department.
• Facilitate the flow of communication up to managers and down to employees concerning matters of importance.
• Participate in the implementation of new manufacturing processes, products, and systems technology to meet operational goals.
• Coordinate the delivery and disposal of chemicals and supplies
• Work to achieve a "zero defect" in manufacturing operations keeping delinquencies at or below facility goal.
• Participate in employment-related such as hiring, training, appraising, or counseling issues as appropriate; escalate issues to the next leadership level when appropriate.
• Support all safety initiatives and maintain a high awareness of safety in the facility. Complies with all OSHA and safety procedures.
• Sets an example of positive behaviors expected from team members.
• Communicate information to employees within the department and to Upholstery leadership.
• Establish and maintain uniform methods of operation for Upholstery.
• Participate in the implementation of new manufacturing processes, products, and systems technology to meet the facility's goals
• Any other duties as assigned by management.

Required Skills/Abilities

• Effective problem-solving, team, and interpersonal skills are used to influence others to accomplish identified objectives.
• Read and understand product orders to ensure proper construction.
• Ability to juggle and manage competing tasks and demands and deal with frequent changes, delays, or unexpected events.
• Maintain a positive work atmosphere and interaction with customers, co-workers, and management.
• Ability to handle emergencies calmly.
• Able to be flexible concerning the work schedule.
• Keep the work area clean and orderly.
• Follows the instruction of the Manager/Supervisor.

Education and Experience

• 3-5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Previous leadership experience desirable.
• Working knowledge of all processes and procedures required to perform all functions within the department.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products required

Experience: Leadership and conflict resolution skills. Excellent communication skills. Flexible schedule. Ability to follow instructions of Upholstery leadership. Prior tacking or upholstery experience. Hand tool experience.

Preferred: Previous training experience

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to work in a non-climate-controlled environment where ambient air temperature can exceed outside air temperature occasionally
• Must be able to bend at waist and knees and stand for extended periods of time
• Must be able to lift 25 pounds when necessary
• This is a safety-sensitive position

Americans with Disability Specifications

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential function of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential function of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to weather conditions, normal office environment or factory environment that is not climate controlled. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. The factory in certain areas maintains a high fiberglass and dust environment.

Personal Protective Equipment might be required in certain areas of the factory including but not limited to safety glasses, respirator, hearing protection, gloves and protective garments.

Employees in safety-sensitive positions must report to work fit for duty and must remain fit for duty throughout their workday. To be fit for duty, the employee must not be impaired by alcohol, illicit drugs, or medication.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

Revel Boats provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Revel Boats complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, and transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Revel Boats expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Revel Boats employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.