Upholsterer

Upholsterer

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 include securing fabric and leather to frames using staple guns, air rackets, and drills. The Upholsterer must match materials with corresponding frames and upholster all frame components. They should 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, and abilities include proficiency with air tools, including staple guns, air rackets, drills, and blowers. 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.