Bed Upholstery Trimmer

Location
Lee Industries Plant 3, Newton, NC, US
Workplace
On-site

About this role

Job Title:                   Bed Upholstery Trimmer / Furniture Manufacturing

Department:              Trimming

Location:                    Plant # 3        

FLSA Status:              Non-Exempt – Production Pay

Schedule:                    M – Th 6:00 am – 4:30 pm & Occasional F 6:00 am – 10:00 am     Overtime may be required beyond the posted work schedule and may vary on a weekly basis.  

We’re expanding and currently hiring for multiple full-time positions offering consistent 40–45 hours per week, no Saturdays, and a strong benefits package, including free access to our healthcare clinic starting on day one for employees, spouses, and children, plus two company-wide shutdown weeks.

Climate controlled facilities.

Since 1969, the mission of LEE Industries has been to create innovatively styled, high quality furnishings while adhering to a set of values that focus on our customer, the community, and the environment. Our love for furniture is contagious and that is why we are unable to resist creating the best upholstery product available, all made in the USA!

 

LEE associates are our most valued asset. We would not be who we are today if it were not for our associates. We are successful because we have caring and highly skilled craftsmen that are the best in their field. LEE associates are offered the opportunity to learn and grow in their career.

 

Overview of Responsibilities

  • Upholstery Trimmer makes, repairs, or replaces outside work 
  • Trimmers fit, install and secure material (fabric) on wooden frames using hand tools, power tools
  • Aligning parts / fabric to ensure proper assembly and quality levels  
  • Applying fabric/poly to furniture frames by means of hand tools
  • Fixing own repairs while ensuring quality, efficiency, and production levels
  • Using a computer/scan gun to scan work for production tracking
  • Maintaining clean/neat workstation and tools in working condition
  • All other duties as assigned. Cross trained to work in other areas

 

Qualifications: 

  • Minimum 1-2 years of furniture trimming experience
  • High school diploma or GED preferred 
  • LEAN Manufacturing experience a plus
  • Basic computer knowledge
  • Ability to deliver uncompromising quality and detailed craftsmanship
  • Ability to work full-time 
  • Must be flexible to work overtime when required
  • Able to stand for 8 hours
  • Able to use hand tools/air tools/staple gun for 8 hours

 

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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Top Benefits

  • Healthcare clinic access
  • Company-wide shutdown weeks