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Bed Upholsterer-Trainees and Experienced Conover, NCFull TimeFirst Shift

Cartoner Conover, NCFull TimeFirst Shift

Casefitters in Casegoods Conover, NCFull TimeFirst Shift

Crate Builder Conover, NCFull TimeFirst Shift

Customer Service Representative Conover, NCFull TimeFirst Shift$DOE

Experienced Upholstery Finish Inspector Conover, NCFull TimeFirst Shift

Experienced Bed Trimmer Conover, NCFull TimeFirst Shift

Experienced Finisher for Casegoods Conover, NCFull TimeFirst Shift

Experienced Furniture Packer (Wrapline) Conover, NCFull TimeFirst Shift

Experienced Insider/Upholsterer Conover, NCFull TimeFirst Shift

Experienced Stain Sprayer Conover, NCFull TimeFirst Shift

Experienced Upholstery Sander Conover, NCFull TimeFirst Shift

Fabric Puller Conover, NCFull TimeFirst Shift

Frame Delivery/Straight Truck Driver Conover, NCFull TimeFirst Shift

Glazer Conover, NCFull TimeFirst Shift

Lacquer Sprayer (Upholstery Finishing) Conover, NCFull TimeFirst Shift

Machine Operator 2 Conover, NCFull TimeFirst Shift

Miscellaneous Job Application Hillsville, VA

Miscellaneous Job Application Conover, NC

MIY Picker (Furniture Order Picker) Conover, NCFull TimeFirst Shift

Outside Upholsterer/Trimmer-Experienced and Trainees Conover, NCFull TimeFirst Shift

Packer Conover, NCFull TimeFirst Shift

Prep in Casegoods Finishing Conover, NCFull TimeFirst Shift

Quality Inspector Conover, NCFull TimeFirst Shift

Sewing Trainee Conover, NCFull TimeFirst Shift

Shipping Associate Conover, NCFull TimeFirst Shift

Job Title:	Shipping Associate
Department:	Factory
Location:	Conover, NC
Description:	Position Responsibilities: • Load and unloading of furniture on/off truck for transport using hand truck, pallet jack, or team lift. • Scan tickets for correct location of furniture. • Move freight, stock, or other material to and from storage, loading docks, delivery vehicles, ships or containers by hand or using trucks, tractors, or other equipment. • Sort cargo before loading and unloading. • Attach tickets and acknowledgement numbers to containers or mark them with identifying information. • Distinguish the location of how furniture is to be placed and/or shipped. • Stack furniture in locations using hand trucks. • Record numbers of units handled or moved using daily production sheets or work tickets. • Communicate with other departments ensuring complete shipment. • Maintain neat and orderly work station; performs housekeeping daily. • Ensure area has needed supplies and tools; kept in assigned locations. • Wear required safety glasses, work shoes and other PPE as defined for work area; work safely and report unsafe conditions to Dept. Supervisor. • Maintain packing materials, recycled cardboard, recycled pallets, and disposables per company housekeeping guidelines. • Understand and ensure packing specifications are met. • Measure, weigh, count items against pack slips. • Works with team to keep dock doors unblocked and free of debris. • Record product, packaging, and order fulfillment information on specified forms and computer based records. • Performs stretching exercises. • Performs other duties as required by supervisor.
Requirements:	• Must be knowledgeable in upholstery packing methods. • English required for reading tickets and job notes. • Must be organized and able to coordinate multiple tasks. • Must be able to effectively communicate with others. • Must have an understanding of numbers and know how to count. • Must be able to properly distinguish different products and have directional skills.
Status:	Full Time
Shift:	First

Upholsterer - Experienced and Trainees Hillsville, VAFull TimeFirst Shift

Job Title:	Upholsterer - Experienced and Trainees
Department:	Factory
Location:	Hillsville, VA
Description:	Upholsterers needed both experienced and trainees Vanguard Furniture is looking for Upholsterers who are passionate and dedicated to the art of quality furniture making. Qualified experienced Upholsterers can have significantly greater earning potential based on efficiency. On-the-job training is also offered for less experienced individuals who are excited to learn and grow a new career. Job Duties Works with a team of co-workers to upholster furniture (such as sofas, love seats, sleepers and ottomans) in a fast paced work environment while attaining required quality standards and while complying with all safety rules and practices. Able to use common upholstery tools such as air powered staple guns, mauls, hammers, scissors, regulators, tack pullers, etc. Requires the ability to stand, walk, stoop, bend for 8 hours or more daily. Requires constant use of arms, hands, fingers and eyes to upholstered furniture Could require lifting up to 75 lbs, carrying 40 lbs or pushing and sliding up to 200 lbs. Requires ability to work while wearing required personal protective equipment such as safety glasses. Requires the ability to communicate effectively with co-workers and supervision Assists with any other task as directed by supervision Work Hours – Mon-Fri 6:30am – 3:00pm Conveniently located off 77 in Hillsville, VA Benefits: • Medical, Dental and Vision • Life Insurance • Short and Long Term Disability • On Site Medical Clinic • 401 (k) with Company Match • Vacations – Week of July 4th and Week of Christmas • Additional paid time off based on longevity • Paid Holidays
Requirements:	Need basic knowledge of furniture Staple gun experience desired Has demonstrated a willingness to learn and a high level of cooperation Need to have been an employee for a minimum of 1 year Excellent attendance record Good work history-verified by current and prior managers
Status:	Full Time
Shift:	First

Upholstery Final Inspector Conover, NCFull TimeFirst Shift

Upholstery Finishing Lead Conover, NCFull TimeFirst Shift

Upholstery/Trim Trainees Conover, NCFull TimeFirst Shift

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Job Title:	Cartoner
Department:	Warehouse
Location:	Conover, NC
Description:	Vanguard is seeking an individual that can prepare wrapped Kravet, exposed wood and/or leather furniture to be cartoned in a corrugated box to be ready for shipping. An ideal candidate: • Select, build the appropriate cardboard carton for the style of furniture. • Cover the furniture with the appropriate carton box. • Use the staple gun to close the carton around the furniture. • Apply identification pack label and verify accuracy; mark and label packages per company and DOT shipping guidelines with the acknowledgement number. • Move the furniture to loading area using hand truck or team lift. • Communicate with other departments ensuring complete shipment.
Requirements:	• Must be knowledgeable in upholstery packing methods. • English required for reading tickets and job notes. • Must be organized and able to coordinate multiple tasks. • Must be able to effectively communicate with others. Must be able to bend and stoop mostly all day.
Status:	Full Time
Shift:	First

Job Title:	Casefitters in Casegoods
Department:	Casegoods
Location:	Conover, NC
Description:	Rubs furniture as required using sandpaper, wool, and wax. Hangs doors, puts on hardware, wrap and pack furniture to specifications. Use schedule to pull cases into work area. Read tickets and/or job notes prior to packing for any special instructions. Push case into work area. Look over case for any defects. Use sandpaper/steel wool as necessary to eliminate any rough areas. Do any minor touch up as needed. Apply wax to entire piece. Pull drawers and sand and wax inside and out. Hang doors and check for proper fit and operation, check drawers for proper operation. Apply hardware as required. Wrap piece in foam and apply corner pads, etc as required. Put item in box, tape shut and apply labels as required. Perform all duties safely and report any safety hazards to immediate supervisor; including roper lifting techniques. Complete other assigned duties as directed by supervisor. Maintains neat and orderly work station; keeps equipment clean. Wear required safety glasses and work shoes; works safely and reports unsafe conditions to dept. supervisor. Also performs required stretching exercises. Performs other duties as required by supervisor.
Requirements:	Must be knowledgeable in rubbing and packing processes. Must have ability to learn quickly and recognize parts and style numbers. Understand correct placement of parts right/left sides, front/back. English required for reading tickets and instructions. Must be able to check finish of case to finish standards. Must be able to understand and follow packing specifications.
Status:	Full Time
Shift:	First

Job Title:	Crate Builder
Department:	Warehouse
Location:	Conover, NC
Description:	Vanguard is seeking someone who is responsible to cutting wood using a chop saw to assemble wood boxes, crates and pallets using screws and nail guns. Use various hand and power tools to build custom wood crates for various furniture parts for shipping and / or storage purposes. The ideal candidate will make crates, pallets and/or wooden boxes which are made to size. The ideal candidate must be able to lift heavy objects without assistance. If you feel like you meet these qualifications, please apply!
Requirements:	• Experience working with power tools, saws, and various hand tools. • Able to work in a fast-paced work environment • Able to work in a team environment with a diverse workforce • Must be able to follow all safety rules • Ability to meet the physical demands of the job (standing, lifting, pushing, pulling, etc.) • Other general warehouse duties as assigned
Status:	Full Time
Shift:	First

Job Title:	Customer Service Representative
Department:	Customer Service
Location:	Conover, NC
Description:	To ensure that Vanguard delivers the highest quality service to our customers. This position includes all responsibilities associated with the day-to-day functions of Customer Service Confer with customers by telephone or email to provide information on products, pricing, status of orders and availability • Communicates with other departments to keep consistent flow of supplies for teams • Check to ensure that appropriate changes were made to resolve customers' questions • Updates records in systems concerning customer interactions, details of inquiries, changes or comments • Refer unresolved customer grievances to designated departments for further investigation • Run weekly reports to check status on orders • Answer incoming calls from customers for availability and status • Assist in training customers on self-service web portal • Work within team to service customers in an efficient manner • Maintain neat and orderly work station • Wears required safety glasses, work shoes and other PPE as defined for work areas; woks safely and reports unsafe conditions to department supervisor • Performs stretching exercises to relieve bodily tensions and warm, relax muscles • Performs other duties as required by supervisor
Requirements:	Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment. • Furniture experience preferred • Strong organizational, communication, leadership skills • Must be willing to work in team environment • Customer oriented service skills including needs assessment, evaluation, and resolution • Proficiency in all Microsoft Office applications • High School Diploma/GED required
Status:	Full Time
Shift:	First
Pay:	DOE

Job Title:	Experienced Upholstery Finish Inspector
Department:	Factory
Location:	Conover, NC
Description:	Ensures that each piece meets the finish specifications to match the master finish panels and is finished correctly according to each ticket and meets all quality requirements and specifications. • Must be able to read ticket. • Must determine if a piece meets quality requirements and specifications. • Must be able to reject pieces that don’t meet all quality requirements and specifications. • Must be disciplined, well organized and have the ability to handle pressure. • Must be capable to perform some repair work such as cushion cut downs. • Maintains neat and orderly work station. • Wears required safety glasses and work shoes; works safely and reports unsafe conditions to Dept. Supervisor. • Performs daily stretching exercises. • Performs other duties as required by supervisor.
Requirements:	• Must be knowledgeable in finish operations and methods. • English is required to read tickets and job notes.
Status:	Full Time
Shift:	First

Job Title:	Experienced Bed Trimmer
Department:	Factory
Location:	Conover, NC
Description:	Vanguard is seeking an experienced Bed Trimmer to upholster outside sections of beds including headboards, foot boards and railings, utilizing knowledge of trimming procedures. This position includes using staple gun, ply grip, and gluing and running welt to upholstered beds. An ideal candidate must be knowledgeable in upholstery and trim methods and be able too complete jobs to quality specifications. Vanguard prides itself on the quality products that it makes and would love you to be a part of our team. If you feel you meet these qualifications, please apply.
Requirements:	• Must be knowledgeable in upholstery and trim methods and be able to complete job to quality specifications. • English required for reading tickets and job notes.
Status:	Full Time
Shift:	First

Job Title:	Experienced Finisher for Casegoods
Department:	Factory
Location:	Conover, NC
Description:	Position Summary: Finishes whitewood case to specified color and/or finish utilizing knowledge of wood properties and finish. Position Responsibilities: • Use schedule to pull cases. Read tickets and/or job notes prior to finishing verifying correct finish. • Lift case onto finishing table. • Apply correct finish by following specifications by using a spray gun. • May wipe excess stain and/or hand brush excess stain. • Use sand paper to scuff frames if needed. • Apply lacquer to preserve finish. • Inspects frames for runs and/or other imperfections. • Remove frame from table and push to Frame Inspection. • Perform all duties safely and report any safety hazards to your immediate supervisor; including techniques for grounding / bonding where needed; ensuring filters changed according to schedule and need. • Complete other assigned duties as directed by supervisor. • Maintains neat and orderly work station; keeps equipment clean. • Wear required safety glasses and work shoes; works safely and reports unsafe conditions to Dept. Supervisor. Also performs required stretching exercises. • Performs other duties as required by supervisor.
Requirements:	• Must be knowledgeable in finishing processes. • Must have ability to learn quickly and recognize parts. • Understand correct placement of parts, right / left sides, front / back. • English required for reading tickets and instructions. • Must be able to setup materials in pots. • Must be able to understand and follow a finish specification for use of correct materials.
Status:	Full Time
Shift:	First

Job Title:	Experienced Furniture Packer (Wrapline)
Department:	Factory
Location:	Conover, NC
Description:	Vanguard is seeking a Packer on our furniture wrap line to prepare furniture by hand packing to be ready for shipping. This position will be responsible for maintaining packing materials, recycled cardboard, recycled pallets, and disposables per company housekeeping guidelines. As a packer, this position includes helping load furniture on trucks for transport, packaging, recording product and maintaining order fulfillment on specific forms and computer based records. Vanguard is a family oriented company with great benefits. If you feel you meet the qualifications for this position, we encourage you to apply!
Requirements:	An ideal candidate: • Must be knowledgeable in upholstery packing methods. • English required for reading tickets and job notes. • Must be organized and able to coordinate multiple tasks. • Must be able to effectively communicate with others.
Status:	Full Time
Shift:	First

Job Title:	Experienced Insider/Upholsterer
Department:	Factory
Location:	Conover, NC
Description:	Upholster inside of sofa and chair utilizing knowledge of upholstery procedures. Transports frames to and from work station. Lifts frame onto bucks. Responsible for fixing thier own repairs before starting on a new piece. Maintains neat and orderly work station. Wearsds required safety glasses; works safely and reports unsafe conditions to dept. supervisor. Performs other duties as required by supervisor.
Requirements:	Must be knowledgeable in upholstery methods and be able to complete job to quality specifications. English required to read tickets and job notes.
Status:	Full Time
Shift:	First

Job Title:	Experienced Stain Sprayer
Department:	Upholstery Finishing
Location:	Conover, NC
Description:	Vanguard is in need of a Stain Sprayer that could finish whitewood frames to specified color and/or finish using sealant, lacquer, glaze and/or stain; utilizing knowledge of wood properties and finish. An Ideal candidate: • Can apply lacquer, sealer, glaze, and/or stain to preserve finish. • Can apply correct finish and/or finishes by following specifications by using a spray gun.
Requirements:	• Must be knowledgeable in finishing processes. • Must have ability to learn quickly and recognize parts. • Understand correct placement of parts, right / left sides, front / back. • English required for reading tickets and instructions. • Must be able to setup materials in pots. • Must be able to understand and follow a finish specification for use of correct materials.
Status:	Full Time
Shift:	First

Job Title:	Machine Operator 2
Department:	Machine Room
Location:	Conover, NC
Description:	Vanguard Furniture is seeking an individual who can set up, operate, or tend woodworking equipment in production work involving surfacing, cutting, shaping, and fabricating wood product parts utilizing skills and dexterity in the operating, feeding and disposing functions. Level 2 operates one or more key machines: Boring Machine, Pin Router, Bell Miter, Richardson Operator, Midal Saw Operator, Rip Saw Operator, Cut off Saw Operator, Glue Reel Operator.
Requirements:	• Operation Monitoring — Watch gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly. • Mechanical — Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
Status:	Full Time
Shift:	First

Job Title:	Experienced Upholstery Sander
Department:	Factory
Location:	Conover, NC
Description:	Sand whitewood frame to erase all roughness to prepare for finishing process. • Read tickets and/or job notes prior to sanding to verify options. • Transports frames from work station to holding area. • Inspect frame for areas that need repair. • Repair areas by using putty and putty knife to fill in cracks, holes and any imperfections. • Sand frame using jitterbug sander, hand sander, and/or flutter sander to smooth all areas of frame, paying close attention to carved detail. • Distress frame by using designated tools if needed. • Blow off frame with air hose. • Remove frame from table and push to Finishing Department. • Maintains neat and orderly work station. • Wears required safety glasses and foot wear; works safely and reports unsafe conditions to Dept. Supervisor. • Performs daily stretching exercises. • Performs other duties as required by supervisor.
Requirements:	• Must have ability to learn quickly and recognize parts. • Understand correct placement of parts, right / left sides, front / back. • English required for reading tickets and instructions. • Must be able to setup materials in pots. • Must be able to understand and follow a finish specification for quality oriented cuts and use of correct materials.
Status:	Full Time
Shift:	First

Job Title:	Fabric Puller
Department:	Factory
Location:	Conover, NC
Description:	Vanguard is seeking Fabric Puller who can efficiently supply fabric to automated cutting machines for orders. This position will overall will be responsible for pulling fabric for orders and delivering to automated machines. An ideal candidate: • English required for reading tickets and job notes. Must be knowledgeable in receiving methods to complete job to quantity specifications. • Must be able to recognize quality problems with fabrics, leather hides, color variations and pattern design. • Must be knowledgeable in AS400 and have basic computer skills. • Must be detail oriented. • Knowledge of fabric characteristics and repeat requirements for application to frame(s). • Self-motivated and able to work well alone or with others. • Good verbal and written communication skills; basic computer skills. • Must be a team player, cooperative, and have a good attendance record. Vanguard prides itself on providing quality furniture. If you would like to be a part of a team that produces quality fabric for high end furniture, please apply!
Status:	Full Time
Shift:	First

Job Title:	Frame Delivery/Straight Truck Driver
Department:	Factory
Location:	Conover, NC
Description:	Vanguard is seeking a Truck Driver to transport coordination between plants and outside finish sources. This position will have multiple functions as both a driver for transportation between buildings. This position must understand operation of truck; perform daily inspection and report safety/ maintenance issues. An ideal candidate: • Must have current driver’s license, Class B or C. • Must have safe driving record. • Must have ability to learn quickly and recognize parts. • Previous knowledge of furniture. • Previous knowledge of maintenance. If you possess the ability to be flexible and organize, sequence, and tier frames for delivery between our buildings, then we would like for you to apply! Please visit our website today at www.vanguardfurniture.com
Requirements:	• Must have current driver’s license, correct Class for type of truck (B<26,000#, A>26,000#) • Must have safe driving record. • Must have ability to learn quickly and recognize parts.
Status:	Full Time
Shift:	First

Job Title:	Glazer
Department:	Factory
Location:	Conover, NC
Description:	Finishes whitewood cases and tables to specified color and/or finish utilizing knowledge of wood properties finish. Use schedule to pull cases/tables. Read tickets and/or job notes prior to glazing to verify correct finish. Move case/table into booth. Use correct technique for case/table: Basic-spray and wipe clean Spray and Brush to panel-to mirror panel color, Spray and brush clean-wiping, or Dry Brush technique-streaking and/or antiquing. Perform all duties safely and report any safety hazards to your immediate supervisor including proper lifting techniques. Maintains meat and orderly workstation. Wears required safety glasses and footwear;works safely and reports unsafe conditions to Dept. Supervisor Performs daily stretching exercises. Performs other duties as required by supervisor.
Requirements:	Must be knowledgeable in finishing processes. Must be skilled in handwork using brush and/or sprayer. Must have ability to recognize parts and style numbers. English required for reading tickets and instructions. Must be able to understand and follow packing specifications.
Status:	Full Time
Shift:	First

Job Title:	Lacquer Sprayer (Upholstery Finishing)
Department:	Upholstery Finishing
Location:	Conover, NC
Description:	Finishes whitewood frames to specified color and/or finish utilizing knowledge of wood properties and finish. Position Responsibilities: • Use schedule to pull frames. Read tickets and/or job notes prior to finishing verifying correct finish. • Lift case onto finishing table. • Apply correct finish by following specifications by using a spray gun. • May wipe excess stain and/or hand brush excess stain. • Use sand paper to scuff frames if needed. • Apply lacquer to preserve finish. • Inspects cases for runs and/or other imperfections. • Remove frame from table and push to case Inspection. • Perform all duties safely and report any safety hazards to your immediate supervisor; including techniques for grounding / bonding where needed; ensuring filters changed according to schedule and need. • Complete other assigned duties as directed by supervisor. • Maintains neat and orderly work station; keeps equipment clean. • Wear required safety glasses and work shoes; works safely and reports unsafe conditions to Dept. Supervisor. Also performs required stretching exercises. • Performs other duties as required by supervisor.
Requirements:	• Must be knowledgeable in finishing processes. • Must have ability to learn quickly and recognize parts. • Understand correct placement of parts, right / left sides, front / back. • English required for reading tickets and instructions. • Must be able to setup materials in pots. • Must be able to understand and follow a finish specification for use of correct materials.
Status:	Full Time
Shift:	First

Job Title:	Miscellaneous Job Application
Location:	Hillsville, VA
Description:	To fill out a job application without specifying a specific job, create an application for this Job.

Job Title:	MIY Picker (Furniture Order Picker)
Department:	Factory
Location:	Conover, NC
Description:	Position Summary: Preparing MIY furniture selections by picking different pieces of furniture that are to be grouped together to be ready for shipping. Position Responsibilities: • Select or pick next pieces of furniture to be grouped together to be shipped to casegoods finishing. • Place pieces on hand truck by lifting or by use of material hoist and forklift. • According to ticket, build the appropriate order of furniture needed to be wrapped together. • Apply identification pack label and verify accuracy; mark and label packages per company and DOT shipping guidelines. • Move the furniture to staging area using forklift or team lift. • Communicate with other departments ensuring complete shipment. • Maintain neat and orderly work station; performs housekeeping daily. • Ensure area has needed supplies and tools; kept in assigned locations. • Wear required safety glasses, work shoes and other PPE as defined for work area; work safely and report unsafe conditions to Dept. Supervisor. • Maintain packing materials, recycled cardboard, recycled pallets, and disposables per company housekeeping guidelines. • Understand and ensure picking and order selections specifications are met. • Measure, weigh, count items against pack slips. • Help with loading furniture on truck for transport using hand truck, pallet jack, or team lift. • Performs stretching exercises. • Performs other duties as required by supervisor.
Requirements:	• Must be knowledgeable in upholstery packing methods. • English required for reading tickets and job notes. • Must be organized and able to coordinate multiple tasks. • Must be able to effectively communicate with others. Must be able to drive forklift. Certified in forklift driving.
Status:	Full Time
Shift:	First

Job Title:	Packer
Department:	Casegoods
Location:	Conover, NC
Description:	Vanguard is seeking a hard-working, self- motivated, and disciplined individual to prepare furniture by hand packing to get ready for shipping in our Casegoods department. Vanguard prides itself on producing high end quality furniture to be handled with the upmost care when preparing to be shipped to our consumers. If you possess good organizational skills and feel like you would be a great fit this position, please apply!
Requirements:	• Must be knowledgeable in pep, pack and trim processes. • Must have ability to recognize parts and style numbers. • English required for reading tickets and instructions. • Must be able to understand and follow packing specifications.
Status:	Full Time
Shift:	First

Job Title:	Prep in Casegoods Finishing
Department:	Factory
Location:	Conover, NC
Description:	Preps whitewood cases to erase all roughness to prepare for finishing process. Read tickets and/or job notes prior to prep to verify options. Transports cases to and from workstation. Dissembles cases, removes hardware. Inspects case for areas that need repair. Repair areas by using putty knife to fill cracks, holes and any imperfections. Sands cases using jitterbug sander, hand sander to smooth all areas of case, paying close attention to detail ensuring case if free of defects. Maintains neat and orderly workstation. Wears required safely glasses and footwear; works safely and reports unsafe conditions to Dept. supervisor Performs daily stretching exercises. Performs other duties as required by supervisor.
Requirements:	Must have ability to learn quickly. Understand correct placement of case parts. English required for reading tickets and instructions. Ability to identify scratches, dents, and dings. Ability to use sandpaper, jitterbug sander, putty, epoxy, and hand tools.
Status:	Full Time
Shift:	First

Job Title:	Quality Inspector
Department:	Casegoods
Location:	Conover, NC
Description:	Vanguard is seeking a Quality Inspector in our Casegoods department. This position is responsible for examining materials for quality and defects. and ensures casegood finishes and materials are used properly to maximize productivity. An ideal candidate: Inspects all finish wood for defects Resolves quality-related issues in a timely manner Must be well disciplines, well organized and have the ability to handle pressure.. Must be capable to do some repair work. Must determine if a piece meets all quality requirements and specifications. If you feel you would fit this position, please dont hesitate to apply!
Requirements:	• Must be knowledgeable in casegood finishing methods, finishing frames and finish operations and methods. • Experience with finishes for all types of wood and veneers • Must have ability to learn quickly and recognize parts. • Understand correct placement of parts, right / left sides, front / back. • Must be able to understand and follow a finish specification for use of correct materials. • English is required to read tickets and job notes. • Attention to detail • Documentation skills • Hand/eye coordination
Status:	Full Time
Shift:	First

Job Title:	Sewing Trainee
Department:	Factory
Location:	Conover, NC
Description:	Trainees will be responsible for an investment of time and dedication into learning the craft of sewing. Trainee will be evaluated upon completion of initial training period for graduation into the final stages of the training program. Trainees will be responsible for learning how to accurately and efficiently operating sewing machine to join cut fabric pieces for upholstering.
Requirements:	• Must be able to read ticket and job notes for directions. • Must be knowledgeable in sewing methods and be able to complete job quality specifications. • Sew piece according to sewing notes. • English required for understanding of ticket, job notes and directions.
Status:	Full Time
Shift:	First

Job Title:	Upholstery Final Inspector
Department:	Factory
Location:	Conover, NC
Description:	Ensures that each piece has been deluxed (steamed, strings clipped, etc.). Ensures that the piece is built correctly according to each ticket and meets all quality requirements and specifications. • Must be able to read ticket. • Must determine if a piece meets quality requirements and specifications. • Must be able to reject pieces that don’t meet all quality requirements and specifications. • Must be disciplined, well organized and have the ability to handle pressure. • Must be capable to perform some repair work such as cushion cut downs. • Maintains neat and orderly work station. • Wears required safety glasses and work shoes; works safely and reports unsafe conditions to Dept. Supervisor. • Performs daily stretching exercises. • Performs other duties as required by supervisor.
Requirements:	• Must be knowledgeable in upholstery, sewing, frames and finish operations and methods. • English is required to read tickets and job notes.
Status:	Full Time
Shift:	First

Job Title:	Upholstery Finishing Lead
Department:	Upholstery Finishing
Location:	Conover, NC
Description:	Finishes whitewood frame to specified color and/or finish utilizing knowledge of wood properties and finish. The lead position is someone who assists the supervisor or manager, and is responsible for a team or group of employees. A lead will be the go-between for employees and management for solving problems or even for addressing general questions. Authority “EXCLUDES” hiring, terminating, employee evaluations, and disciplinary actions. Authority “INCLUDES” direct work activities. • Checks color with color panel and keeps other employees working on scheduled cases. • Perform all duties safely and report any safety hazards to your immediate supervisor; including techniques for grounding / bonding where needed; ensuring filters changed according to schedule and need.
Requirements:	• Must be knowledgeable in finishing processes. • Must have ability to learn quickly and recognize parts. • Understand correct placement of parts, right / left sides, front / back. • English required for reading tickets and instructions. • Must be able to setup materials in pots. • Must be able to understand and follow a finish specification for use of correct materials.
Status:	Full Time
Shift:	First

Job Title:	Upholstery/Trim Trainees
Department:	Factory
Location:	Conover, NC
Description:	• Trainees will be responsible for an investment of time and dedication into learning the craft of upholstery (insider) or trimming (outsider). Trainee will be evaluated upon completion of initial training period for graduation into the final stages of the training program. Trainees will be responsible for learning how to accurately and efficiently: Upholster- tear down, application of arms, seats, and backs, knowledge of styles and products, maintain high levels of quality while increasing speed and output. Trimmer - tear down, application of skirts, application of out-arms and out-backs, double welt and exposed wood, Introduction to brass nailing, and application of panels and bullion. We encourage you to apply if you are passionate, quality minded, able to work in a fast paced environment, and have excellent work history. No experience is required. Starting pay is entry level with the ability to receive increases as skill level advances.
Requirements:	• Need basic knowledge of furniture • Staple gun experience desired • Has demonstrated a willingness to learn and a high level of cooperation • Need to have been a employed for a minimum of one year • Excellent Attendance Record • Good work history – verified by current and prior managers
Status:	Full Time
Shift:	First