Jobs - Vanguard Furniture

$2,500 Sign On Bonus Experienced Finishers/Spray Operators for Casegoods Conover, NCFull TimeFirst Shift

$2,500 Sign On Bonus Experienced Frame Builders/Assemblers Conover, NCFull TimeFirst Shift

$2,500 Sign On Bonus for Experienced Upholstery Finishers Conover, NCFull TimeFirst Shift

$2,500 Sign On Bonus for Experienced Border Sewer and Topstitch Sewer Conover, NCFull TimeFirst Shift

$2,500 Sign On Bonus for Experienced Finish Repair Conover, NCFull TimeFirst Shift

Job Title:	$2,500 Sign On Bonus for Experienced Finish Repair
Location:	Conover, NC
Description:	Shape, finish, and refinish damaged, worn, or used furniture or new high-grade to specified color finish. Recognize wood species characteristics. Cut,shape, fit, or join wood or other construction materials. Finish or refinish floor, furniture, or related wood surfaces. Mix paint, ingredients, or chemicals, according to specifications. Prepare building surfaces for paint, finishes, wallpaper, or adhesives. Move or lift heavy objects. Examine products or work to verify conformance to specifications. Fabricate, assemble, or disassemble manufactured products by hand. Make independent judgement in assembly procedures. Apply adhesives, caulking, sealants, or coatings. Apply protective coating to products. Perform safety inspections in manufacturing or industrial setting. Read production layouts. Use had or power tools.
Requirements:	Experience working w/ finishes for all types of woods & veneers. Capable to mix ingredients to obtain specified colors/shade to specifications or match existing finishes. Ability to achieve color consistency & color matches on a regular basis. Calculates mic ratios as per manufacturer's specs. Ability to apply primer, top coat paint, stain, & any wiped or spray-applied coatings to detailed parts as per customer specifications & industry quality standards. Skilled in removing excess material & prepares the surface for finishing. Must be familiar with & have operational knowledge of department tools. Familiar with reading a ruler & have basic math skills. Ability to work as a part of a team. Ability to keep a clean & organized work space & meet deadlines. Effective verbal communication skills. Must be professional & reliable. Wear required safety glasses & work shoes; works safely & reports unsafe conditions to Department supervisor. Also performs required stretching exercises. Performs other duties as required by supervisor.
Status:	Full Time
Shift:	First

$2,500 Sign on Bonus for Experienced Insider/Upholsterers and Trimmers Conover, NCFull TimeFirst Shift

$2,500 Sign On Bonus for Experienced Spring up/8 way Hand Tier Conover, NCFull TimeFirst Shift

$2,500 Sign On Bonus for Experienced Spring up/8 way Hand Tier Morganton, NCFull TimeFirst Shift

Bill of Material Coordinator Conover, NCFull TimeFirst Shift

Cartoner Conover, NCFull TimeFirst Shift

Continuous Improvement Industrial Engineer Conover, NCFull TimeFirst Shift$DOE

Experienced Auto CAD Cutter (1st and 3rd Shift) Conover, NCFull Time

Experienced Bed Upholsterer and Bed Upholstery Trainees Conover, NCFull TimeFirst Shift

Experienced Finishers/Spray Operators for Case goods Morganton, NCFull TimeFirst Shift

Experienced Furniture Packer (Wrapline) Conover, NCFull TimeFirst Shift

Experienced Upholstery Sander Conover, NCFull TimeFirst Shift

Experienced Upholstery Supervisor Conover, NCFull TimeFirst Shift

Fabric Puller/Handler (1st and 3rd shift) Conover, NCFull Time

Fabric Receiver Conover, NCFull TimeFirst Shift

Job Title:	Fabric Receiver
Supervisor:	Sandra Brown
Location:	Conover, NC
Description:	Position Summary: Receives fabric to meet quality standards for completion of furniture orders. Position Responsibilities: • Assists in unloading trucks, opening packages, and processing paperwork for all fabrics, trims, leather hides, etc. sent inbound to complete furniture orders. • Measure fabric using rolling/measuring machine to confirm sufficient / correct yardage for order. • Inspect fabric for quality control; determining flaws, damages, defects, and patter repeat issues related to particular furniture styles. • Compare colors, shapes, textures, or grades of products or materials with color charts, templates, or samples to verify conformance to standards. • Record receiving, inspection or measurement data, such as weights, grades, and quantities inspected or graded. • Mark items with details such as grade or acceptance-rejection status. • Weigh fabric back from cutting machines and put in correct bin location. • Roll fabrics for cut yardage, swatches and for other teams as needed. • Notify supervisors or other personnel of quality and / or production problems. • Reject fabrics not meeting specifications. • Process production tickets by matching to fabrics staged for each production week, and delivering tickets and fabrics to cutters. • Performs daily and other required inventory cycle counts. • Maintains neat and orderly work station. • Wears required safety glasses and other PPE as required; works safely and reports unsafe conditions to Dept. Supervisor. • Performs other duties as required by supervisor.
Requirements:	• 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. • 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.
Status:	Full Time
Shift:	First

Frame Delivery/Straight Truck Driver (Manual Driver) Conover, NCFull TimeFirst Shift

Frame Stock Puller Conover, NCFull TimeFirst Shift

Hand Cutter/Repair Cutter Conover, NCFull TimeFirst Shift

Machine Offbearer Conover, NCFull TimeFirst Shift

Miscellaneous Job Application Morganton, NC

Miscellaneous Job Application Conover, NC

Packer/Unpacker Morganton, NCFull TimeFirst Shift

Shipping Associate Conover, NCFull TimeFirst Shift

Job Title:	Shipping Associate
Supervisor:	Chris Pack
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

Upholsterers Hillsville, VAFull TimeFirst Shift

Job Title:	Upholsterers
Location:	Hillsville, VA
Description:	Currently offering a $500 Sign-On Bonus for Experienced Upholsterers. Upholsterers needed both experienced and trainees. Sign-on bonus is for Experienced applicants only. 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 Morganton, NCFull TimeFirst Shift

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