About this role
Position Summary :
An Upholstery Cutter is responsible for manually cutting the pieces of fabric using scissors or a cutting knife (or both). The Cutter cuts the fabric using a pattern.
Key Responsibilities :
- Ability to read production tickets and any special instructions
- Utilize tools such as scissors, electric cutting knife, hand-held knife, chalk, ruler
- Cut fabric from roll according to specifications
- Must lay out pattern pieces properly and cut fabric exactly so that all points match
- Must use fabric efficiently to minimize as little waste as possible
- Ability to work at a productive pace with no errors
- Understanding of fabric layout-COM, Center cut, flow match, plain cover
- Ability to adjust patterns as needed for custom pieces that may differ from standard
- Must be knowledgeable in upholstery methods and be able to complete quality specifications.
- This position requires manual dexterity, fine motor skills, and attention to detail to meet high quality standards.
- Must be able to stand, walk, stoop, and bend for 8 hours or more daily.
- Requires lifting 0-25 lbs continuously, 25-50 lbs occasionally
Requirements
Experience/Certifications/Education :
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Previous experience with upholstery or furniture manufacturing
Abilities/Key Competencies/Skills :
- Must be able to work thoughtfully and thoroughly with continuous attention to detail
- Ability to stand, walk, stoop and bend for eight hours or more daily
- Ability to learn quickly and retain a wide range of small details concerning multiple product types, tasks, system processes, issues, and/or projects
- Excellent time management and organizational skills
- Comfortable multi-tasking, or, pivoting between tasks as the need arises
- Willingness to learn new products, procedures, and processes as business needs change
- A friendly attitude with the ability to deliver exceptional customer service and be a team player and stay self-motivated in a fast-paced environment