Product Development - Upholstery

Summary Job Description

This position is responsible for developing upholstery samples and making patterns for the production and manufacturing of upholstery items.

Essential Duties

Will be working with product managers and engineers to develop upholstery items

Will be making patterns for production, both hard patterns and CAD patterns

Must have a full range of knowledge of the upholstery manufacturing process

Create manufacturing specifications for cut, sew, upholstery and frame building

Ability to communicate with outside vendors

Works with minimal supervision and able to meet deadlines

Overtime may be required at times

Must follow all safety policies and procedures

All other duties as assigned

Position Requirements

Basic CAD experience required

Basic computer experience required

Minimum 5 years in upholstery manufacturing with an understanding of pattern making and product development

Physical Requirements

The physical demands and work environment expectations described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Prolonged periods of standing and performing repetitive tasks

Must be able to work in noisy environments

Frequent grasping, pushing/pulling and fine manipulation

Frequently lifting/carrying objects up to 50 lbs.; rarely lifting/carrying objects 51-75 lbs.