Upholsterer - Southern Motion Plant 1

## Overview **Associate Incentive Program** Southern Furniture Industries is committed to rewarding our associates by providing incentive programs for work performance, attendance, length of service and applicant referrals. We know SFI associates are our number one source for recruiting candidates for our company and are our strongest link to our community. Some of our current award programs include: - Work Schedule Complete Pay - Perfect Attendance Awards - "Quick" 30-day Holiday Pay qualification period - 3rd and 4th week of vacation pay for length of services - Tuition Reimbursement for qualified programs ## Description ### **ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS** - Completes work assignments by using staple gun, frame, cardboard, cover and other materials and tools needed to upholster furniture in accordance to required production and quality standards. ### **JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES** - Must learn to read daily schedule and various styles listed. - Understand and prioritize order of assembly in accordance to work schedule. - Monitor production throughout the day to maintain required level of production. - Identify different covers and colors for respective styles to be assembled. - Retrieve required parts from storage area for application of materials in accordance to production schedule. - Set up work station with raw materials consistent with daily production schedule. - Apply springs, hinge links and boarder wire to frame. - Apply webbing, cardboard, poly, fiber and edge roll to frame. - Apply sewn and non-sewn fabrics to frame with proper tailoring in accordance to required standards using pneumatic staple gun. - Apply paper and metal tacking strip as required by sty/e. - Install hardware mechanism to frame using pneumatic tools and required hand tools. - For styles with powered mechanisms, install power motors, connect and route wiring and install power switch to frame. - For styles with sleeper units, install bedding unit and mattress using pneumatic tools and required hand tools. - Insures total quality is used in every step of the job. - Inspects frame, cover, and sewn parts while upholstering to insure proper quality standards are used in other departments. - Communicates with supervisor and upholstery float as needed on questions or problems that occur while performing job. - Works closely with other employees on the line to maintain team concept on a daily basis. - Maintain clean and organized work station. - Assist others when necessary. - Perform any other duties as assigned. **SAFETY RESPONSIBILITES** - Who is responsible for your safety? “YOU ARE!” - Immediately report any work related injury or illness. - Keep the work area neat and free of hazards. THE USE OF COMPRESSED AIR WITHOUT PROPER SAFETY NOZZLE IS PROHIBITED FOR CLEAN-UP. - Wear required personal protective equipment at all times. - Always ensure proper lifting techniques: avoid bending and twisting at the waist whenever possible. - Inspect tools and protective equipment before use. - Learn the hazards of the equipment and procedures used on the job. - Report any defective, malfunctioning, or suspicious tool, machine, or protective equipment immediately. - Participate in safety training and safety meetings. - Report any hazards or risks related to policies or procedures. ## Requirements ### **EDUCATION AND SKILLS REQUIRED** - Basic reading and writing skills required. - Ability to read, understand and communicate the English language. - Must be able to correctly identify colors. **SAFETY** - Personal Protection Equipment should be worn at all times within the department as well as throughout the plant where designated. - Safety is enforced each day to prevent any accidents.