Upholstery Tech II
Unique Skills:
Craft the finest interiors in aviation.
Aircraft Company is looking for skilled upholstered to craft unique designs in award-winning cabins.
Education and Experience Requirements
High School Diploma or GED required. 2 years experience using commercial sewing machines, sergers and/or various hand tools used in upholstery and carpet trades. Experience in aerospace industry preferred..
Position Purpose:
Under minimal supervision fabricate and install upholstery, cover panels, and make simple patterns for aircraft interiors using design/engineering drawings and aircraft specifications. Job Description
Principle Duties and Responsibilities:
Essential Functions:
Fabricate, using design/engineering drawings and aircraft specifications, cover and install flat panels and curtains. May sew simple covers using design/engineering drawings and aircraft specifications. Work with fabric, vinyl and leather hides, composites and other materials using specified adhesives, sewing equipment, hardware, hand tools and various power tools. Cut and surge carpets, cover bulkheads and cover/install panels. May be responsible to fabricate various metal parts, fit panels and windows, cabin head liners, upper sidewalls, lower side panels, hatch panels, and windows. . Use the material tracking system to create parts demand, track squawks and to sign-off work.
Additional Functions:
1. Work with lead and higher skilled technicians to develop and implement process improvements that increase safety, reduce, cost, cycle time, and man-hours using Lean Manufacturing and other process improvement techniques. . 2. Use the material tracking system, Corridor, to create parts demands, track squawks and to sign-off work. . 3. Comply with safety, 5S, and housekeeping policies and use personal protective equipment as required. . 4. Address unsafe conditions before putting others as risk. .
Perform other duties as assigned.
Other Requirements:
Ability to read, write, speak, and understand proficiently the English language. Ability to read and interpret blueprints and engineering documentation. Ability to use measuring tools and perform basic math computations. Must be computer literate. Able to climb ladders and stairs, work in small restricted areas, lift up to 40 pounds and work any shift.
The Structures Company is a national staffing firm specializing in contract, contract to hire, and direct hire placement opportunities. Our clients rely on us to support their engineering, IT, Production, Maintenance & Repair, and support staff. Our niche recruiting team is one of our biggest strengths and is why we are a top provider of talented professionals to the majority of our clients. They will help you identify the opportunity that best fits your interests while also providing industry-leading customer service. We support the majority of aerospace OEMs and tier 1 suppliers across the United States. The Structures Company LLC is an Affirmative Action/ Equal Opportunity Employer (or AA/ EOE)
