POSITION SUMMARY
Fabricate, sew, and glue various fabrics and materials to assemble aircraft interior components, upholstery, and trim items, according to specifications, using hand tools, power tools, sewing machines, and shop equipment.
JOB RESPONSIBLITIES
- Measure, cut, and sew fabrics and leathers utilizing areas of the leather hides for the best finish results.
- Cut, bond and assemble seat cushion foam to final design and style.
- Design and fabricate quality patterns for upholstery and foam build for VIP aircraft seating.
- Operate sewing machine to seam cushions and join various sections of covering material.
- Fit, install, and secure material on work piece, using hand tools, power tools, glue, cement, and staples.
- Adjust and replace webbing, padding, and springs and secure them in place.
- Read Engineering drawings, apply knowledge and experience with materials to determine type and quantities of material that will be required for each project.
- Draw cutting lines on material following pattern, templates, sketches and blueprints, using chalk, pencil, paint, and other method.
- Identify areas of potential problems in the upholstery and bring a solution.
ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Education:
- High school diploma or equivalent
Experience:
- 5 - 7 years upholstery experience required
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
- Assignments require Standard Knowledge of a Technical Area. Rapid learning and application of new information and concepts within the Technical Area begins to take place at this level.
- Experience applying various fabrics, leathers and materials for upholstery work
- Working knowledge in the operation of various hand tools (spray guns, sanders, grinders, saws, drill press, sewing machines, etc.)
- Aircraft, automotive, and/or marine upholstery experience a plus
- Ability to read and follow blueprints and engineering drawings
- Ability to lift and carry objects weighing up to 30 lbs.
- Strong attention to high quality, detailed work
- Patience and willingness to perform repetitive routines
- Basic computer skills.
- Organized and detailed oriented.
Working Conditions / Environment/ Special Requirements
- Ability to work in a safe professional manner adhering to all regulatory requirements including, OSHA, EPA, State and Federal regulations.
GENERAL COMMITMENT FOR ALL EMPLOYEES
- Commitment to company values and complies with department norms, policies, directives, and procedures.
- Incorporates Lean and P3E processes and concepts into daily activities.
- Strive for continuous improvement to processes and procedures.
- Honors and protects confidential and proprietary documents and information.
- Satisfies work schedule requirements.
The job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties or responsibilities that are required by the employee. Performs other duties as assigned.
