Upholsterer / Upholstery Apprentice

About the role

An exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic Upholsterer in our Timaru factory. This role would suit someone with an interest in upholstery or craftsmanship, as training is available for those who may not have experience.

Key responsibilities

• Measuring and accurately cutting materials, working from templates and using manual and automated cutting instruments
• Operating sewing machines, staple guns and other upholstery equipment to complete furniture upholstery
• Learning LEAN manufacturing disciplines
• Increasing your knowledge and skills in a variety of areas including joinery, upholstery, furniture finishing, engineering and powder coating

About you

• Have knowledge of upholstery tools including sewing equipment
• Have a high standard of workmanship and dexterity
• An eye for detail
• The ability to think outside the square
• A strong work ethic and be self-motivated
• Experience with new furniture upholstery (desirable)
• Experience in cutting and sewing (desirable)
• Experience in pattern making (desirable)

Benefits

• A competitive hourly rate based on experience
• A supportive team environment with weekly sausage sizzles
• Learning and development opportunities working with new materials or technology, full training and support
• Support with relocation to Timaru

About us

We are a family business who have been involved in furniture manufacturing for over 30 years. With a showroom in Auckland and a manufacturing facility in Timaru we are passionate about design and work with the Design and Architecture industry New Zealand wide.