Job Title: Fabric and Leather Cut Machine Operator

Department: Cutting

Reports To: Cutting Supervisor

Salary: Non-Exempt, Hourly Pay Rate

Location: Conover, NC

Hours: Mon. – Thur. from 6a – 3:30p and Fri. 6a – 10a. Overtime as required.

Description

Operate the Gerber Z and/or Taurus Cutting machines efficiently and accurately. These machines cut fabric and/or leather for furniture patterns.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Load rolls of fabric or leather onto the machine for cutting.
• Accurately inspect fabric or leather for flaws prior to running the cutting program.
• Accurately load the computer program to cut the correct pattern needed for the production ticket.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education, Experience and Other Qualifications:

• Must be able to read/write English.
• Must be able to read a ruler.
• Must be able to read a production ticket in English.
• Must be able to accurately operate the computer program needed for each machine.
• Must be able to bend/stoop.
• Must be able to perform and meet established goals in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Must consistently push/pull and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Strong communication skills is a must to convey information in both written and oral form.
• Strict attention to detail.
• Must be a team player with a positive attitude.
• Must be able to work with minimum supervision.
• Must have reliable transportation.
• Must be able to walk and stand for a minimum of 8 hours per day.
• Must be able to work Weekends and Overtime.
• Must be able to wear required PPE such as Safety Glasses and closed-toe/closed-heel shoes.
• Must be able to adhere to all Safety Policies and Procedures to prevent injuries to yourself and others.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Environment:

• Climate-controlled furniture manufacturing plant. Concrete floors.

Employee Benefits:

• Competitive Starting Wages
• Standard Benefits | Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, HSA, Flex Spending Plans, Life, Disability, Accidental, Hospital, Critical Illness, Hospital Care, Fraud Protection, and many others
• Paid Time Off & Holidays | Pro-Rated Based on Hire Date Paid Holidays
• Career Pathway | Opportunities for Advancement
• On-Site Medical Clinic
• Employee Discounts
• Members Credit Union and YMCA

Want to Know More About Us?

We were founded in 1986 on a simple idea: Furniture and décor should be sustainably sourced, lovingly made, and built to last. Today, we partner with artisans around the world who share our vision, creating beautiful, heirloom-quality pieces that can be used—and loved—for generations.

Our Commitment to the Earth

Through our Green Initiative, our artisan partners use sustainably sourced, reclaimed, and recycled materials as much as possible. From harvesting wood from mango trees that no longer produce fruit, to repurposing recycled copper, we take pride in giving new life to what would otherwise be discarded.

Our Pledge for Inclusion

We save a seat at the table for everyone, because we know with absolute certainty that diversity is what makes the world a beautiful, interesting place to live. Regardless of race, age, gender, or background—all are welcome here.

Arhaus is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. Arhaus is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment.

Experience

• 3 year(s): Fabric / Leather Cutting Machine Operator