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Upholstery Lead

American Leather Operations LLC
Conover, NC Full Time
POSTED ON 9/18/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/15/2027

JOB DESCRIPTION

JOB TITLE: Upholstery Lead

DEPARTMENT: Upholstery

FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt

LOCATION: Plant 5 - Conover, N.C.

Schedule: Monday-Thursday 6:00 AM – 4:30 PM & Friday 6:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.

Overtime may be required beyond the posted work schedule and/or a varied schedule may be required per business needs

SUMMARY

Reporting to the Upholstery , the Upholstery Lead oversees the Insider and Trimmers of Upholstery to ensure production flow, quality, and efficiency levels meet company expectations. Additionally, the Lead works with the Manager to handle personnel and performance issues.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Directing the Upholstery (inside/trim) associates
  • Answering questions from Upholstery (inside/trim) associates on various issues from quality, efficiency, procedure, training, and production/workflow
  • Leading and instructing the Upholstery team so tasks are completed in a timely and efficient manner
  • Managing Upholstery department attendance and filling in when necessary to. Assisting as needed in the Upholstery (inside/trim) areas to help with production flow
  • Maintaining safety, quality and machinery standards at all times
  • All other duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS & ABILITIES

  • Upholstery (inside and outside) Knowledge (2 years preferred)
  • LEAN manufacturing a plus
  • Lead/Supervisory role experience a plus
  • Effective communication skills (taking notes, retention of information & instructions, able to communicate in person and via email, phone)

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

  • High School Diploma or GED preferred
  • Ability to work full-time

EFFORT

  • Able to lift/carry/push/pull at least 50 lbs.
  • Able to stand for 10 hours daily
  • Must be able to frequently walk up and down stairs to access and move between departments.


    We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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