What are the responsibilities and job description for the Padder Foam-Day position at American Leather?
Factory Unlike Any Other
The American Leather factory is unique in the furniture industry. It allows us to create custom luxury furniture in Dallas, Texas, and deliver it to consumers' homes via our retail partners in about 30 days. Blending the best in technology, efficient systems, and state-of-the-art craftsmanship allows us to offer the most beautiful styles, innovative mechanisms, and a range of custom options.
Each valued operations team member is key to upholding American Leather's commitment to quality, workmanship, and service. We look forward to receiving your application to join our exceptional team.
Summary
Under the direction of the Foam Department Supervisor or Assistant Supervisor, the Padder is responsible for the safe and efficient joining of foam using water-based adhesives, staple guns, and other hand tools.
Minimum Qualifications
The American Leather factory is unique in the furniture industry. It allows us to create custom luxury furniture in Dallas, Texas, and deliver it to consumers' homes via our retail partners in about 30 days. Blending the best in technology, efficient systems, and state-of-the-art craftsmanship allows us to offer the most beautiful styles, innovative mechanisms, and a range of custom options.
Each valued operations team member is key to upholding American Leather's commitment to quality, workmanship, and service. We look forward to receiving your application to join our exceptional team.
Summary
Under the direction of the Foam Department Supervisor or Assistant Supervisor, the Padder is responsible for the safe and efficient joining of foam using water-based adhesives, staple guns, and other hand tools.
Minimum Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Previous experience in a manufacturing or production environment.
- Ability to read and interpret technical documents and specifications.
- Experience in upholstery or furniture manufacturing.
- Familiarity with foam materials and their properties.
- Basic knowledge of safety standards in a manufacturing setting.
- Apply foam padding to furniture components according to specifications and quality standards.
- Inspect materials and finished products for defects and ensure compliance with safety regulations.
- Collaborate with team members to optimize production processes and improve efficiency.
- Maintain a clean and organized work area to promote safety and productivity.
- Document production activities and report any issues to the supervisor promptly.
- Manual dexterity with the ability to operate hand and power tools, including spray guns
- Ability to work independently
- Flexibility to work a changing work schedule according to production demands
- Ability to work collaboratively with other departments
- Attention to detail
- Ability to work in cold and hot environments
- Ability to work with strict deadlines
- Ability to lift a minimum of 30 lbs.
- Ability to work in a production environment using PPE
- Continuous standing for extended periods (minimum 8-hour shift)
- Frequent lifting and turning using arms and torso (minimum 8-hour shift)
- Frequent bending, pushing, leaning, and twisting (minimum 8-hour shift)
- Competitive compensation and health insurance include medical, dental, vision, life, short/long-term disability, a flexible spending account, and a 401k plan. We also have an on-site wellness/fitness center that includes free personal training 2 times a week and yoga sessions once a week.