What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sewing Inspector position at Hooker Furnishings | Martinsville, VA, 24112?
The Company:
Bradington-Young is a division of Hooker Furnishings Corporation (NASDAQ: HOFT). Hooker Furnishings Corporation, in its 101st year of business, is a designer, marketer, and importer of case goods (wooden and metal furniture), leather furniture, and fabric-upholstered furniture for the residential, hospitality, and contract markets.
- We have a family-focused culture.
- We are committed to giving back to our community.
- We believe in our product and craft each piece of furniture with the utmost pride and care.
The Position:
We are looking for a dependable individual with a great attention to detail to join our sewing team as a Sewing Inspector in our Hickory, NC location.
This individual will:
- Retrieve sewn product from Buggies, belts etc. prior to inspection process.
- Inspect sewn parts for accuracy upon completion of the sewing process to include configuration of work order details.
- Record defects.
- Return defective parts to operators for corrections.
- Sort inspected products upon completion of the inspection process to include bundling of specified cushions with associated product.
- Communicate with Sewing Lead and other departmental staffing.
Candidates that will be a great fit will:
- Have previous experience in a manufacturing and/or sewing setting.
- Have previous inspection experience in a manufacturing setting.
- Be able to perform repetitive tasks such as turning wrists, bending, lift, twist, reach and turn wrists for extended periods of time.
- Have a great eye for detail.
- Be able to stand and walk for 100% of shift.
- Be able to raise up to 20 pounds of weight from floor level to waist height tabletop up to 60 times per shift.
Why should you apply?
- A company dedicated to fostering a welcoming and supportive workplace where all individuals are valued and respected.
- Competitive compensation plans.
- 8 paid holidays (Plus an additional 2 floating holidays).
- Paid sick and vacation time.
- Great day shift schedule.
- The ability to be a part of a Multinational, global organization with 14 locations in the US and offices in Vietnam and China.
- Career development focus including training opportunities and leadership development programs.
- Tuition reimbursement program.
- Emphasis on charitable giving and volunteering in our communities.
- Focus on ESG (Environmental, Social, and Corporate Governance).
- Comprehensive medical, dental, vision plans including a generous employer health saving account (HSA) contribution each plan year.
- Matching 401k employer contributions.
- The opportunity to “earn while you learn” We do not offer jobs; we offer careers and the chance to learn a trade while advancing your skills
Shift: Monday to Thursday 7am- 4:30, Friday 7am -11am
Pay: DOE