Upholstery Production Operator

Company: Avalon & Tahoe Mfg
Location: Lansing
Posted on: April 1, 2026

Job Description:

Description Job Summary: The upholstery laborer fabricates various furniture pieces by pulling vinyl upholstery pieces over pre-assembled wood and foam furniture cores. The completed furniture is then placed in a staging area to be taken to the assembly line. The upholsterers support the furniture fabricators and the assembly line. Key Responsibilities: Adheres to all safety policies and procedures Follows all pre-established installation and quality methods, procedures and guidelines to ensure consistency of work Reads order-specific job travelers and/or engineered drawings to ensure each order is produced to specifications Uses various hand tools, stapler, and industrial steamer to complete furniture pieces Completes all job duties within given time constraints Performs other duties as assigned Cross-trains between several different jobs Cleans and maintains work area Pursues continuous improvement to improve efficiency of job duties and work flow Qualifications Job Requirements: High school diploma or GED Attention to detail Excellent problem solving skills Good verbal and written communication skills Needs good visual judgment to notice errors and/or defects Ability to accurately read a tape measure Ability to follow verbal and written instructions Ability to work in a fast paced, multifunctional team oriented work environment Ability to work variable hours with short notice (up to 50 hrs. per week) Physical Requirements and Environment: Must be physically capable of safely lifting a minimum of 50 lbs. without assistance Involves standing, bending, and lifting for long periods as required Requires repetitive movement and extensive use of hands Includes exposure to noise levels that are distracting and/or uncomfortable Requires wearing personal protective equipment

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