Furniture upholsterer

Aurora Furniture MFG in Calgary, AB is seeking a self-motivated Furniture upholsterer. This position requires the successful applicant to begin duties at the earliest opportunity. We are offering a Permanent employment or Full time opportunity. The schedule involves , 07:30 to 16:00 shifts.

Job Description

• The candidate must lay out, cut, fabricate and install upholstery.
• The candidate must tack, glue or sew ornamental trim, braids or buttons.
• The candidate must repair furniture frames and refinish wood surfaces.
• The candidate must train workers in duties and policies.
• The candidate must recommend measures to improve productivity and product quality.
• The candidate must monitor quality and production levels.
• The candidate must maintain inventory of stored material.
• The candidate must maintain quality control and production records.
• The candidate must maintain a daily log of operation, maintenance and safety activities.
• The candidate must interpret blueprints, specifications, standards, and written technical instructions.
• The candidate must inspect workplaces for safety or health hazards.
• The candidate must examine products for defects to ensure adherence to quality standards.
• The candidate must ensure that the quality of products meets established standards.
• The candidate must check products for defects and ensure conformance to company standards.
• The candidate must check products for quality and compliance with specifications.
• The candidate must check and monitor product quality.
• The candidate must troubleshoot problems related to equipment.
• The candidate must operate preset special-purpose woodworking machines to fabricate wood products.
• The candidate must hire, supervise, and train employees in the use of new equipment or production techniques.
• The candidate must monitor production and troubleshoot production problems.
• The candidate must assist with scheduling and workflow.
• The candidate must operate machinery.

Job Requirements

• The candidate must be fluent in English.
• The candidate must hold a Registered Apprenticeship certificate.
• Equivalent experience is acceptable.

Work Site Environment

• The candidate must be able to work in dusty conditions.

Work Setting

• The candidate should work in an urban area with a high population density.
• The candidate's relocation costs should not be covered by the employer; if the company does not provide a relocation package, you may request an advance on your earnings to cover some of your moving expenses.
• The candidate should work in a warehouse, which can be a noisy, busy place to work, with hundreds of warehouse operatives, pickers, and packers, working alongside many forklift truck drivers who are moving pallets between shelves.

Benefits

• The candidate will receive a dental plan covering expenses for dental treatments and procedures.
• The candidate will receive a health care plan, providing coverage for medical and surgical expenses.
• The candidate will receive free parking; there is no additional charge for parking on the property.

How to apply

Use the provided options and submit your application if you are interested.

In person

3636 11A Street SE
Calgary, AB
T2G 3H3
Between 09:30 a.m. and 03:00 p.m.

• Cover letter
• Answers to the following screening questions:
• Do you have experience working in this field?
• Do you have the required certifications listed in the job posting?
• Do you meet the language requirements listed in the job posting for the position (English or French)?