Upholstery Technician II

Upholstery Technician II

Location: Savannah, GA

Pay: $25.66/hr

Schedule Shift: 1st shift (5:30 AM to 4:00 PM)

Job Type: 12‑month contract

Essential Functions:

• Fabricate and install flat panels and curtains using design/engineering drawings and aircraft specifications; may sew simple covers following the same specifications.
• Work with fabric, vinyl, leather hides, composites, and other materials using specified adhesives, sewing equipment, hardware, hand tools, and various power tools.
• Cut and surge carpets, cover bulkheads, and cover/install panels. May also fabricate various metal parts; fit panels and windows; and install cabin headliners, upper sidewalls, lower side panels, hatch panels, and windows.
• Use the material tracking system to create parts demands, track squawks, and sign off work.
• Collaborate with leads and higher-skilled technicians to develop and implement process improvements that increase safety and reduce cost, cycle time, and man‑hours using Lean Manufacturing and other process‑improvement techniques.
• Comply with safety, 5S, and housekeeping policies, and use personal protective equipment as required.
• Address unsafe conditions before putting others at risk.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Two years of experience using commercial sewing machines, sergers, and/or various hand tools used in upholstery and carpet trades.
• Experience in the aerospace industry preferred.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English proficiently.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and engineering documentation.
• Ability to use measuring tools and perform basic math computations.
• Computer literacy required.
• Ability to climb ladders and stairs, work in small or restricted areas, lift up to 40 pounds, and work any shift.

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