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Re-Upholsterer
- Aggregated by CV-Library
- Telford, Telford and Wrekin
- Permanent
- Full Time
- £31,200 - £31,200 Per Hour
Job Description
Monday - Friday, 8am - 4pm
Key Responsibilities
* Reupholster and refurbish a range of commercial furniture and products.
* Strip existing upholstery and prepare products for refurbishment.
* Cut, shape and fit foam, wadding, fabrics and other upholstery materials.
* Measure and cut materials accurately to minimise unnecessary waste.
* Work from patterns, templates and job instructions where required.
* Identify and report damaged frames, components or other issues requiring repair.
* Inspect completed work to ensure the required quality and finish.
* Complete work within agreed timescales and production requirements.
* Use tools and equipment correctly and safely.
* Maintain a clean, organised and safe working area.
* Work positively and collaboratively with other members of the PRC team.
Essential Skills & Experience
* Previous upholstery or reupholstery experience.
* Good practical upholstery skills and knowledge of upholstery techniques.
* Experience working with different fabrics, foams and upholstery materials.
* Ability to consistently produce a good-quality finish.
* Good attention to detail and practical problem-solving ability.
* Ability to work efficiently and follow job instructions.
* Good with Technology.
* Reliable, hardworking and able to work effectively as part of a team.
* A positive attitude and willingness to learn and develop additional skills.
Desirable Skills
Experience in any of the following would be beneficial:
* Commercial or contract furniture.
* Furniture refurbishment and repair.
* Furniture frame construction or basic woodwork.
* Working with different types of commercial seating and furniture.
* Other practical refurbishment, assembly or product repair skills
Key Responsibilities
* Reupholster and refurbish a range of commercial furniture and products.
* Strip existing upholstery and prepare products for refurbishment.
* Cut, shape and fit foam, wadding, fabrics and other upholstery materials.
* Measure and cut materials accurately to minimise unnecessary waste.
* Work from patterns, templates and job instructions where required.
* Identify and report damaged frames, components or other issues requiring repair.
* Inspect completed work to ensure the required quality and finish.
* Complete work within agreed timescales and production requirements.
* Use tools and equipment correctly and safely.
* Maintain a clean, organised and safe working area.
* Work positively and collaboratively with other members of the PRC team.
Essential Skills & Experience
* Previous upholstery or reupholstery experience.
* Good practical upholstery skills and knowledge of upholstery techniques.
* Experience working with different fabrics, foams and upholstery materials.
* Ability to consistently produce a good-quality finish.
* Good attention to detail and practical problem-solving ability.
* Ability to work efficiently and follow job instructions.
* Good with Technology.
* Reliable, hardworking and able to work effectively as part of a team.
* A positive attitude and willingness to learn and develop additional skills.
Desirable Skills
Experience in any of the following would be beneficial:
* Commercial or contract furniture.
* Furniture refurbishment and repair.
* Furniture frame construction or basic woodwork.
* Working with different types of commercial seating and furniture.
* Other practical refurbishment, assembly or product repair skills