Upholstery TraineeDo you like working with hand tools?Do you like building things?Are you excited about the idea of earning more as you grow in skill and speed?The Company:HF Custom (formerly Sam Moore Furniture), a division of Hooker Furnishings Corporation (NASDAQ: HOFT), is currently recruiting for an Upholstery Trainee to work in our plant in Bedford, VA.
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 great attention to detail to join our upholstery team as a trainee. This individual will:
- Learn to turn and move furniture on platforms to place fabric and leather properly
- Train on how to use a hammering motion to apply material to furniture frames
- Begin learning how to read diagrams and apply materials using proper measurements
- Practice using staple guns and hand tools such as a pneumatic screwdriver, mallet, scissors, utility knife, and hot melt glue gun
Candidates that will be a great fit will: - Have an interest in learning upholstery skills
- Be comfortable with physical tasks such as standing 8-9 hours a day and working independently
- Be open to learning how to use hand tools and lift up to 50 lbs
- Have strong attention to detail and a desire to produce not just quantity, but high-quality work
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, and vision plans including a generous employer health savings 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 Friday 7:00 am - 3:30 pm
Pay: $17/hr - $18/hr
Interested? Apply today!