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About Williams-Sonoma DC - Sutter Street

Since it was founded in 1956, Williams - Sonoma has grown from Chuck Williams' single store in Sonoma, CA into one of the largest retailers in the country, with some best known and most beloved brands in home furnishings, including Williams - Sonoma, Pottery Barn and West Elm.

Our Distribution Centers serve as vital connections between factories and our retail, online and mail-order customers around the world. The Supply Chain environment is dynamic and fast-paced, and the network is expanding rapidly. If you have a background in distribution, manufacturing, engineering, transportation, finance, human resources, or home delivery - and are looking for a job with a strong opportunity for gaining new skills and for advancement - our Supply Chain Organization could be just the place for you.

Williams-Sonoma, Inc Supply Chain Overview

By managing resources responsibly, caring for our people, and uniting around our values, we lead our industry and are proud to be recognized for our continuous action and progress in the following areas: Barron's 100 Most Sustainable Companies; Forbes Best Employers for Women and Diversity; Newsweek America's Most Responsible Companies; and USA Today Customer Service Champions. These honors reflect that we are truly a people-first organization. 

• Over 4,000 Full-Time Associates across the Supply Chain
• 14.5M square feet of small parcel, personalization, furniture, and manufacturing space in the domestic US, Williams-Sonoma has developed an agile and capable distribution network consisting of the following:
  • Large package / furniture distribution centers located in Southern California, Northern California, Texas, Georgia, and New Jersey totaling 9.2M square feet plus another 1.2M square feet of standalone final-mile furniture hubs.
• Small package eCommerce distribution centers located in Mississippi and Arizona totaling 3.2M square feet, consisting of over 1,000 full-time associates and 1,500 seasonal/temporary associates in Mississippi
  • Sutter Street Manufacturing upholstery factories located in North Carolina and Mississippi totaling with over 1,400 full-time employees producing approximately $900 million to $1 billion in sales of upholstered furniture
• Transportation Department for Ocean, Air, Trucking, and Rail consisting of over 30 transportation professionals located in Memphis, TN
• 700 associates in our Sourcing offices in 10 countries in Asia and Europe including China, Vietnam, Singapore, India, Italy, and Turkey

TheFurniture Hand Tie Spring-Up position is located in Claremont, NC.

You'll be excited about this opportunity because you will....

• Position and secure coil springs according to design specifications and production requirements.
• Perform traditional 8-way hand-tied spring-up construction on sofas, chairs, ottomans and other upholstered furniture.
• Install jute webbing and prepare furniture frames for spring-up construction.
• Tie springs in multiple directions to ensure proper support, comfort and durability.
• Build and shape spring decks to achieve desired seating comfort and appearance.
• Install spring-up materials and components according to production specifications.
• Inspect spring units and foundations for quality, consistency and structural integrity.
• Collaborate with upholsterers and production team members to meet manufacturing schedules and quality expectations.
• Maintain tools, materials and work areas in a safe and organized condition.
• Ability to maintain high standards of accuracy in all tasks, ensuring materials and components meet quality standards.

Note: This job description reflects essential functions. It does not prescribe or restrict the number or types of tasks that may be assigned or reassigned during the conduct of business.

Check out some of the required qualifications we are looking for in amazing candidates....

• At least 8-10 years of experience in upholstery or upholstered furniture manufacturing.
• Knowledge of traditional upholstery techniques, including webbing, spring placement and hand tying.
• Experience reading and understanding production tickets and specifications.
• Ability to follow detailed instructions and interpret production requirements.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality standards.
• Ability to perform multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment to assure delivery requirements.
• Good communication skills (oral and written).
• Ability to keep accurate records and follow documented procedures and standards.
• Excellent time-management skills, including the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

We prefer some of these qualities as well....

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Experience with traditional 8-way hand-tied spring-up construction.

Review these physical requirements, as they play a major part in this role....

• Ability to frequently lift furniture components weighing approximately 50-75 lbs.
• Ability to stand for 10-hour periods and bend, twist and reach as required to complete upholstery production tasks.
• Ability to use hand tools and perform repetitive hand movements throughout the shift.

Our company benefits are second to none in the industry....

• Generous discount on all Williams-Sonoma, Inc. brand products
• 401(k) plan and other investment opportunities
• Paid vacations, Employee Assistance Programs, Time Off to Volunteer, Matching Gifts Community Service Program, and Holidays (in some locations)
• Health benefits, dental and vision insurance, including same-sex domestic partner benefits, Legal and Identity Protection Plans and Pet Insurance
• For more information on our benefits offerings, please visit MyWSIBenefits.com
• To learn more about our Supply Chain culture and regional associate events, please visit: https://shorturl.at/R3OAX (Login credentials may be required)

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