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Upholsterer

DFS FURNITURE LTD, Doncaster

Upholsterer

Salary Not Specified

DFS FURNITURE LTD, Doncaster

  • Full time
  • Permanent
  • Onsite working

Posted today, 6 Oct | Get your application in now to be one of the first to apply.

Closing date: Closing date not specified

job Ref: e4472d39de2741a7abcf5e483eaaab4e

Full Job Description

  • To be self motivated to produce high quality upholstered products in line with specifications
  • Ensure all products produced are of the highest quality ready to go to our customers
  • Prepare frames for upholstery including adding different foams and fibres
  • Use a range of springs to ensure our products are prepared for upholstery
  • In some instances, fill cushions using different fillings to complete the product
  • Work with a large range of materials including fabrics and leathers to upholster our products
  • If needed, cut various materials ready for upholstery
  • Ensure tension and straining methods are used when positioning materials
  • Use a range of trimmings and finishings including buttons, facings, piping and decorative studs
  • Use compressed air equipment like staple guns as well as hand tools
  • Creating different types of pleats including scroll arm, envelope and puckering
  • Ensure you work as part of a team on piece work production, to ensure manufacturing runs smoothly
  • Maintain your knowledge of all DFS products to ensure you know the specifications
  • Ensure that the Companys Health and Safety Policies are applied and adhered to
  • Ensure your workspace is tidy and not causing any obstruction for you or your colleagues
  • On occasion and as required assist on other areas of manufacturing

    Ability to upholsterer products
  • Ability to work in a high pressure and high volume environment
  • High attention to detail and a key eye for detail
  • Logical problem solver
  • Organised
  • Highly Motivated

    It takes a whole lot of passion to be at the centre of what makes a house feel like home and thats just what we do at DFS. Were the leading sofa retail specialist in the UK, helping people find a comfy seat on their great quality sofas since 1969.
    • We're a market leader in the UK because of one thing: our people. Our people made us who we are and will drive us into our ambitious future, together. We offer incredible opportunities to get stuck into fun and meaningful work as well as learn new skills so you can really find your thing. DFS Group is proud to be an equal opportunities employer; celebrating diversity and committed to a culture of inclusion and belonging. We extend a warm welcome to everyone, embracing a variety of voices and perspectives. As we continue to work on building a workplace that is representative of the customers we serve and the communities we live and work in, we strongly encourage applications from members of minority and under-represented groups. Across the Group, we want to create an environment where everyone feels at home. (All roles are subject to satisfactory references and DBS check)