*HOT JOB* Upholstery Tech Sr - Savannah

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 4 years' experience in upholstery to include.
• 2 years of aircraft upholstery experience.
• Advanced knowledge of upholstery and sewing processes and products and/or advanced carpet knowledge including being able to install custom carpets.

Work independently to design, fabricate, and install upholstery and trim items in aircraft interiors. Assist Shop Lead by overseeing projects and providing guidance and direction to co-workers. Mentor and train other Upholstery Technicians.

Essential Functions:

• Fabricate and install seat covers, curtains, and various assemblies and subassemblies.
• Interpret material specifications and design/engineering drawings to ensure the finished product meets design and engineering requirements.
• Sew, fabricate, and install covers for all styles of panels in the aircraft interior while meeting safety, quality, and productivity standards and goals.
• Use the material tracking system, Corridor, to create parts demand, track squawks and sign off work.
• Work with design/drawings to cut and install advanced custom-designed carpets with unique patterns.
• Which Program does this requirement support? Completions
• Sewing, patterning, cover install, closet linings, flooring fabrication, (daily role will vary based on schedules and business needs)
• The technician will be working in an upholstery shop that supports the lining of closets, fabrication of divans, fabrication of lav seats, flooring, curtains, and other various upholstery tasks.

Additional Functions:

• Accept Lead responsibilities when needed. Oversees projects and coordinates with the Lead to delegate tasks to assigned technicians.
• Conduct safety audits and assist team members in doing safety audits.
• Assist in maintaining shop equipment and associated JSAs.
• Comply with and champion Safety, 5S, and housekeeping policies and ensure the protection of aircraft interiors (PTP).
• Mentor and train less skilled technicians and monitor their work to ensure they complete assigned tasks in accordance with requirements, levels of safety, quality, and productivity.
• Work with Lead and higher skilled technicians to develop and implement process improvements to reduce material cost, cycle time, and labor hours using Lean Six Sigma tools.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• No travel required

Requirements:

• Patterning, sewing, cover installing experience.
• Prior GAC experience is not necessary.
• Upholstery Industry background

Other Requirements:

• Possess a working knowledge of Gulfstream inspection and process specifications and terminology.
• The ability to read, write, speak, and understand proficiently the English language.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and engineering documentation.
• Must be computer literate.
• Able to climb ladders and stairs, work in small, restricted areas, lift up to 40 pounds, and work any shift.
• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.

Education and Experience Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 4 years' experience in upholstery to include.
• 2 years of aircraft upholstery experience.
• Advanced knowledge of upholstery and sewing processes and products and/or advanced carpet knowledge including being able to install custom carpets.