Upholstery Technician II: 133546

Essential Functions:
*Fabricate, using design/engineering drawings and aircraft specifications, cover and install flat panels and curtains.
*May sew simple covers using design/engineering drawings and aircraft specifications.
*Work with fabric, vinyl and leather hides, composites and other materials using specified adhesives, sewing equipment, hardware, hand tools and various power tools.
*Cut and surge carpets, cover bulkheads and cover/install panels.
*May be responsible to fabricate various metal parts, fit panels and windows, cabin head liners, upper sidewalls, lower side panels, hatch panels, and windows.
*Use the material tracking system to create parts demand, track squawks and to sign-off work.
*Work with lead and higher skilled technicians to develop and implement process improvements that increase safety, reduce, cost, cycle time, and man-hours using Lean Manufacturing and other process improvement techniques.
*Use the material tracking system, Corridor, to create parts demands, track squawks and to sign-off work.
*Comply with safety, 5S, and housekeeping policies and use personal protective equipment as required.
*Address unsafe conditions before putting others as risk.
*Performs other duties as required. Education and Experience Requirements:
*High School Diploma/GED.
*Two (2) years experience using commercial sewing machines, sergers and/or various hand tools used in upholstery and carpet trades.
*Experience in aerospace industry preferred.
*Aircraft Seating Foam/Cover Experience Preferred
*Ability to read, write, speak, and understand proficiently the English language.
*Ability to read and interpret blueprints and engineering documentation.
*Ability to use measuring tools and perform basic math computations.
*Must be computer literate.
*Able to climb ladders and stairs, work in small restricted areas, lift up to 40 pounds and work any shift