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 cov
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RS Upholstery Technician Sr

Gulfstream • 
Cahokia, Illinois, USA
Position Type: Permanent
Job Description:
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 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 to sign-off work.
  • Work with design/drawings to cut and install advanced custom design carpets with unique patterns.

Additional Functions:

  • Accept Lead responsibilities when needed. Oversees projects and coordinates with Lead to delegate tasks to assigned technicians. .
  • Conduct safety audits and assists 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 lesser skilled technicians and monitor their work to ensure they complete assigned tasks in accordance with required. levels of safety, quality and productivity. .
  • Work with Lead and higher skilled technicians to develop and implement process improvements reduce material cost, cycle time, and labor hours using Lean Six-Sigma tools. .
  • Perform other duties as assigned.
Job Requirements:
 
  • High School Diploma or GED required.
  • 4 years experience in upholstery to include.
  • 2 years aircraft upholstery experience.
  • Advanced knowledge of upholstery and sewing processes and products and/or advance carpet knowledge including being able to install custom carpets.

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.
Travel: Up to 25%
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