Soft Furnishings Technician

About NuAge Foam Inc.

We are a leading manufacturer of high-quality foam products, and we are seeking a skilled Upholstery Craftsman to join our team.

Job Summary

The Upholstery Craftsman will be responsible for restoring and reupholstering furniture to its original glory, using a range of techniques and materials.

Key Responsibilities

• Restoration and Reupholstery: Use a variety of techniques and materials to restore and reupholster furniture, including replacing worn-out webbing, springs, and other furniture parts.
• Upholstery Fabrication: Lay out, cut, fabricate, and install upholstery, using a range of materials and techniques.
• Trim and Ornamentation: Tack, glue, or sew ornamental trim, braids, or buttons to add a finishing touch to our furniture.
• Furniture Repair: Repair furniture frames and refinish wood surfaces to ensure our products are of the highest quality.
• Operational Efficiency: Operate sewing machines or sew by hand to ensure efficient production and high-quality results.

Work Environment and Physical Capabilities

• Attention to Detail: Maintain a high level of attention to detail to ensure our products meet the highest standards.
• Hand-Eye Coordination: Possess good hand-eye coordination to perform tasks that require manual dexterity.

Support for Newcomers and Refugees

• Settlement Support: Assist with immediate settlement needs of newcomers and/or refugees, including housing, transportation, storage, childcare, and winter clothing.
• Social and Labour Market Integration: Support the social and labour market integration of newcomers and/or refugees, including facilitating access to community resources, language training, and skills training.
• Credential Recognition: Support newcomers and/or refugees with foreign credential recognition.
• Mentorship Programs: Offer mentorship programs that pair newcomers and/or refugees with experienced employees.

Support for Youths

• On-the-Job Training: Offer on-the-job training tailored to youth.
• Mentorship and Coaching: Offer mentorship, coaching, and/or networking opportunities for youth.
• Welcoming Work Environment: Provide awareness training to employees to create a welcoming work environment for youth.

Support for Veterans

• Targeted Hiring Initiatives: Recruit Veterans and other candidates with military experience through targeted hiring initiatives, including job fairs and outreach programs.

Support for Indigenous People

• Cultural Competency Training: Provide cultural competency training and/or awareness training to all employees to create a welcoming work environment for Indigenous workers.
• Relationships with Indigenous Communities: Develop and maintain relationships with indigenous communities, indigenous-owned businesses, and organizations.

Work Terms and Conditions

• Work Language: English
• Hours of Work: 40 hours per week

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