Job Title: Upholstery Technician IIJob Description- Under minimal supervision, you will fabricate and install upholstery, cover panels, and make simple patterns for aircraft interiors using design/engineering drawings and aircraft specifications.
Responsibilities- Fabricate, using design/engineering drawings and aircraft specifications, cover and install flat panels and curtains.
- 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.
- Fabricate various metal parts, fit panels and windows, cabin headliners, upper sidewalls, lower side panels, hatch panels, and windows.
- Use the material tracking system to create parts demand, track squawks, and 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.
- Comply with safety, 5S, and housekeeping policies and use personal protective equipment as required.
- Address unsafe conditions before putting others at risk.
- Perform other duties as required.
Essential Skills- 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.
Additional Skills & Qualifications- 3+ years of experience in Upholstery.
- Candidates with experience in upholstery for Marine, Auto, or Aircraft will be considered.
Why Work Here?- We offer a supportive work environment focused on safety and continuous improvement.
- Youll have the opportunity to work with a skilled team and develop your expertise in a fast-paced and dynamic setting.
- Our company values innovation and offers opportunities for growth and professional development.
Work Environment- Requires ability to work any shift, any day. Must follow appropriate attire policy and wear company-provided uniforms.
- Candidates must provide their own steel toe boots and prescription safety glasses if needed.
- Service Center environment that will sometimes include a fast-paced, deadline-intensive atmosphere.
Job Type & LocationThis is a 6-month Contract to Hire position based out of Los Angeles, California.
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $28.00 - $36.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Los Angeles,CA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Mar 19, 2025.
About Aerotek:
We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.
Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
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