Who We Are
As a family-owned company, PALECEK values integrity, loyalty, and strong partnerships. We are driven to improve, innovate, and inspire. We bring our personal best to every aspect of our business, from our design and craft to our internal teamwork and customer service. We are passionate about creativity and believe that beautiful spaces enhance the quality of life.
Summary
The Foam position is responsible for skillfully cutting and gluing foam and fiber to fill covers and enhance furniture and cushions. This role demands a careful and precise approach to ensure that the upholstered pieces meet the highest quality and aesthetic standards.
During the foam gluing process, the Foam position must use a variety of hand tools. These include, but are not limited to, tools for cutting, molding, gluing, and stretching furniture materials. Additionally, this position requires a strong understanding of various foam types and their applications, as well as the ability to interpret and perform design specifications accurately. The ideal candidate must also maintain an eye for detail to ensure seamless finishes and durability in the final product.Top of Form
Description
- Skillfully and safely utilize hand tools for molding, cutting, gluing, and stretching furniture materials
- Ensure strict adherence to high safety standards throughout the foam process
- Play a crucial role in maintaining structural integrity of upholstered furniture
- Display a careful and detailed approach, highlighting precision and attention to detail in each project
- Foster a collaborative and teamwork-oriented environment, promoting quality craftsmanship
- Bring passion for upholstery and a commitment to delivering exceptional results to our dynamic and creative team
- Perform additional duties as requested
Key Qualifications
- Minimum of 1 year of industry experience in general warehouse environment, preferably in foam
- Have an intermediate understanding of the subject matter
- Performs work under direct supervision
- Handles basic issues and problems and refers more complex issues to higher-level staff
- Excellent English verbal and written communication skills preferred
- Create an environment of high standards and quality work
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
- Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines
- Ability to act with integrity, empathy, and professionalism
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively with culturally diverse staff and populations
Physical Requirements
- Ability to work in a warehouse environment with varying noise levels
- Ability to stand, walk, and move for up to the duration of the entire shift
- Must be able to carry/lift a minimum of 15 Ibs or up to 50 Ibs
- Must be able to access and navigate each department at the organization's facilities
- Required to safely use a wide variety of Upholstery trade machinery and tools e.g. Band saw, hand cutter, spray glue guns, etc.
- Able to wear face mask while working
Pay & Benefits
- Pay range: $21.00 - $24.00/hour based on experience
- Competitive Paid Time Off
- A flexible health plan offering medical, dental, and vision benefits.
- Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
- Health Savings Account
- 401(k) Savings Plan
- Profit Sharing Benefits
- Generous Employee Discount
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $21.00 - $24.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Paid time off
- Referral program
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Work Location: In person