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2nd Shift Furniture Builder

Job Summary This is a physically demanding, fast‑paced job involving independent or team‑based work to hand‑build quality upholstered furniture. The role requires standing for long periods, lifting and moving at least 50 lbs, and using hands to grip, pull, and handle materials. It includes comfort with power tools, framing, and staple guns. Shift is Monday‑Friday 4PM‑2:30AM with mandatory overtime on Fridays. Starting wage is $16.50 and will increase with production speed. Job Responsibilities Work in a team atmosphere Perform any position within the cell as needed Proper use of Kan Ban containers Upholster Knock down all sharp corners of frame Use staple gun, hammer, and staple puller as required Use additional air tools (drill, hog ring gun, hot glue gun, etc.) Assemble furniture components by upholstery notes within specifications Frame Use frame gun to staple materials Apply glue or wax per specification Use additional air tools (drill, crimping gun, chisel tool, etc.) Use glue scraper for cleanup Cushion Process Validate unit cover to ticket in each batch Coordinate workflow in cell Insert stuffing materials and use machine to seal and quilt Staple materials as needed Final Assembly Assemble components into completed unit Staple materials and use air tools as required Oil mechanism per specification Scan ticket to show unit complete Packaging Use staple gun and air tools for packaging Use banding and up‑ender equipment Apply ticket to finished package in proper location Move unit to alternate location as needed Job Requirements Equivalent combination of education and experience to perform the duties Basic reading and writing skills Completion of in‑house training curriculum Basic computer skills Strong coordination for routine, repetitive tasks Capacity to stand up to 10 hours per day with frequent bending, twisting, and reaching Ability to push, pull, and lift a minimum of 50 lbs Skilled use of hands for gripping, pulling, and tugging Physical Demands / Work Environment Stand up to 10 hours per day on hard surfaces; frequent bending, twisting, and reaching. Push, pull, and lift at least 50 lbs. Use of hands for gripping, pulling, and tugging required. Benefits Medical, vision, dental, and basic life insurance 401(k) retirement plan with company match up to 6% Paid time off: 9‑11 paid holidays, two weeks’ prorated vacation, personal or state‑mandated sick time Equal Employment Opportunity La‑Z‑Boy is an equal‑opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status. Reasonable accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities. #J-18808-Ljbffr