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Custom Upholstery Technician

Custom Upholstery Technician

Seeds of CreationChanhassen, MN, US
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Job Description

Job Description

Benefits :

  • Company parties
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee discounts
  • Flexible schedule
  • Free food & snacks
  • Free uniforms
  • Health insurance
  • Opportunity for advancement
  • Paid time off
  • Training & development

About This Posting

This position is for Wichtermans Upholstery , a familyowned custom upholstery shop in business for more than 40 years. The job posting may appear under Seeds of Creation LLC , which provides administrative supportincluding hiring and HR servicesfor Wichtermans Upholstery and other affiliated companies. Your employment, if hired, will be with Wichtermans Upholstery.

About Wichtermans Upholstery

Wichtermans Upholstery creates highquality interiors for boats, classic automobiles, airplanes, medical and commercial furniture, residential pieces, and specialty items such as marine canvas and motorcycle seats. Our professional yet energetic atmosphere sparks creativity, nurtures excellence, and empowers every team member to deliver upholstery work that truly "WOWs" our clients.

Our Core Values

At the heart of our organization are three core values that guide everything we dofrom daily tasks to longterm goals. These values are more than ideals; they are expectations for how we show up, serve others, and grow together. They shape our hiring, training, recognition, and daily team culture.

Excellence

We pursue excellence with confidence and humilityowning our work, communicating clearly, and refusing to compromise on quality. True excellence blends skill with continuous learning, personal responsibility, and a teamfirst mindset. We show up prepared, we do the work right, and we always look for ways to improve.

Compassion (OthersFirst Service)

Compassion is action. We lead with empathy, selflessness, and teamwork, putting the needs of others first while holding ourselves to high standards. We serve with care, offer support, and build people upwithout enabling excuses or sacrificing accountability.

Purpose (You Were Made for This)

We believe work is more than a jobit is an opportunity to make a difference through your unique strengths. Whether you stitch, cut, pattern, or design, your work brings value to others. The best team members know their "why," and they use their insight, skill, and integrity to make things better.

If this role aligns with the kind of work you know you are meant to doif it reflects your purposewe want to give you the platform to live that out. Join a team that values meaningful contribution and supports one another in turning purpose into practice.

Position Summary

We are seeking a talented Upholstery Technician who is selfmotivated, detailoriented, and passionate about impeccable craftsmanship. You will restore and create premium interiors across furniture, automotive, marine, and aviation projects, transforming client vision into reality.

Key Responsibilities

  • Prepare and handle premium fabrics, leathers, vinyl, and other upholstery materials for custom installation.
  • Design and execute custom upholstery solutions for furniture, vehicles, and specialty pieces according to client specifications.
  • Develop and cut precise patterns, translating designs into detailed templates.
  • Operate commercial walkingfoot sewing machines, staplers, hotknife cutters, and other hand or power tools safely.
  • Maintain accurate project documentation for time, materials, and processes.
  • Uphold OSHA safety regulations and internal quality standards.
  • Adapt techniques and solve problems creatively to meet unique client requests.

    • Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or GED.
  • Two or more years of experience in residential or commercial upholstery (strong portfolios may offset experience).
  • Formal training in automotive, aircraft, or marine upholstery is a plus.
  • Proficient with leather, vinyl, cloth, carpet, and foam fabrication.
  • Skilled in flat pattern layout, sewing, gluing, and use of walkingfoot sewing machines.
  • Strong attention to detail and appreciation for luxury finishes.
  • Able to work independently and collaboratively; clear verbal and written communication skills.
  • Punctual, careeroriented, and highly selfmotivated.
  • Physically able to stand, bend, kneel, and lift heavy components.

    • Wichterman's is an equal opportunity employer

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