Upholsterer

Who we are :

With a deep connection to the Australian way of life Jardan is an Australian owned business that focuses on local manufacturing. We drive the simple mission of making beautiful furniture pieces with a sustainable and responsible approach. What started as a team of eight has now grown to over 200 team members nationally that all live and breathe a collaborative ethos. In operation since 1987 every Jardan piece is designed crafted and assembled at our Production site in Melbourne retaining skills whilst focusing on a premium made to order process bound by sustainability and quality.

What we are looking for :

We are seeking full time Upholsterers to join our team in Scoresby. The hours of work for this role are Monday to Thursday 6.30am to 3.00pm and Friday 6.30am to 12.30pm. This role has the potential to work additional overtime hours in the afternoon.

Reporting to the Leading Hand the key responsibilities include:

• Upholstering furniture frames with sewn material kits
• Assembling upholstered items comprising Sofas Modula Sofas Beds and Sofa Beds Chairs Armchairs Ottomans and Stools
• Reading and interpreting Working Drawings
• Process jobs in our inhouse software system
• Complying with safety requirements and actively participating in safety improvement initiatives
• Ensure housekeeping is of a high standard in the factory
• Maintain stock level information
• Identifying quality issues and resolving root cause issues with Factory teams

What we are looking for :

• Trade qualifications in a related field (or in the process of obtaining trade qualifications)
• Experience is ideal in a similar or related role
• The capability to read and interpret working drawings
• Competent to operate upholstery tools
• A passion for sustainability and a belief in our values
• The ability to lift and move large pieces of timber if working within the machining section

What we provide :

• Convenient suburban work location in Scoresby
• 12.30pm finish on Fridays
• Above award rates of pay
• Training and career development opportunities
• Overtime hours paid at award overtime rates of pay

Please email your resume and cover letter specifying the role you are interested in to our People and Culture team using the link below or via