AVTECH Global is looking for an Upholstery Tech III in Savannah, GA. ****

Shift: First (05:30 to 16:00); other shifts may be available

Pay Rate: $28.75 per hour

Job Type: Full-time, Contract

Contract Duration: 12 months (w/opportunity for extension)

Benefits:

• coverage of up to one-half of employee's medical insurance premium for a base plan
• eight (8) paid holidays
• per diem split (if qualified)
• three (3) sets of uniforms (if applicable)
• opportunity to become a direct hire after ninety (90) days

Experience/Education:

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 4 years experience in upholstery to include two (2) years aircraft upholstery experience or 6 years commercial upholstery experience.
• Advanced knowledge of upholstery and sewing processes and products and/or advance carpet knowledge including being able to install custom carpets.
• Valid driver's license required.

Unique Skills:

• Mechanical background is required.

Purpose:

Work independently to design, fabricate, and install upholstery and trim items in aircraft interiors. Assist Shop Lead by overseeing projects and providing guidance and direction to co-workers. Mentor and train other Upholstery Technicians.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

• Fabricate and install seat covers, curtains and various assemblies and subassemblies.
• Interpret material specifications and design/engineering drawings to ensure finished product meets design and engineering requirements.
• Sew, fabricate, and install covers for all styles of panels in the aircraft interior while meeting safety, quality, and productivity standards and goals.
• Use the material tracking system, Corridor, to create parts demand, track squawks and to sign-off work.
• Work with design/drawings to cut and install advanced custom design carpets with unique patterns.
• Accept Lead responsibilities when needed. Oversees projects and coordinates with Lead to delegate tasks to assigned technicians.
• Conduct safety audits and assists team members in doing safety audits.
• Assist in maintaining shop equipment and associated JSAs.
• Comply with and champion Safety, 5S, and housekeeping policies and ensure the protection of aircraft interiors (PTP).
• Mentor and train lesser skilled technicians and monitor their work to ensure they complete assigned tasks in accordance with required levels of safety, quality and productivity.
• Work with Lead and higher skilled technicians to develop and implement process improvements reduce material cost, cycle time, and labor hours using Lean Six-Sigma tools.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Other Requirements:

• Possess a working knowledge of company inspection and process specifications and terminology.
• The ability to read, write, speak, and understand proficiently the English language.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and engineering documentation.
• Must be computer literate.
• Able to climb ladders and stairs, work in small, restricted areas, lift up to 40 pounds and work any shift.
• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.