These individuals assemble pieces of fabric to upholster different types of furniture. They work in furniture re-upholstery workshops or for companies that manufacture:
Mattresses
Automative seats
Upholstered furniture
Environment
Controlled ambient temperature
Equipment, machinery, tools
Nontoxic dust
Noise
Main tasks
Plan work according to the specifications received.
Prepare and maintain sewing machines.
Assemble different pieces of fabric.
Assess the quality of work (matching parts, seam strength, etc.).
Correct anomalies and make repairs, as required.
Advancement and mobility
Experience leads to supervisory positions.
Training and requirements
Formation
Most training programs are offered in French only.