About Williams Sonoma Supply Chain - Claremont NC & Conover, NC

Since it was founded in 1956, Williams - Sonoma has grown from Chuck Williams’ single store in Sonoma, CA into one of the largest retailers in the country, with some best known and most beloved brands in home furnishings, including Williams – Sonoma. Pottery Barn and West Elm.

Our Distribution Centers serve as vital connections between factories and our retail, online and mail-order customers around the world. The Supply Chain environment is dynamic and fast-paced, and the network is expanding rapidly. If you have a background in distribution, manufacturing, engineering, transportation, finance, human resources or home delivery – and are looking for a job with a strong opportunity for gaining new skills and for advancement – our Supply Chain Organization could be just the place for you.

Williams-Sonoma, Inc Supply Chain Overview

In 2021, Williams-Sonoma was recognized as a Great Place to Work ®, an honor which reflects that we are truly a people-first organization. Our operation includes:

• Over 4,000 Full-Time Associates across the Supply Chain
• 15.1M square feet of small parcel, personalization, furniture, and manufacturing space in the domestic US, Williams-Sonoma has developed an agile and capable distribution network consisting of the following: 
  • Large package / furniture distribution centers located in Southern California, Northern California, Texas, Georgia, and New Jersey totaling 9.2M square feet plus another 1.2M square feet of standalone final-mile furniture hubs.
• Small package eCommerce distribution centers located in Mississippi, Arizona, and Tennessee totaling 3.9M square feet, consisting of over 1,000 full-time associates and 1,500 seasonal/temporary associates in Mississippi and Tennessee
  • Manufacturing facilities located in North Carolina and Mississippi totaling 861k square feet with over 1,500 full-time employees producing approximately $900 million - $1 billion in sales of upholstered furniture3 Sutter Street Upholstery Factories located in North Carolina and Mississippi with over 1,400 FTE’s producing approximately $900 million to $1 Billion in sales of Upholstered furniture
• Transportation Department for Ocean, Air, Trucking, and Rail consisting of over 30 transportation professionals located in Memphis, TN
• 700 associates in our Sourcing offices in 10 countries in Asia and Europe including China, Vietnam, Singapore, India, Italy, and Turkey

The CAD Designer position is located in Claremont, NC.

You’ll be excited about this opportunity because you will.... 

• Modify renderings per brand recommendations.
• Ensure design content is captured.
• Create component libraries.
• Utilize 3D software to create constrained product models through the use of component libraries and on-screen development.
• Ensure all product changes are updated to models.
• Be responsible for all CAD requirements for the department.
• Create 3D drawings per Product Development blueprint specifications for new and existing styles.
• Organize, analyze data and prepare technical reports and specification sheets for vendors to ensure proper workflow for plant productivity.
• Per brand direction develop new product raw materials and make revisions to existing specs.
• Other duties assigned by Manager.

Check out some of the required qualifications we are looking for in amazing candidates….

• Associates degree in CAD, or equal work experience.
• 2-3 years’ experience creating 3D frame drawings to be in the production of upholstered furniture and Solid Edge, Solidworks, or AutoCad.
• Up to 2-3 years of experience working in furniture manufacturing.
• Intermediate level prior 3D experience with SolidWorks.
• Experience in reading and understanding design of raw material components for furniture.
• Possess excellent time-management skills, including the ability to work independently with little supervision.
• Ability to interpret instructions and operate computer efficiently.

We prefer some of these qualities as well…. 

• Ability to interpret instructions and operate a computer efficiently.
• Ability to perform multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment to ensure delivery requirements.
• Have the ability to follow documented procedures and standards.
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
• Ability to keep accurate records.

Review these physical requirements, as they play a major part in this role….

• Ability to lift between 30-50 lbs. 
• Ability to bend and twist.

​​​Our company benefits are second to none in the industry….

• Generous discount on all Williams-Sonoma, Inc. brand products
• 401(k) plan and other investment opportunities
• Paid vacations, Employee Assistance Programs, Time Off to Volunteer, Matching Gifts Community Service Program, and Holidays (in some locations)
• Health benefits, dental and vision insurance, including same-sex domestic partner benefits, Legal and Identity Protection Plans and Pet Insurance
• For more information on our benefits offerings, please visit MyWSIBenefits.com

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