About Williams-Sonoma DC - Booneville, MS

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

By managing resources responsibly, caring for our people, and uniting around our values, we lead our industry and are proud to be recognized for our continuous action and progress in the following areas: Barron's 100 Most Sustainable Companies; Forbes Best Employers for Women and Diversity; Newsweek America's Most Responsible Companies; and USA Today Customer Service Champions. These honors reflect that we are truly a people-first organization. 

• Over 4,000 Full-Time Associates across the Supply Chain.
• 14.5M 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 and Arizona totaling 3.2M square feet, consisting of over 1,000 full-time associates and 1,500 seasonal/temporary associates in Mississippi.
  • Sutter Street Manufacturing upholstery factories located in North Carolina and Mississippi totaling with over 1,400 full-time employees 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.

This position will work with Product Development pattern makers and other associates to create the specifications and samples for new styles of furniture as well as revisions to existing styles. This associate will be responsible for working with manufacturing for the building of cover fits and implementing changes in assembly at the best overall cost and value for the product. Develop samples as well as production pieces with high attention to detail.

The Product Development Upholsterer position is located in Booneville, MS.

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

• The associate must be able to build samples according to specifications and drawing, and communicate the most efficient process of manufacturing with the team.
• Assist pattern makers in development of patterns to produce high quality samples, built on time, using the best construction methods for upholstered furniture for high end price points.
• The selected candidate will have the opportunity to continually make improvements to current designs that maximize assembly efficiency and the cost of the furniture.
• This associate will produce new samples as well as duplicate previous pieces from the line that follow WSI quality standards.
• It will be critical that the associate update and assist in keeping all specification sheets, and manuals, up to date.
• The selected candidate must be able to effectively communicate both verbally and written with vendor representatives and internal associates on any issues.
• As a Williams-Sonoma associate the selected candidate will work diligently to meet all company policy and requirements, including but not limited to our respectful workplace policy and Personal Protective standards.
• Perform any other duties as assigned with a positive attitude and willing spirit to assist others in the department, facility, and the organization. Always performing and acting with professional courtesy and the highest integrity.

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

• High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• At least 8 years of experience in production of upholstered furniture for upper-end upholstered furniture.
• Must possess good attention to detail and ability to work with hands.
• Must have experience in reading and understanding production tickets.
• Ability to interpret frame assembly instructions commonly placed in a furniture manufacturing environment.
• Ability to perform multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment to assure delivery requirements and sample deadlines.
• Must exhibit clear communication skills (oral and written).
• Ability to keep accurate records while following documented procedures and standards.
• Must have excellent time management skills, including ability to work independently with little supervision.
• Computer Skill Such as (Outlook, & Excell). 

We prefer some of these qualities as well…. 

• Associate or bachelor’s degree from and accredited university.
• 5 years’ experience in upholstery in a PD environment.
• Must be able to fully versed and able to utilize Solid Works.
• Solid Works ability.
• Bilingual, English and Spanish.

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

• Ability to frequently lift frames weighing 50 -60 pounds.
• Ability to sit or stand for 8 to 10-hour periods and bend and twist at waist and knees as required to build samples.

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.
• To learn more about our Supply Chain culture and regional associate events, please visit: https://shorturl.at/R3OAX (Login credentials may be required).

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