Upholsterer jobs in Kansas City, MO

About Us

Vintage Fabrication is a high-end custom car and restoration facility in Independence, Missouri. The company elevates the classic vehicle experience by modernizing vintage vehicles and restoring them to original specification, depending on the requirements of the project. Vintage Fabrication creates “restomod” restorations where vintage vehicles are upgraded with modern parts, drivetrain, and technology making them functionally new while maintaining an original or vintage aesthetic.

Job Description

Vintage Fabrication in Independence, Missouri is currently looking for qualified upholstery candidates who are passionate about vintage cars, hot rods, street machines, or classic trucks and have experience working on them. Applicants should be experienced with sewing, panel fabrication, wiring, working with wood and aluminum, planning, panel wrapping, seat building from scratch, and a keen eye for design. Attention to detail is a must. Our work schedule consists of four ten-hour days, which are Monday through Thursday 7:30am to 6:00pm. Enjoy three-day weekends every week. Our facility is both heated and air conditioned, so you can work in comfort year-round. The shop is kept clean and prospective employees should be committed to helping maintain a clean and safe work environment. Vintage Fabrication has been in business building hot rods, street machines, and classic trucks for over thirty years now. We are currently scheduling turnkey builds over a year out, so there is no shortage of work to be done. Many of our builds have been featured in various automotive publications and events nationwide. We have built multiple award winners and SEMA feature cars, which can easily be found on the world wide web.

Additionally, we are looking for candidates who are looking to not just find a job but build a career here. This is a great opportunity to be part of a business that is in one of the most enjoyable industries around. If you think you would be a good fit for this position, please reach out to us today about setting up an interview. The hourly pay rate will be compensatory based on experience.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Take an interior compartment on a vehicle from bare to a finished product.
• Fabricate, mockup, upholster, and assemble an interior from raw to finished with acute attention to detail and carefulness.
• Collaborate on design and help ensure the project meets objectives and goals.
• Know how to work as a team member and in groups.

Required Skills and Abilities

• Quality focused.
• Team working.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced growth environment.
• Ability to handle multiple projects concurrently.
• Effective communication skills.
• Ability to take constructive feedback.
• Willingness to work independently or with a team.
• Ability to work 40 hours per week.
• Willingness to work overtime or weekends when a project may require it.
• Must be a U.S. citizen or green card holder.

Education and Experience

• Experience will be judged off pictures of previous work.
• Certifications are a plus.

Physical Demands (to include but not limited to)

• Must be physically able to operate a variety of equipment.
• Must be able to reach in and work safely around vehicles.
• Must be able to speak clearly and distinctly hear and be understood in person.
• Must be able to work in a busy/fast paced automotive shop environment.
• Must be able to work seated or standing for long periods of time.
• Ability to lift, carry, and place items up to 50 pounds without assistance.
• Occasional reaching overhead and below knees, including squatting, bending, stooping, kneeling, and twisting.
• Must be able to work extended hours if the project requires it.

Benefits Include

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Fast paced, friendly team environment
• Retirement plan after one year with matching
• Four paid holidays year
• Paid holiday bonus

Job duties, salary, and benefits are subject to change throughout the duration of employment with Vintage Fabrication.

Vintage Fabrication is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Vintage Fabrication does not discriminate based on race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit, and business need.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Retirement plan

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus opportunities

Ability to Relocate:

• Independence, MO 64058: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person