Lead Upholsterer (In-House)

About Us Scenic Vans builds custom campervans for people who live adventurously. Every van we produce reflects our craftsmanship and the cushions and soft goods inside are no exception. We're bringing the upholstery side of our operation fully in-house and need the right person to own it completely. The Role This is a true lead role. You won't be executing tasks handed to you, you'll be running our upholstery operation independently. That means taking field measurements in the shop, fabricating cushions, managing fabric vendor relationships, sourcing materials, and delivering finished products that meet our quality standard on every build. Our Director of Procurement will handle payment for materials, but everything else is yours. If you've spent years doing high-quality upholstery work and are ready to own a role rather than just fill a seat, this is the job. Responsibilities of this Role Take precise measurements directly from vans in production to ensure accurate cushion sizing and fit Fabricate all cushions and soft goods for campervan interiors including sleeping platforms, seating, decorative elements start to finish Sew and upholster using performance fabrics including Crypton and similar technical materials Manage fabric and material vendor relationships by communicating specs, placing orders, evaluating quality, and resolving issues Source materials such as fabric, thread, hardware, and supplies to balance quality and cost Conduct quality assurance on all finished upholstery before it goes into a van Maintain your workspace, equipment, and inventory Collaborate with production to stay aligned with build schedules What We're Looking For 5+ years of professional upholstery experience with a strong cushion fabrication background Proven ability to take field measurements and translate them into accurate, well-fitting finished pieces Experience managing vendor relationships (placing orders, evaluating materials, holding suppliers accountable) Proficiency with industrial walking-foot sewing machines (Juki, Consew, or similar) Hands-on experience with performance or technical fabrics (Crypton, vinyl, marine-grade, or similar) Strong QA instincts — you catch problems quickly and find solutions Highly self-directed in that you don't need daily oversight to produce consistent, high-quality work Preferred, but not required Background in RV, marine, or automotive upholstery Experience selecting and specifying materials for custom cushion applications Comfort working from build specs, drawings, or design references Compensation & Benefits $30/hr Full-time, Monday-Friday Health, vision, dental benefits Paid time off 401(k) with company matching A shop that takes quality seriously and gives you the autonomy to do your best work How to Apply Apply directly on Indeed or through the careers page on our website at scenicvans.com. Please include photos of your work with your application. It could be finished cushions, upholstered panels, or anything you're proud of. Work samples carry weight here.

Pay:

From $30.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person