Position Summary:

Responsible for assembling upholstered beds, including headboards, footboards, side rails, and other components, ensuring all pieces are properly fitted, securely attached, and meet Vanguard's quality standards. Position Responsibilities Receive finished, trimmed, and upholstered bed components for final assembly. Match acknowledgement numbers and production tickets to ensure all bed components correspond to the correct order. Inspect headboards, footboards, side rails, hardware, and other components for quality, accuracy, and functionality before assembly. Assemble upholstered beds according to production specifications and quality standards. Attach bed rails, brackets, legs, support systems, and other necessary hardware. Ensure all components are properly aligned, securely fastened, and assembled according to specifications. Identify and report damaged, defective, or missing components to the appropriate supervisor. Attach identifying tickets or labels to completed bed assemblies. Communicate with other departments to ensure timely completion of assembly and resolution of production issues. Maintain a clean, neat, and organized workstation; perform daily housekeeping duties. Ensure necessary tools, hardware, and supplies are available and stored in designated locations. Wear required safety glasses, work shoes, and other PPE as defined for the work area; follow all safety procedures and report unsafe conditions to the Department Supervisor. Perform required stretching exercises. Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor. Essential Skills and Experience Ability to learn quickly and accurately identify bed components, hardware, and assembly materials. Ability to read and understand production tickets, assembly instructions, and job notes. Must understand proper placement and orientation of components, including right/left sides and front/back positioning. Ability to properly use hand tools and power tools required for bed assembly. Strong attention to detail to ensure accuracy, quality, and proper alignment of assembled components. Must be organized and able to coordinate multiple tasks in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Ability to effectively communicate and work cooperatively with supervisors and team members. Valued but Not Required Skills and Experience Previous experience in furniture or upholstered bed assembly. Familiarity with furniture hardware, brackets, fasteners, and assembly techniques. Previous experience working in a furniture manufacturing or production environment. Physical Demands and Work Environment Lift /

Carry:

Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.; team lifting required for heavier or oversized bed components.

Manual Dexterity:

Ability to quickly and accurately use hands and arms to grasp, manipulate, position, and assemble bed components and hardware. Standing /

Walking:

Must be able to stand and walk for 8+ hours per shift. Reach /

Handle:

Frequent use of hands and arms for handling, installing, positioning, and moving bed components and assembly materials.

Crouch / Bend

/ Stoop /

Kneel:

Frequently required when positioning, inspecting, and assembling bed frames, headboards, footboards, and rails.

Tool Usage:

Must be able to safely and effectively operate screwdrivers, drills, staple guns, pliers, and other assembly tools throughout the shift. Push /

Pull:

Frequently required when moving, positioning, or adjusting furniture components on work surfaces, scissor lifts, or conveyors.

Environment:

Indoor, environmentally controlled manufacturing facility. Automation /

Equipment:

May require the use of scissor lifts, conveyor systems, and battery-operated pallet jacks for positioning and transporting materials.

Near Acuity:

Requires close vision of less than 3 feet, with or without corrective lenses, for accurate assembly, hardware placement, and quality inspection.

Static Strength:

Ability to exert muscle force to lift, push, pull, position, or carry furniture components during assembly.