Upholstery Designer II
La-Z-Boy, Dayton, TN, United States
La-Z-Boy Incorporated Job Opportunity
Comfort starts with our 10,000+ team members across the globe, who are transforming the power of comfort every day. Our employees have the power to change lives, in our homes, work and communities. We foster an inclusive environment while honoring a legacy built on family, where everyone can be themselves. If you are ready to join an industry leading organization where our people are the most important asset, and innovation propels us into the future, you're ready to take your seat at La-Z-Boy Incorporated. WE BELIEVE IN THE TRANSFORMATIONAL POWER OF COMFORT Job Summary
This position will assist a multidisciplinary team in the creation and development of all upholstery and polymer requirements for new products, engineering prototypes, REAs (Request for Engineering Actions), product support projects, as well as the reengineering of existing products within the global residential division. This role is pivotal in driving product and process innovation while ensuring the quality and craftsmanship of upholstery products by utilizing advanced design techniques and upholstery principles. This role is responsible for assisting with projects from concept through production, including documentation, material evaluation, and implementation into manufacturing facilities. Key Responsibilities
Assist in the identification and development of upholstery, panelboard, and foam requirements, establishing the style's design direction based on guidelines from merchandising when applicable. Create detailed piece and part models for multiple materials including cloth, leather, foam, and panelboard for new and re-engineered products, ensuring alignment with aesthetic, functional, and cost criteria. Assist with research and implementing changes to existing products and ensure all designs are tested, documented, and entered in the appropriate databases. Incorporate Design for Manufacturing principles (DFM) on designs to optimize product integrity and manufacturability and assist with the creation of physical prototypes for review against design criteria and standards. Assist with the development and execution of test plans for new or existing materials, evaluating data to ensure compliance with industry and company standards, and recommend improvements when necessary. Assist with the creation of all necessary manufacturing documentation, including content lists, upholstery notes, and weight and dimension sheets, and assist with the implementation of approved designs across manufacturing plants and supply centers. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure designs are feasible, cost-effective, and aligned with business objectives. Maintain and update high-quality design, part, and manufacturing standards and documentation. Partner with the Test Lab to design and conduct tests and engineering studies to validate and refine designs, ensuring product quality and durability. Assist with the evaluation and selection of materials, balancing performance with cost-effectiveness to meet cost targets. SCOPE & IMPACT: This position has a pivotal role within La-Z-Boy's Research and Development teams, responsible for assisting with all global residential product development, cost savings, material, and supplier qualification projects. This role is critical in assisting to create and maintain all manufacturing specifications used across every manufacturing facility in the residential division, including global licensees and the global supply chain. This position directly impacts the speed and efficiency of new product implementations and engineering changes. The accuracy of the role's work is critical; any errors could negatively affect product quality, customer satisfaction, and La-Z-Boy's overall profit margin. Additionally, this position is key in assisting with troubleshooting and resolving internal and supplier quality issues, ensuring La-Z-Boy consistently delivers on its brand promise. Minimum Requirements
High School Diploma or GED with 0-2 years of work experience or equivalent. Ability to interpret part prints. Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Project, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook). Ability to work effectively in a team environment. Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and diverse stakeholders. Up to 10% travel required Preferred Requirements
ASQ Certification Upholstery experience Assyst design software experience Associate's degree in engineering Demonstrated ability to drive continuous improvement. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: None PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT: Often sits, repeated hand motion (such as typing and stapling), talking, standing, balancing. Seldom will you be bending, stooping, climbing stairs or ladders, kneeling, squatting reaching overhead or pulling and pushing. May be in proximity to moving parts, noise, fumes, odors, gasses, subject to oils and or poor ventilation. Often operates in a professional office environment using standard office equipment. OTHER DUTIES: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the incumbent for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Weekly Hours: 40 Benefit offerings to employees and their families include: Medical, Vision, Dental and Basic Life Insurance, available 401k retirement plan with company match of up to 6%. Paid time off includes: 9-11 paid holidays each year, two weeks' prorated vacation as a new hire and either personal time (non-exempt only) or state mandated sick time. At La-Z-Boy Incorporated, we're an equal opportunity employer. We understand that our employees' diverse backgrounds, experiences, perspectives, and viewpoints add value to our ability to create and deliver the best possible service, quality products, and is of utmost importance as we work together to build comfort. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status. We are committed to fostering an environment in which all employees feel valued, included, and empowered to do their best work and bring great ideas to the table. If you are a qualified individual that may need a change or adjustment to the application/interviewing/hiring process as a result of your disability, you may request a reasonable accommodations by emailing our recruiting team at recruiting@la-z-boy.com or by calling 734-242-1444.
Comfort starts with our 10,000+ team members across the globe, who are transforming the power of comfort every day. Our employees have the power to change lives, in our homes, work and communities. We foster an inclusive environment while honoring a legacy built on family, where everyone can be themselves. If you are ready to join an industry leading organization where our people are the most important asset, and innovation propels us into the future, you're ready to take your seat at La-Z-Boy Incorporated. WE BELIEVE IN THE TRANSFORMATIONAL POWER OF COMFORT Job Summary
This position will assist a multidisciplinary team in the creation and development of all upholstery and polymer requirements for new products, engineering prototypes, REAs (Request for Engineering Actions), product support projects, as well as the reengineering of existing products within the global residential division. This role is pivotal in driving product and process innovation while ensuring the quality and craftsmanship of upholstery products by utilizing advanced design techniques and upholstery principles. This role is responsible for assisting with projects from concept through production, including documentation, material evaluation, and implementation into manufacturing facilities. Key Responsibilities
Assist in the identification and development of upholstery, panelboard, and foam requirements, establishing the style's design direction based on guidelines from merchandising when applicable. Create detailed piece and part models for multiple materials including cloth, leather, foam, and panelboard for new and re-engineered products, ensuring alignment with aesthetic, functional, and cost criteria. Assist with research and implementing changes to existing products and ensure all designs are tested, documented, and entered in the appropriate databases. Incorporate Design for Manufacturing principles (DFM) on designs to optimize product integrity and manufacturability and assist with the creation of physical prototypes for review against design criteria and standards. Assist with the development and execution of test plans for new or existing materials, evaluating data to ensure compliance with industry and company standards, and recommend improvements when necessary. Assist with the creation of all necessary manufacturing documentation, including content lists, upholstery notes, and weight and dimension sheets, and assist with the implementation of approved designs across manufacturing plants and supply centers. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure designs are feasible, cost-effective, and aligned with business objectives. Maintain and update high-quality design, part, and manufacturing standards and documentation. Partner with the Test Lab to design and conduct tests and engineering studies to validate and refine designs, ensuring product quality and durability. Assist with the evaluation and selection of materials, balancing performance with cost-effectiveness to meet cost targets. SCOPE & IMPACT: This position has a pivotal role within La-Z-Boy's Research and Development teams, responsible for assisting with all global residential product development, cost savings, material, and supplier qualification projects. This role is critical in assisting to create and maintain all manufacturing specifications used across every manufacturing facility in the residential division, including global licensees and the global supply chain. This position directly impacts the speed and efficiency of new product implementations and engineering changes. The accuracy of the role's work is critical; any errors could negatively affect product quality, customer satisfaction, and La-Z-Boy's overall profit margin. Additionally, this position is key in assisting with troubleshooting and resolving internal and supplier quality issues, ensuring La-Z-Boy consistently delivers on its brand promise. Minimum Requirements
High School Diploma or GED with 0-2 years of work experience or equivalent. Ability to interpret part prints. Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Project, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook). Ability to work effectively in a team environment. Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and diverse stakeholders. Up to 10% travel required Preferred Requirements
ASQ Certification Upholstery experience Assyst design software experience Associate's degree in engineering Demonstrated ability to drive continuous improvement. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: None PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT: Often sits, repeated hand motion (such as typing and stapling), talking, standing, balancing. Seldom will you be bending, stooping, climbing stairs or ladders, kneeling, squatting reaching overhead or pulling and pushing. May be in proximity to moving parts, noise, fumes, odors, gasses, subject to oils and or poor ventilation. Often operates in a professional office environment using standard office equipment. OTHER DUTIES: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the incumbent for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Weekly Hours: 40 Benefit offerings to employees and their families include: Medical, Vision, Dental and Basic Life Insurance, available 401k retirement plan with company match of up to 6%. Paid time off includes: 9-11 paid holidays each year, two weeks' prorated vacation as a new hire and either personal time (non-exempt only) or state mandated sick time. At La-Z-Boy Incorporated, we're an equal opportunity employer. We understand that our employees' diverse backgrounds, experiences, perspectives, and viewpoints add value to our ability to create and deliver the best possible service, quality products, and is of utmost importance as we work together to build comfort. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status. We are committed to fostering an environment in which all employees feel valued, included, and empowered to do their best work and bring great ideas to the table. If you are a qualified individual that may need a change or adjustment to the application/interviewing/hiring process as a result of your disability, you may request a reasonable accommodations by emailing our recruiting team at recruiting@la-z-boy.com or by calling 734-242-1444.