Automotive Upholsterer

Description

Job Summary: Professional responsible for removing, installing, and crafting vehicle upholstery, including structural repair, trim work, and finishing—focusing on restoration and hygiene. Key Highlights: 1. Experience in removal and installation of automotive upholstery. 2. Skill in crafting and repairing leather, vinyl, and fabric upholstery. 3. Knowledge of restoring upholstery for classic cars. * **Removal and Installation:** Remove old or damaged seats, door panels, headliners, and carpets from vehicles for repair or replacement; * **Upholstery Crafting:** Measure, cut, and sew materials such as leather, vinyl, fabric, or alcantara to cover seats and interiors; * **Structural Repair:** Repair or replace seat foam, springs, and metal frames to ensure ergonomics and comfort; * **Headliner and Side Trim:** Cover the vehicle headliner (sunroof or standard) and interior door panels; * **Finishing and Detailing:** Apply finishing touches, such as decorative stitching (topstitching), piping, and buttons for customization; * **Classic Car Restoration:** Restore original upholstery of vintage vehicles while preserving authenticity; * **Cleaning and Hygiene:** Complete the job by cleaning the installed materials. **Technical Competencies** * **Tool Handling:** Use of industrial sewing machines, pneumatic staplers, glue guns, scissors, utility knives, and disassembly tools; * **Material Knowledge:** Identify and work with various types of fabrics and leathers; Employment Type: Full-time CLT Compensation: R$1\.900,00 \- R$2\.300,00 per month Benefits: * Transportation allowance Work Location: On-site