Foam Upper (Foaming Up) Opportunity at Weylandts Furniture Cape Town

Weylandts Furniture Creation Upholstery is looking for a Foam Upper (Foaming Up) to join its manufacturing team in Cape Town, Western Cape. This permanent opportunity is ideal for individuals who have experience in upholstery or furniture manufacturing and enjoy working with precision and attention to detail. The successful candidate will play an important role in preparing furniture for upholstery by applying foam, padding and related materials to ensure every product meets Weylandts’ high-quality standards. If you are passionate about craftsmanship and enjoy working in a fast-paced production environment, this could be the perfect opportunity to grow your career.

Job Overview

The Foam Upper is responsible for preparing furniture frames by applying foam, batting and padding before the upholstery process begins. The role involves accurately cutting and shaping foam, securing materials using the correct adhesives and ensuring each furniture piece achieves the required comfort, shape and finish. You will work closely with upholsterers and other production team members to maintain smooth workflow and consistent product quality. Success in this role requires accuracy, efficiency and a strong commitment to maintaining manufacturing standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Apply foam, batting and padding to furniture frames according to specifications
• Cut and shape foam accurately for different furniture components
• Use adhesives and production tools correctly to secure foam in place
• Build up foam layers to achieve the required comfort, shape and finish
• Inspect furniture frames before the foaming process begins
• Work closely with upholsterers to ensure smooth production flow
• Maintain consistent product quality across all furniture units
• Minimise material waste during production
• Report damaged materials or production discrepancies
• Keep the work area clean, organised and safe
• Follow company quality standards and production procedures
• Contribute to achieving daily production targets

Requirements and Skills

• Experience in upholstery or foam-up operations is preferred
• Basic knowledge of upholstery tools, adhesives and foaming materials
• Good understanding of upholstery processes and furniture manufacturing
• Ability to read and interpret basic drawings or production specifications
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Good manual dexterity and accuracy when cutting and shaping foam
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced production environment
• Good teamwork and communication skills
• Ability to meet production deadlines and quality standards
• Strong organisational skills and commitment to workplace safety

Candidates who meet the requirements are encouraged to apply.

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