Title: Cover Sorting

Department: Cover Kitting

Employment Type: Full-Time/Permanent

Location: Winnipeg, Manitoba

Who Are We?

Founded in 1944 by A.A. DeFehr in Winnipeg, Palliser has grown into one of North America's leading furniture manufacturers. We value our employees, clients, our communities, our natural environment and providing the best customer experience possible. At Palliser, we produce quality and demand excellence.

What Would You Do?

Palliser Furniture Ltd. is currently seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented individual to fill the role of Cover Sorter. The successful candidate will be part of the Cover Kitting team and contribute to the efficiency of our operation.

The duties and responsibilities of this position would include:

• Sort all incoming sewn covers and documents all identified issues on the appropriate re-work logs.

• Oversees that orders are complete, given to the Cushion Filling Team for completion, and by ensuring that quantities are verified, and shortages are documented.

• Lift sewn covers out of the shipping boxes, compare tagging to incoming paperwork, randomly inspect the sewn leather/fabric covers for quality issues, and re-work and place on appropriate wagons for delivery to the team.

• Co- ordinates the workflow of sewn covers for the blowing machine, cushion filling, and footrests.

• Ensure workflow is balanced between all teams by following dates set out on the production schedules.

• Ensure priority is given to late orders, pilot runs, showpieces, and any rush orders.

• Able to support other departments if needed.

What Do You Bring?

• Able to read and write in English.

• Responsible and safe work habits.

• Be a team player.

• Ability to communicate with internal and external contacts both verbally and in writing.

• Strong organization skills and attention to detail in all areas of work.

• Strong work ethic and positive team attitude.

• Flexible and available for scheduled overtime.

• Capable of lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds, as this position requires lifting, bending, and moderate physical exertion.

Why Work with Us?

As Palliser grows, we recognize the importance of investing in our people, as well as the people who will bring us to the next level in the furniture industry.

Palliser is committed to fostering an inclusive environment where all employees and customers feel valued, respected, and supported. We are dedicated to creating a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we live, and an environment where every employee has the opportunity to excel.

We offer plenty of benefits to the people who made us what we are today

• Employee Family Assistance Program

• Comprehensive benefits package, including life, health, dental, disability

• Potential RRSP Match Program

• Employee Furniture Purchase Program

• Professional Development Opportunities

• Free Parking

What's Next?

Apply now and tell us why you'd make an excellent fit for this position.