How to hire an upholstery sewer

How to hire an upholstery sewer, step by step

Here's a step-by-step upholstery sewer hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write an upholstery sewer job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new upholstery sewer
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   Before you start hiring an upholstery sewer, identify what type of worker you actually need. Certain positions might call for a full-time employee, while others can be done by a part-time worker or contractor.

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   Hiring the perfect upholstery sewer also involves considering the ideal background you'd like them to have. Depending on what industry or field they have experience in, they'll bring different skills to the job. It's also important to consider what levels of seniority and education the job requires and what kind of salary such a candidate would likely demand.

   This list shows salaries for various types of upholstery sewers.

   Type of Upholstery Sewer	Description	Hourly rate
   Upholstery Sewer		$10-40
   Seamstress	A seamstress designs, repairs, and alters clothing as well as fashion accessories like hats and purses. Your duties and responsibilities may vary depending on your employer, including taking a customer's body measurements to fit clothes to their specifications, constructing garments specified by the customer, and advising customers on the appropriate types of patterns and fabrics that meet their needs... Show more	$10-24
   Sewing Machine Operator	A sewing machine operator works at manufacturing establishments where they are in charge of operating sewing machines to produce garment and non-garment products. Before sewing, they usually meet with clients or managers to discuss and learn project requirements, decide on sewing techniques, and identify other client preferences... Show more	$11-18

2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Cushions
   • Double Needle

   Responsibilities:

   • Sew quality outdoor furniture pillows and cushions.
   • Oversee national contract operations encompassing: solicitation/proposal review; ARRA et al.

3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your upholstery sewer job description is a great way to entice the best and brightest candidates. An upholstery sewer salary can vary based on several factors:

   • Location. For example, upholstery sewers' average salary in oklahoma is 51% less than in alaska.
   • Seniority. Entry-level upholstery sewers earn 74% less than senior-level upholstery sewers.
   • Certifications. An upholstery sewer with a few certifications under their belt will likely demand a higher salary.
   • Company. Working for a prestigious company or an exciting start-up can make a huge difference in an upholstery sewer's salary.

   Average upholstery sewer salary

   $43,601yearly

   $20.96 hourly rate

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   Entry-level upholstery sewer salary

   $22,000 yearly salary

   Updated December 17, 2025

4. Writing an upholstery sewer job description

   An upholstery sewer job description should include a summary of the role, required skills, and a list of responsibilities. It's also good to include a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager. Below, you can find an example of an upholstery sewer job description:

   Upholstery sewer job description example

   Job Responsibilities:
   
   + Sews and produces aircraft seat coverings with leather materials.
   
   + Applies leather coverings to seats as needed.
   
   + Cuts foam, leather, Velcro and other materials as needed.
   
   + Works with production team to plan and ensure on-time delivery of products to customers.
   
   + Participates in planning activities such as production meetings, EH&S/safety programs, lean manufacturing activities, etc.
   
   + Adheres to all federal, state, local and company policies and procedures.
   
   + Performs other production duties as assigned.
   
   Job Requirements:
   
   + HS Diploma. In the absence of a HS diploma or GED, 2 years of relevant experience is required.
   
   + Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship now or in the future. Collins Aerospace will not offer sponsorship for this position.
   
   Interiors:
   
   At Collins Aerospace, our Interiors team is focused on innovation, safety and cost efficiency. But we don't just get people from point A to point B. We're committed to making air travel more comfortable, connected and secure. As a leader in aviation interior products and services, we're helping airlines and original equipment manufacturers create a positive experience for their customers. With offices and manufacturing facilities in more than 12 states across the U.S. and more than 10 countries around the globe, we're changing the game of aircraft interiors. Are you ready to join our team?
   
   Collins Aerospace Diversity & Inclusion Statement:
   
   Diversity drives innovation; inclusion drives success . We believe a multitude of approaches and ideas enable us to deliver the best results for our workforce, workplace, and customers. We are committed to fostering a culture where all employees can share their passions and ideas so we can tackle the toughest challenges in our industry and pave new paths to limitless possibility.
   
   WE ARE REDEFINING AEROSPACE.
   
   Some of our competitive benefits package includes:
   
   + Medical, dental, and vision insurance
   
   + Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
   
   + Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option
   
   + Tuition reimbursement
   
   + Life insurance and disability coverage
   
   + Optional coverages you can buy: Pet Insurance, Home and Auto, additional life insurance, accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal
   
   + Ovia Health, fertility and family planning
   
   + Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 5 free counseling sessions
   
   + Redbrick - Incentives for a Healthy You
   
   + Autism Benefit
   
   + Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits
   
   + Adoption Assistance
   
   + Best Doctors, second opinion program
   
   + And more!
   
   Nothing matters more to Collins Aerospace than our strong ethical and safety commitments. As such, all U.S. positions require a background check, which may include a drug screen.
   
   Note:
   
   + Background check and drug screen required (every external new hire in the U.S.)
   
   + Drug Screen only performed on re-hires who have been gone for more than 1 year
   
   Raytheon Technologies is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.
   
   Raytheon Technologies is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.

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5. Post your job

   To find upholstery sewers for your business, try out a few different recruiting strategies:

   • Consider internal talent. One of the most important talent pools for any company is its current employees.
   • Ask for referrals. Reach out to friends, family members, and your current work to ask if they know any upholstery sewers they would recommend.
   • Recruit at local colleges. Attend job fairs at local colleges to recruit entry-level upholstery sewers with the right educational background.
   • Social media platforms. LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter have more than 3.5 billion users, and they're a great place for company branding and reaching potential job candidates.

   Post your job online:

   • Post your upholstery sewer job on Zippia to find and recruit upholstery sewer candidates who meet your exact specifications.
   • Use field-specific websites.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   During your first interview to recruit upholstery sewers, engage with candidates to learn about their interest in the role and experience in the field. During the following interview, you'll be able to go into more detail about the company, the position, and the responsibilities.

   Remember to include a few questions that allow candidates to expand on their strengths in their own words. Asking about their unique skills might reveal things you'd miss otherwise. At this point, good candidates can move on to the technical interview.

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new upholstery sewer

   Once you have selected a candidate for the upholstery sewer position, it is time to create an offer letter. In addition to salary, the offer letter should include details about benefits and perks that are available to the employee. Ensuring your offer is competitive is vital, as qualified candidates may be considering other job opportunities. The candidate may wish to negotiate the terms of the offer, and it is important to be open to discussion and reach a mutually beneficial agreement. After the offer has been accepted, it is a good idea to formalize the agreement with a contract.

   It's also good etiquette to follow up with applicants who don't get the job by sending them an email letting them know that the position has been filled.

   To prepare for the new employee's start date, you can create an onboarding schedule and complete any necessary paperwork, such as employee action forms and onboarding documents like I-9 forms, benefits enrollment, and federal and state tax forms. Human Resources should also ensure that a new employee file is created.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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