Upholstery Production Associate 1st Shift

Upholstery Production Associate - Reno, NV - $20/hr

Employment Type: Temp-to-Hire

Cloud Ray, based in East Windsor, NJ, is a trusted staffing partner with 25+ years of industry experience, connecting skilled talent with leading companies across the U.S. We specialize in industrial, logistics, IT, hospitality, and skilled trades staffing - ensuring candidates find stable opportunities with growth potential.

We are seeking an experienced Upholstery Production Associate for our client in Reno, NV. You will perform a variety of operational functions including assisting in the laminating process by preparing materials, applying laminate to product surfaces, and ensuring quality standards are met in a fast‑paced production environment. You will also assist with wrapping, bonding, and assembling fabric, vinyl, or leather materials onto various components.

The ideal candidate will have strong hand‑eye coordination, patience, and a willingness to learn upholstery techniques in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment. This is a great opportunity to work with a leading manufacturer company while building your long‑term career.

• Assist in measuring, cutting, and preparing upholstery materials.
• Wrap and bond laminate, fabric, vinyl, or leather to frames or molded parts.
• Use hand tools, staple guns, adhesives, and cutting tools safely and effectively.
• Stretch and secure materials to ensure a smooth, wrinkle‑free finish.
• Inspect finished products for quality, consistency, and defects.
• Follow production schedules and meet daily output goals.
• Maintain a clean and organized workstation.
• Adhere to safety guidelines and company policies.
• Prepare materials for laminating (cutting, trimming, staging materials).
• Apply laminate to various surfaces such as plastic, wood, metal, or composite parts.
• Ensure proper alignment, bonding, and finishing of laminated products.
• Operate basic hand tools and laminating equipment.
• Inspect finished products for quality, bubbles, wrinkles, or defects.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Follow safety guidelines and company procedures at all times.
• Assist with packaging and labeling finished products as needed.
• Manufacturing or production setting.
• Fast‑paced environment with repetitive tasks.
• May require bending, kneeling, and prolonged standing.

• Previous upholstery, sewing, furniture assembly, automotive interior, or hands‑on manufacturing experience preferred but not required.
• Experience in upholstery, upholstery repair, furniture, automotive interiors, or similar trades is a plus.
• Ability to work with hand tools and adhesives.
• Strong attention to detail and quality.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 30‑50 lbs.
• Good manual dexterity and hand‑eye coordination.
• Reliable attendance and strong work ethic.
• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Previous manufacturing, assembly, upholstery, or production experience is a plus but not required.
• Experience in upholstery, wrap/bond laminate work, or detailed assembly.
• Familiarity with measuring tools.
• Experience working with adhesives or bonding materials.
• Strong attention to detail and patience.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Comfortable working in a team‑oriented production environment.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 40‑50 lbs as needed.
• Steel‑toed boots required.
• Must pass background & drug screening.

• Shift: 1st Shift – Monday‑Thursday 5:00 AM – 3:30 PM;
  Fridays & Saturdays Overtime.
• Pay: $20.00 hr

• Weekly pay
• Health insurance
• Incentives & performance‑based bonuses
• Referral bonuses
• Temp‑to‑hire career growth potential

Job is commutable from Sparks, and Reno area (89521).

Are you interested? If not, please refer someone for the position, as we have a voucher of $200 as a referral fee.