Job Details

Cutting Machine Operator

The Company:

Sam Moore Furniture, a division of Hooker Furnishings, is seeking a Cutting Machine Operator for our Cutting Department. Hooker Furnishings, in its 101st year of business, is a designer, marketer, and importer of case goods (wooden and metal furniture), leather furniture, and fabric-upholstered furniture for the residential, hospitality, and contract markets.

For more than 80 years, Sam Moore has been dedicated to crafting high-quality upholstered seating.

• We foster a family-focused, supportive culture.
• We proudly give back to our community.
• We take great pride in our craftsmanship, ensuring every piece of furniture is made with care.

About the Role

We are seeking a dependable, detail-oriented Cutting Machine Operator to join our Cutting Department. In this role, you will cut fabric using both manual and automated equipment, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and proper preparation for downstream production teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Lift, stage, and assign rolls of fabric to the correct cutting machines.
• Review pattern data to determine appropriate yardage and cutting requirements.
• Enter style and production information into the computer system accurately.
• Sort, label, and organize cut fabric for the next steps in the production process.
• Use a DSI handheld scanner to scan and verify fabric tickets.
• Perform basic troubleshooting and routine machine maintenance (e.g., changing blades, minor adjustments).
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area; assist with additional departmental tasks as needed.

Qualifications & Skills

Required:

• Comfortable working with machinery and willing to learn new technology.
• Ability to work confidently with numbers, measurements, and pattern data.
• Excellent attendance and reliability.
• Positive attitude and a collaborative, team-oriented mindset.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.

Preferred:

• Previous experience in a manufacturing or production environment.
• Experience working with fabric, upholstery, or cutting equipment.
• Familiarity with basic machine maintenance or troubleshooting.

Why should you apply?

• A company dedicated to fostering a welcoming and supportive workplace where all individuals are valued and respected
• Competitive compensation plans.
• 8 paid holidays (Plus an additional 2 floating holidays).
• Paid sick and vacation time.
• The ability to be a part of a Multinational, global organization with 14 locations in the US and offices in Vietnam.
• Career development focus including training opportunities and leadership development programs.
• Tuition reimbursement program.
• Emphasis on charitable giving and volunteering in our communities.
• Focus on ESG (Environmental, Social, and Corporate Governance).
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision plans including a generous employer health saving account (HSA) contribution each plan year.
• Matching 401k employer contributions.
• The opportunity to "earn while you learn" We do not offer jobs; we offer careers and the chance to learn a trade while advancing your skills

Shift: Monday - Friday day shift