The posting
Job Description
Coricraft is seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Upholsterer to join our Manufacturing team. The successful candidate will be responsible for upholstering a range of furniture products to the required quality standards, ensuring all work is completed efficiently, safely, and in line with production requirements.
Responsibilities
- Upholster furniture according to specifications and quality standards
- Interpret work orders, patterns, and product specifications
- Measure, cut, fit, and secure fabric, leather, foam, and other upholstery materials
- Use upholstery tools and machinery safely and effectively
- Inspect completed products to ensure they meet quality requirements
- Repair or reupholster furniture when required
- Maintain a clean and safe work area
- Adhere to company quality, health, safety, and housekeeping standards
- Meet daily production targets and deadlines
- Work collaboratively with team members and supervisors to ensure operational efficiency
Qualifications
- Grade 10 or equivalent qualification
Experience:
- Proven experience as an Upholsterer in a furniture manufacturing environment
Skills:
- Good understanding of upholstery techniques, materials, and tools
- Ability to read and interpret measurements, patterns, and technical specifications
- Good communication skills
- Problem-solving ability
- Time management
Behaviours:
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship
- Ability to work under pressure and meet production deadlines
- Quality focused
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Accountability and reliability
Preference will be given, but not limited to candidates from designated groups in terms of the Employment Equity Act
About Us
Who we are is because of our people. They are our greatest asset. TFG is an internationally diversified retail portfolio of 34 speciality lifestyle and apparel brands that Inspire our Customers to live their Best Lives and are woven into the lives of millions. Our vision is to create the most remarkable omnichannel experiences for our customers. TFG is more than a workplace, it's a launchpad for your growth. Join us and explore endless growth opportunities across our diverse brands. We’re a purpose-led business, and on this team, you’ll share the pride of making an impact across a whole industry.
We’re the designers, the makers, the shakers and the teams behind the scenes.
Are you with us?
Consistently on-trend, and always accessible, Coricraft has become Southern Africa’s interior inspiration. Since 1995, Coricraft’s founding store in Cape Town has grown to 44 showrooms across South Africa, Namibia and Botswana. With easy and efficient online shopping, Coricraft comes to wherever you are.
South African born, we remain proudly local. Our Cape Town factory boasts highly skilled and experienced hands. Our manufacturing team knows their craft intimately, making unique couches to customer specifications. The value for money on lifetime purchases continues to make Coricraft South Africa’s most desirable furniture destination.



