Christy Newton
Benton,AR
Summary
Detail-oriented upholstery fabricator with extensive experience in high-stakes environments. Proficient in managing multiple projects, resolving issues swiftly, and ensuring adherence to safety protocols. Expertise in supporting team members and enhancing workflow efficiency contributes to successful project execution.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Upholstery Fab-III
Dassault Falcon Jet
Little Rock, Arkansas
10.2025 - Current
- Fabricated side ledges for Falcon 8X, 6X, and 2000LX aircraft.
- Completed daily operational tasks while following service standards.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to meet service goals, while supporting colleagues and promoting team cooperation.
Upholstery fabricator
Aviation Consulting Experts
Fort Worth, Texas
12.2023 - Current
- Fabricated sideledges for Falcon 8X, 6X, 2000LXS, and Falcon 900LX models.
- Mentored new team members in upholstery fabrication techniques, enhancing their onboarding experience.
- Achieved tight deadlines through effective time management in high-pressure situations.
- Coordinated with team members to meet deadlines and maintain smooth workflow across projects.
- Adjusted workflows to accommodate production schedule changes, ensuring operational flexibility.
- Followed safety procedures to maintain a secure working environment.
- Addressed and resolved production issues swiftly to maintain alignment with productivity targets.
Upholstery Assistant
Southstar Aircraft Interiors
Uvalde, TX
08.2021 - 11.2023
- Resolved complex upholstering challenges, enhancing quality and efficiency of final products.
- Measured and cut fabric for upholstered products, ensuring precise adherence to specifications.
- Measured and cut covering materials using patterns and precise instruments.
- Used hand tools effectively for upholstery tasks in a workshop setting. including staple guns, scissors, and knives for upholstery tasks.
- Collaborated with team members to complete projects on time, contributing to overall project success.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining high-quality standards.
- Committed to meeting deadlines by completing complex jobs on time.
- Worked on various aircraft seats and soft goods, including cushions and panels.
Upholstery Apprentice
TJ Interiors
Little Rock, AR
06.2016 - 07.2021
- Engaged with customers to discuss design options for new upholstered aircraft parts.
- Installed upholstery on seats for various applications including aircraft, automobiles, and marine vessels. for aircraft, automobiles, and marine vessels, gaining diverse experience.
- Exhibited problem-solving capabilities by promptly addressing upholstery workmanship issues.
- Acquired extensive knowledge of upholstery fabrics and leathers, focusing on their characteristics.
- Designed patterns for panels before upholstery application.
- Balanced time across various projects without sacrificing quality.
- Maintained tool cleanliness by routinely cleaning after each use.
- Explored innovative approaches to improve job efficiency and productivity.
Education
High School -
Kilgore High School
Kilgore, TX05.2007
Skills
- Advanced upholstery techniques
- Pattern fitting
- CAM software proficiency
- Precision measurement
- Equipment operation
- Critical thinking
- Creative problem solving
- Continuous improvement
- Team collaboration
- Flexible and adaptable
- Attention to detail
- Friendly, positive attitude
Timeline
Upholstery Fab-III
Dassault Falcon Jet
10.2025 - Current
Upholstery fabricator
Aviation Consulting Experts
12.2023 - Current
Upholstery Assistant
Southstar Aircraft Interiors
08.2021 - 11.2023
Upholstery Apprentice
TJ Interiors
06.2016 - 07.2021
High School -
Kilgore High School