Emanuel Ramos
Lincolnton,NC
Summary
Skilled in furniture production with expertise in reading blueprints and assembling wood and metal frames. Strong attention to detail ensures precise measurements and adherence to quality standards, contributing to exceptional craftsmanship in every project. Bilingual and dedicated to continuous improvement.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Framer
Design Foundry
Newton, NC
01.2021 - 01.2026
- Expert in reading blueprints, cutting, and assembling wood and metal frames for high end furniture.
- Proficient with pneumatic staple/nail guns, miter saws, band saws, drills, and hand tools.
- Extensive experience working with hardwoods, softwoods, plywood, and structural hardware.
- Strong eye for detail, ensuring precise measurements, squareness, and structural integrity before upholstery.
- Strict adherence to OSHA safety standards and ability to interpret complex shop drawings.
Framer-Cushion Filler
Bassett Furniture
Conover, NC
01.2018 - 01.2021
- Building strong, precise wood and metal structures based on design blueprints.
- Expert in cutting, wrapping, and stuffing cushions with foam, dacron, down, or cotton to achieve the perfect shape and density.
- Experience installing webbing, sinuous springs, and preparing frames for final fabric application.
- Proficient with pneumatic cushion stuffers, staple guns, foam cutters, miter saws, and drills.
- Ensuring every piece meets strict comfort, weight, and aesthetic standards.
Foam Machine Operator
Inter State Foam & Supply
Hickory, NC
01.2017 - 01.2018
- Skilled in setting up, operating, and monitoring industrial foam production or cutting machinery.
- Read production orders, input specifications, adjust speed and blade tension, and calibrate controls to achieve exact material dimensions.
- Expert in cutting raw foam blocks into precise shapes for cushions and padding while maximizing material yield and reducing waste.
- Conducted routine equipment inspections, cleared jams, replaced blades, and performed basic preventative maintenance to ensure optimal machinery performance.
- Safe operation of forklifts to transport large foam buns, heavy lumber, and finished furniture frames across the facility.
- Applied knowledge of different foam types, densities, and compressions to select materials that meet specific furniture design requirements.
- Using calipers, tape measures, and visual checks to ensure all pieces meet strict factory tolerance standards.
Education
Some College (No Degree) -
EDP University
San Sebastián, PRHigh School Diploma -
Patria Latorre
Puerto RicoSkills
- Frame construction
- Blueprint interpretation
- Finish carpentry
- Precision cutting techniques
- Structural assessment
- Equipment handling
- Material sourcing
Timeline
Framer
Design Foundry
01.2021 - 01.2026
Framer-Cushion Filler
Bassett Furniture
01.2018 - 01.2021
Foam Machine Operator
Inter State Foam & Supply
01.2017 - 01.2018
Some College (No Degree) -
EDP University
High School Diploma -
Patria Latorre