Francisco Nava

I have experience installing backrest covers, headrest, arm rest, foot rest and arm lids including molding leather for arm lids on G500 and G600 chairs.

• Trained junior technicians on upholstery techniques and safety protocols.
• Maintained a safe and organized workspace, adhering to industry standards and best practices for workplace safety.
• Repaired completed work to meet Gulfstream quality standards and occasionally helped with hanger support.

• Cut fabric, ultra leather, leather, and foam to cover headliners, PSU panels, window panels, lower side wall panels, ledges. bulk heads and entry way head bumper. hand tools,
• Cut and sew leather to cover lavatory toilet seats and ledges.
• Trained new associates on company procedures and best practices.
• Executed assigned tasks as directed by lead supervisor to support team operations
• Repaired necessary squawks according to specifications, enhancing product quality and customer satisfaction.
• Operated industrial sewing machines to sew laboratory seats
• Inspected finished products for quality control and adherence to specifications.
• Trained junior technicians on best practices in upholstery techniques and safety protocols.
• Established quality assurance standards that elevated craftsmanship across all completed work.
• Mentored junior technicians in honing their upholstery skills, contributing to a positive and supportive team environment.
• Maintained a safe and organized workspace, adhering to industry standards and best practices for workplace safety.

• Crafted custom upholstered furniture to meet customer specifications and preferences.
• Cut and sew upholstery fabrics.
• Cut and sew cushions and double welt when required.
• Sewed cushions and double welt.
• Cut wood and made upholster custom headboards.
• Cut wood frames and modified to specifications and put finishing nails.
• Specialized in leather upholstery and tufting techniques for high-quality finishes.
• Kept work area clean and all tools organized.

• Supervised eight office associates.
• Hired and trained new associates.
• Handled all aspects of accounts payable and accounts receivable.
• Billed customers progressively on contracts.
• Submitted proposals and change orders to customers.
• In charge for driver’s daily schedule and assisted dispatch when needed.
• Responsible for obtaining Workers Comp and General Liability Insurance Certificates.
• Maintained and analyzed expense reports on all jobs on daily basis.

• Helped with pick-ups and deliveries.
• Stripped furniture and filled cushions.
• Put finishing nails and double welt as needed.
• Responsible for cutting fabric and cushions to size to keep occupied three upholsters and one seamstress.
• Upholstered dining chairs and ottomans.