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Laislao Moises Lopez Galeas

Arlington,TX

Summary

Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Efficient Upholsterer adept at cutting, stretching and stapling fabrics in high-volume environments. Diligent and detail-oriented with a solid work ethic and in-depth understanding of assembly line operations. Looking for a permanent role and bringing 10 years' experience in the field.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Upholsterer

Self-employeed
Nashville, TN
04.2016 - Current
  • Assembled furniture frames according to specifications using bolts, screws, dowels or glue.
  • Added materials and built up cardboard to pad seats and arms.
  • Recovered furniture with fabric or leather after applying appropriate adhesive products.
  • Examined furniture frames, upholstery, springs, and webbing to locate and repair defects.
  • Processed written and verbal instructions, prints and work orders.
  • Repaired small and inconspicuous rips or tears in material.
  • Set up and performed hand and automatic assembly operations on components, sub-assemblies and assemblies.
  • Fit material on frames using glue, staples and tools.
  • Determined materials, tools and equipment needed for product order fulfillment.
  • Applied padding materials to seats, backs and arms of chairs and sofas prior to covering them with fabric.
  • Designed upholstery layout patterns and cutting plans based on sketches, customer descriptions or blueprints.
  • Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
  • Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
  • Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
  • Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.

Upholstery Technician

Self-employeed
Nashville, TN
06.2013 - Current
  • Assemble pre-fabricated pieces of furniture according to instructions.
  • Added materials and built up cardboard to pad seats and arms.
  • Research techniques related to traditional methods of upholstery construction and repair.
  • Stretched fabric and webbing using tools and neatly tacked pieces.
  • Determined materials, tools and equipment needed for product order fulfillment.
  • Fit material on frames using glue, staples and tools.
  • Stain wood components to match existing color palette when refinishing antique furniture pieces.
  • Worked on special projects such as reupholstering.
  • Followed instructions when measuring, cutting and sewing materials.
  • Prepare upholstery materials by, stapling, tacking, or gluing fabrics onto frames.
  • Measure and cut foam for cushions using measuring tape and utility knife.
  • Attach decorative trims such as fringe, tufting cord, buttons or welting to finished product.

Education

High School Diploma -

Tecnitian
Honduras
11-2016

Skills

  • Stretching Fabric
  • Repairing Frames
  • Refinishing Wood
  • Managing Inventory
  • Troubleshooting Problems
  • Operating Equipment
  • Quality Control Standards
  • Power Tool Operation
  • Work Order Interpretation
  • Frame Repair
  • Sewing
  • Task Prioritization
  • Self-Directed
  • Friendly, Positive Attitude
  • Customer Service

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Upholsterer

Self-employeed
04.2016 - Current

Upholstery Technician

Self-employeed
06.2013 - Current

High School Diploma -

Tecnitian
Laislao Moises Lopez Galeas