Cutting Operator (Weekday)

INTERNAL JOB POSTING ALERT

POST DATE:  10/09/2026 NOON CST            END DATE: 10/16/2026 NOON CST


Associates are required to apply for job openings only during the specified time frame mentioned above. No exceptions will be made.

TO APPLY: Interested candidates should complete the Internal Application through the Internal Job Board. Associates applying for this position must post within the designated time frame, meet minimum job requirements and should not have any Performance Notifications currently on file.  Associates must maintain good standing throughout the posting / hiring process.

Primary area of focus for this position will be working as a cutting operator in the cutting department on the weekday shift.  The associate will work throughout the department as needed to pull and spread fabric and operate all machines to cut fabric per the specifications and established operating procedures.  Associate will assist and partner with co-workers to bundle and tag cut pieces for further processing to ensure the hourly and daily and weekly departmental goals and objectives of Sutter Street Manufacturing in safety, service, quality, and cost are met.

The Cutting Operator (Weekday) position is located in Booneville, MS.


You'll  be excited about this opportunity because you will.... 

• Practice safe work practices and demonstrate safe work habits to the workforce and adhere to the Personal Protective Equipment standards of the company throughout the facility.
• Adhere to the policies of Williams-Sonoma while performing any duties as assigned with a positive attitude and willing spirit to assist others in the department, facility, and the organization. Always acting with professional courtesy and the highest integrity.
• Perform daily tasks promptly and with high standards to achieve departmental and facility production goals using documented Standard Operating Procedures by performing the assigned task safely, correctly, and quickly while demonstrating integrity and acting in a responsible and accountable manner.
• Establish and promote hard work ethics through teamwork and collaboration with associates and departmental leadership to maximize the productivity of the departments while ensuring quality and adhering to and complying with all safety policies.
• Communicate openly and professionally with departmental leadership to ensure issues and obstacles and be addressed.
• Perform all assigned duties of the cutting operator position per the standard operation procedures of the assigned position at a minimum rate to maintain a sufficient buffer for sewing department to operate efficiently without gaps in production. 
• Ensure tags and tickets are correctly placed on items to ensure they are accounted for within the inventory system and follow system requirements for tracking materials.

Check out some of the required qualifications we are looking for in amazing candidates….

• At least 1 year of cutting experience in an upper-end upholstered furniture manufacturing environment. 
• This is an onsite and in office role.
• Good math and reading skills with good communication skills-oral and written and the ability to read, write, and understand English.
• Ability to read and understand production tickets and interpret simple instructions commonly placed in a standard operating procedure.
• Ability to perform multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment to assure delivery requirements.
• Ability to work effectively and cooperatively as a part of a team with other associates and managers with a strong sense of urgency and time management to meet established deadlines.

We prefer some of these qualities as well…. 

• High School Diploma or Equivalent. 
• Previous leadership experience.
• Basic computer skills. 
• Bilingual, English and Spanish.

Review these physical requirements, as they play a major part in this role…. 

• Must have the ability to stand for 10-hour periods and bend and twist at waist and knees as required to load and roll  furniture.
• Will frequently need to lift and pull items that weigh 20 – 25 pounds and occasionally lift items that weigh up to 60 pounds.

Our company benefits are second to none in the industry….

• Generous discount on all Williams-Sonoma, Inc. brand products.
• 401(k) plan and other investment opportunities.
• Paid vacations, Employee Assistance Programs, Time Off to Volunteer, Matching Gifts Community Service Program, and Holidays (in some locations).
• Health benefits, dental and vision insurance, including same-sex domestic partner benefits, Legal and Identity Protection Plans and Pet Insurance.
• For more information on our benefits offers, please visit MyWSIBenefits.com.
• To learn more about our Supply Chain culture and regional associate events, please visit: https://shorturl.at/R3OAX (Login credentials may be required).

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