Reports to: Plant Supervisor

GENERAL PURPOSE:

Assembles mattresses using established work instructions

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assembles mattress units per established work instructions using a variety of pneumatic tools (e.g. c-ring hog-ring guns, staple guns, hot melt glue guns); application of various, specified upholstered layers to open coil units; foam-encased pocketed coil units; application of specified upholstery layers; and final mattress assembly
• Reload gun as needed and changes locators on table to accommodate different size frames
• Inspect mattress components and finished units for unacceptable flaws or structural defects and performs repairs or reject as needed
• Be able to read tag and other documentation
• Perform all duties according to established safety and efficiency procedures
• Must be able to meet production goals according to established guidelines
• Report issues or problems with production process to immediate supervisor
• Perform other duties as designated by a supervisor or manager
• Must be willing to cross train across multiple jobs and/or departments

JOB FACTORS/WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Must be able to stand and walk on concrete floors of minimum of 8 hours per shift
• Must be able to move mattresses to the assembly line that weigh up to 75 lbs (heavy loads over 75 LBS must be team lifted)
• Ability to work and adapt to a changing work environment (examples, hot, cold, noise and around odors).
• Must be able to wear required PPE

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum 18 years of age
• Basic English reading/writing skills required
• High school graduate or equivalent preferred
• Previous experience in factory/warehouse setting highly desirable

COMPETENCIES:

• Take initiative, multi-task, and work independently and as part of a team
• Ability and willingness to work safely
• Maintains work area safe and clean
• Must be willing to participate in CI activities if needed
• Must be able to work overtime as required

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:

• Work experience with pneumatic tools and/or in a manufacturing environment preferred

 

This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties or responsibilities associated with the job. Other job-related duties may be assigned.

An Affirmative Action Equal Opportunity Employer • Drug-Free Working Environment