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.
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