Manager, Production (CAN)

Serta Simmons Bedding; Calgary; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturer in bedding solutions is seeking an Operations Manager for their Calgary facility. In this role, you will manage production, ensure compliance with safety and quality standards, and lead a dedicated team. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree and extensive experience in lean manufacturing, with strong analytical and leadership skills. Competitive benefits and career development opportunities await you as part of a legacy company committed to making a difference in the sleep solutions industry.

Benefits

Competitive benefits

Employee discount on products

Job training and development

Qualifications

• 5-10 years job-related experience in a lean manufacturing environment.
• Solid analytical skills with good mathematical aptitude.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day production, maintenance and delivery operations.
• Schedule, plan, and control production activities.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, DOT, and other regulations.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Mathematical Aptitude

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience

Job description

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Job Category: Manufacturing / Truck Driver

Location:

Calgary, AB, CA, T2C 5N5

At Serta Simmons Bedding, we dare to dream and work differently. We’re proud to be one of the largest bedding manufacturers in North America and lead the way with our iconic brands - Serta, Beautyrest, Simmonsand Tuft & Needle.

When you join our company, you become part of winning team that is excited and committed to helping our customers get a good night’s sleep.

Fueled by care for our people and their safety, we provide inspiring career opportunities, competitive benefits, and employee perks, and most importantly, the chance to make a positive impact in the lives of our customers.

Job Family

MFG

Exempt/Non-Exempt

Exempt

Function

MFG

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

As delegated by the Operations Manager, responsible for managing the day-to-day production, maintenance and delivery operations of a multi-shift Plant in accordance with operating procedures and to achieve production, efficiency and quality results. Implements Plant's production planning and control; transportation and shipping/receiving; Plant and equipment maintenance program; quality control including the full compliance with FR requirements; employee health and safety programs/functions and related compliance; training and development of assigned staff for assigned areas. Position will be responsible for leadership in the absence of Operations Manager.

• Schedules, plans and controls production activities, including the supervision of Plant Supervisors and production employees and drivers, in order to ensure continuous and efficient production in appropriate quantity and quality
• Directs quality teams and CAPA process
• Uses lean manufacturing principles to continuously improve associates and the flow of production through the facility
• Assists in the hiring, training, evaluating and development as well as handling disciplinary actions as indicated, personally or through Plant Supervisors
• Fosters positive working relationships, and responds proactively to employee concerns or problems
• Oversees compliance and enforces adherence to health and safety, DOT and Vehicle (Tractor/Trailers), and other Company and/or regulatory programs
• Plans and implements safety policies and procedures in compliance with local, state and federal OSHA rules and regulations.
• Investigates, and/or oversees the investigation of work related incidents, accidents and injuries
• Ensures appropriate documentation and notifications are prepared and all protocols are followed.
• Ensures the full implementation, maintenance and overall compliance of various quality control and FR programs; and ensures adherence to overall Quality Assurance programs for incoming materials, work in process, and finished goods.
• Inspects and documents required incoming raw materials samplings, monitors and analyzes Plant departmental quality review documentation, conducts regular teardown inspections, and maintains returned goods inspection program; documents and follows up on corrective actions that may be indicated.
• Collects, compiles, and analyzes data and statistics; reviews for trends, and makes appropriate system and procedural recommendations to management
• Monitors any system and/or procedural changes made to ensure expected results
• Prepares various other standard and ad hoc reports for internal analysis; use in internal analysis, hearings, lawsuits and insurance investigations; and top management, plant management, plant committees and employees.
• Reviews production and operating reports and resolves operational, manufacturing, and maintenance problems to ensure minimum costs and prevent operational delays.
• Implements and oversees inventory control system for tick and other raw materials
• Coordinates with other Plant personnel or Group contacts as needed. Investigates back orders and product "falldown" issues

Experience/Education

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience
• 5-10 years job-related experience in a lean manufacturing environment
• May involve lifting product (up to 100 lbs)
• Need solid analytical skills; with good mathematical aptitude and sound quantitative skills

Key Relationships

Come Dream with Us!

When you join Serta Simmons Bedding, you become part of our 150-year legacy of sleep solutions with endless opportunities to impact our future for centuries to come. Once you’re here, you’ll be part of a winning company that invests and supports our team members’ career journeys. We offer competitive benefits, job training, learning and development, and other employee perks such as our employee discount on all products.

Employees are required to comply with COVID policies established by a vendor or customer.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy that discrimination against any individual on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, ancestry or national origin, age, citizenship status, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability (with or without reasonable accommodations), status as a disabled veteran or veteran of the Vietnam era, or political affiliation is strictly prohibited.

SSH Bedding Canada Co. is proud to provide employment accommodation during the recruitment process. Should you require any accommodations please indicate your needs on your cover letter and we will work with you to meet your accessibility needs.