Lead Shipping Coordinator

Serta Simmons Bedding, LLC; West Palm Beach (FL); On-site; USD 44,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Serta Simmons Bedding (SSB) is seeking a Warehouse Associate in West Palm Beach, FL. The role supports a continuous flow manufacturing process across material handling, inventory, order receipt, inspection, fulfillment and shipping.

You'll operate a forklift, help ensure safety and quality, and work with cross-functional teams to meet production and customer service goals. Prior material handling and shipping/receiving experience is required; associates degree preferred.

Qualifications

• Must be able to read, write, and speak English.
• High school diploma or GED required; associate degree preferred.
• Three or more years of experience.
• Experience in material handling and shipping/receiving.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklift and manage material handling within warehouse.
• Assist with inventory, order receipt, fulfillment and shipping.
• Identify and troubleshoot process disruptions to meet safety and quality standards.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and Kaizen events.

Skills

Reading & writing English

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associates degree preferred

Tools

Automated demand fulfillment systems

Forklift safety equipment

Job description

Be Part of the Future of Sleep!

At Serta Simmons Bedding (SSB), we’re more than a mattress company, we’re a leading global sleep company with a mission to help people sleep better so they can live healthier lives. With a 150-year heritage in delivering industry-leading sleep solutions, we own iconic brands including Serta®, Beautyrest®, Simmons® and Tuft & Needle®.

Compensation:

$23/HR

Shift: 1st shift position starting around 5am

What You’ll Do:

• Consistently and independently follows routine work procedures.
• Operates within a variety of work area(s) to support the supply chain requirements of a continuous flow manufacturing process to meet production and quality standards.
• Identifies process disruptions/malfunctions, troubleshoots the problem and makes routine repairs/adjustments per standard operating procedures and protocols.
• Performs routine inspections to ensure quality standards.
• Focuses on continuous improvement of the movement of materials through various production processes and establishes key performance metrics and benchmarks relating to supply chain planning/forecasting to measure actual performance against goals on a regular basis.
• Promotes alignment by understanding and communicating customer needs and requirements throughout the organization.
• Process Areas: Material Handling, Forklift Operation, Inventory, Order Receipt, Inspection, Fulfillment and Shipping.
• Follows all safety policies and procedures defined by the company safety program and OSHA regulations to eliminate work related injuries.
• Practices Lean principles and participates in Kaizen events and continuous improvement projects.
• Responsibilities are within the Supply Chain Management Function as a generalist or in a combination of Disciplines
• Performs supply chain and logistics functions, such as Material Handling, Forklift Operation, Inventory, Order Receipt, Inspection, Fulfillment and Shipping.
• Helps create integrated processes among internal functions (e.g., operations, purchasing and logistics) and outside suppliers
• Transports materials/finished product using a forklift truck or reach truck to designated locations within the warehouse, which may include loading, unloading and order picking
• Fulfills orders, including order entry, administration, and shipping
• Processes orders and ensures orders flow effectively through systems and processes in accordance with the organization's customer service standards
• Develops capacity plans to support build-to-stock and/or build-to-order environments
• Ensures adequate inventory levels are maintained to maximize customer satisfaction and minimize cost
• Assists with the volume and demand planning analyses and supply and production schedules
• Manages the organization's warehouses, including processing, packaging and storage of supplies, materials and equipment
• Accounts for all materials and supplies in the stores facilities; audit goods received into warehouse
• Oversees receipt, storage and shipment of materials, and related reporting in accordance with established procedures
• Prepares and coordinate schedules for shipping and receiving materials to control the flow of goods and regulate warehouse space
• Monitors internal

How You’ll Do It:

• Demonstrates pride, ownership and accountability for Safety and Quality
• Strong organization and planning skills
• Attention to detail and ability to problem solve
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work in cross-functional teams
• Ability and willingness to cross-train
• Adapt to changing circumstances and priorities
• Effectively solve targeted problems
• Encourage and own a safe work environment
• Produce high quality work and services
• Work cooperatively with others and achieve outcomes
• Open to feedback and motivated to grow outside comfort zone
• Communicate efficiently and effectively with others
• Uphold SSB Mission & Core Values

What You’ll Bring:

• Three or more years of experience required.
• Must be able to read, write, and speak English.
• Must be at least 18 years or older.
• High school diploma or GED required; Associates degree preferred.
• Previous experience training and/or leading others required.
• Previous experience in material handling and shipping /receiving experience required.
• Experience working with automated demand fulfillment systems required.

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

It is our policy to abide by all federal, state, and local laws prohibiting employment discrimination, with respect to all terms and conditions of employment, based solely on a person’s race, color, religious creed/religion, sex (including sexual orientation, or gender identity), pregnancy, childbirth or other related medical conditions, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, disability, age, military status, or status as a Vietnam-era or special disabled veteran, marital status, registered domestic partner or civil union status, gender (including sex stereotyping or expression), genetic information (including family medical history), or any other protected status except where a reasonable, bona fide occupational qualification exists.

SSB will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees who need them, as required by law.

The hiring salary range for this position applies to where legally required, and most other geographies. Starting pay for the successful applicant depends on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education. The benefits available for this position include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, tuition assistance program and PTO or, if applicable, as otherwise dictated by the appropriate Collective Bargaining Agreement.