Loader/Shipper

Serta Simmons Bedding; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k) plan

Life insurance

Disability benefits

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

Job summary

Serta Simmons Bedding (SSB) is seeking a Shipping Department Associate for its Charlotte, NC facility. This non-exempt, manufacturing hourly role supports daily shipping operations and loading activities with a focus on safety and efficiency.

You will follow load schedules, assist in staging, and coordinate closely with the plant team to maintain a steady workflow. Experience with pneumatic tools and a readiness to lift heavy items is preferred.

Qualifications

• Basic ability to read and write English.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Demonstrated ability and willingness to work safely, take initiative, multi-task, and work both independently and as a part of a team.
• Work experience with pneumatic tools and/or in a manufacturing environment preferred.
• Must stand and walk for a minimum of 8 hours per day or longer in overtime situations; must be able to lift heavy product up to 120 pounds multiple times per hour.
• Safety-focused, fast-paced manufacturing plant with Lean/Continuous Improvement.

Responsibilities

• Assists in the day-to-day operations of the Shipping Department.
• Follows load schedules and ensures a smooth workflow.
• Coordinates the staging area.
• Loads trucks.
• Performs various operations in the department as required.
• Ability to sort items with good organizational skills.
• Communicate clearly with coworkers and management; work in a fast-paced team environment.
• Foster and drive continuous improvement.
• Team Player.

Skills

English literacy

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Multi-tasking

Pneumatic tools experience

Tools

Pneumatic tools

Job description

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Job Category: Manufacturing / Truck Driver

Location: Charlotte, NC, US, 28269

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®andTuft & Needle®.

Job Family

Exempt/Non-Exempt

Non-Exempt

Function

MFG Hourly

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Assists in the day-to-day operations of the Shipping Department.

Follows load schedules and ensures a smooth workflow.

Co-ordinates the staging area.

Loads trucks.

Performs various operations in the department as required.

Ability to sort items along with good organizational skills

Good hand/eye coordination

Must be able to comprehend and follow work instructions, loading schedules and production tickets. Must be able to understand and follow verbal instructions; communicate with coworkers and management clearly and respectfully; and work in an ever-changing, fast-paced team environment.

Customer Focused

Process Oriented

Adapts to Change

Foster and drive continuous improvement

Team Player

Experience/Education

Basic ability to read and write English

Must be at least 18 years of age

Demonstratedability and willingness to work safely, take initiative, multi-task, and work both independently and as a part of a team. Work experience with pneumatic tools and/or in a manufacturing environment preferred.

Must stand and walk for a minimum of 8 hours per day or longer in overtime situations as required. Also must be able to lift heavy product or raw materials up to 120 pounds multiple times per hour during an 8-hour shift or longer in overtime situations to meet customer demand.Heavy loads must be team-lifted. A work pace that maintains integrity ofmake-to-order systemis required.

Safety-focused, fast-paced manufacturing plant engaged in Lean Manufacturing/Continuous Improvement. Work environment includes a clean and safe work areaandexposure to high noise decibels, hot raw materials, fire-retardant materials, and limited chemicals. Personal Protective Equipment is required to be worn for any hazards and is supplied by the company.

Key Relationships

SUPERVISED BY: Plant Supervisor or the Plant Operations Manager. May receive direction from the Department Lead

Results Focus

Project Management

Teamwork

Quality

Problem Solving/Analysis

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.