Manufacturing Production Associate

Bedgear; Rock Hill (SC); On-site; USD 22,041 - 31,340; Full time

Job summary

A leading consumer goods company based in Rock Hill, SC, is seeking a Production Operator to perform various functions in pillow and mattress assembly. Candidates must have a high school diploma, be authorized to work in the US, and be able to lift up to 50 lbs. This role involves adhering to safety protocols and may require overtime. Join a team dedicated to quality and continuous improvement in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older
• HS Diploma or GED
• Legally authorized to work in the United States
• English proficient (reading, writing, speaking, comprehension)
• Willing to work mandatory overtime when needed
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Perform essential functions in the pillow and/or mattress assembly process
• Smooth out the fill within the pillows
• Cleans and erects retail cartons for finished goods
• Verify shipping labels with work orders
• Prepare shells, active cores, and pillow bags
• Utilize a single needle industrial machine to stitch pillows
• Safely operate pillow and/or mattress machines

Job description

Job Title: Production Operator

Department: Manufacturing

Reports to: Production Manager

Hours Available: Monday – Thursday, 6:00am-4:30pm (30-minute lunch break)

FLSA Class: Non-Exempt (Hourly)

EEO1 Classification: Operatives

Physical Address: 1953 Langston Street, Rock Hill, SC 29730

Salary Range: $16.00- $22.75 per hour (Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, location, and other factors permitted by law)

Why Work @ BEDGEAR?

BEDGEAR provides a work environment that accelerates growth for all its team members. Keeping up with the everyday challenges of a fast‑growing consumer goods company demands a team of all‑in players, who are focused on continuous improvement, collaboration, leadership, and possess a growth‑mindset. If you want to elevate yourself personally and professionally, surrounding yourself with others that share the same values, beliefs, and behaviors will provide the support and extra push to reach new heights and smash new goals. At BEDGEAR you can expect to find successful teammates who exemplify our core values of being: HUNGRY – HUMBLE – CURIOUS – CLEVER – COMMITTED – HUMANITARIAN.

About BEDGEAR® PERFORMANCE®

Launched in 2009, BEDGEAR® is the brand of Performance® that provides innovative bedding by focusing on an active lifestyle and well‑being. BEDGEAR’s sleep solutions are engineered with Performance fabrics that are temperature neutral and instant cooling and maximizes airflow to allow the body to naturally regulate its temperature. BEDGEAR is dedicated to integrating environmental responsibility into product development to ensure less returned goods are being sent to landfills. BEDGEAR is essential to the rest and recovery routines of professional athletes and active people who need to maximize their sleep. A proud manufacturer in the USA, BEDGEAR offers mattresses, pillows, sheets, blankets, pet beds and travel, kids and baby products that often feature removable and washable covers to maintain a clean and healthy sleep environment. BEDGEAR is represented in more than 4,000 retail stores across the globe and has earned more than 220 U.S. and worldwide patents, trademark registrations and pending applications. Sleep Fuels Everything®! Learn more at bedgear.com.

Summary

Production Operators may be responsible for performing one or all the essential functions in the pillow and/or mattress assembly process in a given day to accommodate operational needs in a safe, professional, and efficient manner, adhering to established processes and procedures. Employees may be required to be cross~trained in any number of the functions below. All functions require that the employee maintains an up-to-date knowledge of all current products and materials.

Essential Functions (includes but not limited to)

• Beater/Bagger – Smooths out the fill within the pillows. Requires constant standing and upper body movements. Inserts a half core and zips pillow closed. Ensures quality standard before packaging pillow into a bag or box.
• Retail Box Maker/Closer – Cleans and erects retail cartons for the finished goods. This position requires constant standing and upper body movement while keeping up with the production line by always keeping the conveyor full of empty, erected retail cartons. Closes retail cartons on a conveyor and packs products into master cartons. Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Master Carton Maker/Stacker – Verifies the shipping labels with the work order before labeling master cartons. Master cartons will be erected and taped on the bottom side of the carton then labeled. Once a master carton is filled, the carton will be taped shut, stacked, and then moved into a separate location by using a hand truck. Requires constant bending and lifting of up to 50 lbs.
• Pillow Line Prep – Prepares shells, active cores, and pillow bags. Responsible for pillow compliance, stamping, and quality checks. Constant standing and ability to lift up to 50 lbs required.
• Sewer – Utilizes a single needle industrial machine to stitch closed pillows, ensuring speed, accuracy, and quality requirements.
• Machine Operator – Safely operates pillow and/or mattress machines and is responsible for basic daily preventative maintenance. Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Mattress Assembler – Orients foam, joins foam components with adhesive glue, applies FR socks and sews shut, applies mattress cover, feeds finished mattress into compress/roll machine, removes rolled mattress, boxes and palletizes finished product.
• Utility – Performs general housekeeping and organization of the production department. Dump and return mobile trash dumpsters, maintain bearings on roller buggies, recycle metals and corrugate, communicate trash compactor status, and learn to use a bailer for corrugated material.

MUST HAVE

Ability to prioritize effectively and operate efficiently; sound judgment; recognition of opportunities and evoke change; strong follow‐up skills; interpersonal skills; excellent communication; attention to detail; problem‑solving; comprehensive confidentiality agreement understanding.

Qualifications/Requirements

• Must be 18 years of age or older
• HS Diploma or GED
• Legally authorized to work in the United States and have IDs.
• English proficient (reading, writing, speaking, comprehension)
• Willing to work mandatory overtime when needed
• Willing and able to submit to pre‑employment and random drug testing
• Pass all safety training tests
• Lift up to 50 lbs.

Education/Experience/License Requirements

• Minimum of 1 year of experience in operations within a factory environment (preferred).
• Experience operating a forklift or pallet jack is a plus.
• At least 2 years of experience operating an industrial sewing machine is preferred.
• Strong familiarity with sourcing foam, fibers, threads, and boxes highly desirable.
• Knowledge of quality assurance standards and processes required.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.

Sensory Requirements

Ability to utilize senses such as touch, hearing, and vision. If required to wear prescription lenses while operating a vehicle, must also use while operating factory machinery. Keen hearing required to hear surroundings while operating machinery.

Language Skills

English proficiency required (reading, writing, speaking, comprehension). Knowledge of an additional language(s) is a plus!

Mathematical Skills

Basic arithmetic and algebra.

Reasoning Ability

Sound judgment, adherence to safety procedures, ability to follow directions, ability to follow chain of command, understanding of when to involve others in decision making.

Work Environment

Factory setting, large open area, exposure to heavy machinery and motorized vehicles, extreme temperatures, loud and fast paced, occasional stressful situations.

BEDGEAR® is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer that participates in the E‑Verify program!