Mattress Kitter & Foam Line Operator

Carpenter Canada Co.; Elkhart (IN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent health insurance

Profit sharing

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Carpenter Co. seeks a Mattress Kitter for our Laminated Mattress Department in Elkhart, Indiana on 1st shift. The role supports external customers with efficient, safe production per schedule and specifications.

Qualified candidates will have at least a high school diploma, 1+ year manufacturing and assembly experience, and the ability to read a tape measure. Forklift and foam handling skills are a plus.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• 1+ years manufacturing experience preferred.
• 1+ years assembly experience preferred.
• Must read a tape measure.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lb regularly and 90 lb with a team.
• Ability to operate scanners and read production schedules.

Responsibilities

• Learn the kitting area including forklift operation, foam stacking and staging for lines.
• Learn foam types and mattress recipes.
• Assist with monthly inventory as needed.
• Operate laminator, sock closer, and banding equipment.
• Build, sock cover and box mattresses efficiently.
• Work in any line position as needed; cross-train on all mattress types.
• Adhere to quality standards and safe work practices.
• Maintain a neat, safe work environment and teamwork to meet production goals.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Assembly experience

Scanner operation

Reading a tape measure

Team player

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

SAP

Job description

Carpenter Co. seeks a Mattress Kitter for our Laminated Mattress Department in Elkhart, Indiana on 1st shift. The role supports external customers with efficient, safe production per schedule and specifications.

Qualified candidates will have at least a high school diploma, 1+ year manufacturing and assembly experience, and the ability to read a tape measure. Forklift and foam handling skills are a plus.