Operator 1 (USA)

Serta Simmons Bedding, LLC; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

HSA contribution

401(k) match

Paid time off

Company holidays

Sick days

Disability insurance

Parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Employee discounts

Job summary

Serta Simmons Bedding (SSB) is seeking entry-level manufacturing operators in Houston, TX. The role supports a continuous flow production environment, performing repetitive tasks across multiple areas to meet quality standards.

You will work with lean practices, operate machinery, monitor processes, and assist with basic maintenance while following all safety policies. Competitive benefits accompany this opportunity.

Qualifications

• Must be able to read, write, and speak English.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Entry-level position with little to no experience; manufacturing ops experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operates in one or more production areas, executing prescribed, repetitive processes to meet production and quality standards.
• Identifies disruptions or malfunctions and makes minor adjustments per SOPs.
• Performs routine inspections and basic preventative maintenance on equipment.
• Works in areas such as Coiling, Foam Encasement, Assembly, Gluing, Sewing, Borders, Quilting, Closing and Packing.
• Follows safety policies and OSHA regulations to prevent injuries.
• Practices Lean principles and engages in Kaizen and continuous improvement projects.
• Assists in manufacturing sufficient quantities of quality products per standards.
• Sets up and operates automatic or semi-automatic machines; uses tools and fixtures for fabrication.
• Monitors processes with meters and gauges to ensure specifications; reports malfunctions and performs minor repairs.

Skills

English literacy

Mechanical aptitude

Manufacturing basics

Education

High school diploma or GED

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:

Non-Exempt

What You'll Do:

• Operates within one or more area(s) in a continuous flow manufacturing process, executing prescribed, repetitive processes to meet production and quality standards.
• Identifies process disruptions/malfunctions and makes minor adjustments per standard operating procedures and protocols.
• Performs routine inspections and basic preventative maintenance on equipment.
• Process Areas: Coiling, Foam Encasement, Assembly, Gluing, Sewing, Borders, Quilting, Closing and Packing 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.
• Manufactures sufficient quantities of quality products per specified standards.
• Sets up and operates automatic or semiautomatic machines and related equipment in a continuous production/processing operation.
• Monitors the process using meters, gauges, valves, flow ratios, temperatures, pressures, and related controls and guidelines to ensure adherence to production/process specifications.
• Reports any malfunctions or abnormalities and makes minor adjustments and repairs to equipment.
• Assembles mechanical units, fabricated parts/components and/or electrical/electronic systems to make subassemblies, assemblies or complete units using hand tools, power tools, jigs, fixtures and miscellaneous equipment.
• Fits, aligns, calibrates and adjusts parts and mechanisms to meet tolerances and product operating requirements; repairing units or products that have failed to meet requirements. Follows established procedures for operating various conventional and/or CNC (computerized numerical control) manufacturing equipment for tasks such as cutting, punching, forming, drilling, tapping, turning, milling, and stamping to fabricate, form or shape manufactured parts, tools or parts assemblies from raw materials.
• Selects and measures raw materials and parts to specifications to prepare for production processing.
• Resolves issues related to the organization's production, machinery, processing and/or packaging operations.

What You'll Bring:

• Entry-level with little to no experience.
• Must be able to read, write, and speak English.
• Must be at least 18 years or older. High school diploma or GED required.
• Previous experience in a manufacturing operations environment preferred.

How You'll Do It:

• Demonstrates pride, ownership and accountability for Safety and Quality.
• Strong mechanical aptitude, analytical thinking 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 the comfort zone.
• Communicate efficiently and effectively with others. Uphold SSB Mission & Core Values

Why work at Serta Simmons Bedding?

When you join SSB, you become part of a winning and diverse team that is excited and committed to helping people get better sleep. We provide inspiring career opportunities, competitive benefits, employee perks, and the chance to be part of the future of sleep.

Benefits and Perks (USA, Salary non-union- optional):

• Health, Dental, and Vision
• Annual employee contribution to HSA
• 401K with company match
• Paid Time Off / Vacation
• 12 company holidays
• Sick days
• Company paid short- and long-term disability
• Paid parental leave
• Discount programs including Friends and family discounts
• Referral Bonus
• Tuition Reimbursement

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.