Production Supervisor B - 2nd Shift

SertaSimmonsBedding; Hazleton (Luzerne County); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company that is not just about mattresses but is committed to enhancing the sleep experience for everyone. This role involves leading a team in a dynamic manufacturing environment, ensuring quality production while fostering a culture of safety and continuous improvement. You'll be the vital link between associates and management, driving change and motivating your team to achieve daily goals. With a rich heritage and a focus on innovation, this is your chance to make a significant impact in the sleep industry while enjoying competitive benefits and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

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

Tuition Reimbursement

Qualifications

• 3-5 years experience in a Lean manufacturing environment in a supervisory role.
• Strong leadership and motivational skills to inspire associates.

Responsibilities

• Lead department activities to ensure quality production safely and on time.
• Identify production challenges and implement solutions to meet schedules.
• Develop associates and monitor standardized work practices.

Skills

Strong written and oral communication

Conflict resolution skills

Interpersonal skills

Root cause analysis

Problem identification and resolution

Lean manufacturing techniques

Education

Bachelor's degree

Equivalent work experience

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.

What You'll Do:

• Leads cell/department activities and associates to ensure a quality product is produced safely, in time for delivery and within budgeted costs; key contributor to leading and managing change within the plant.
• Identifies daily production challenges and finds solutions to prevent reoccurrence and meet production schedules.
• Serves as a link between associates and management and supports associates through changes.
• Assists in developing and monitoring standardized work for direct reports and adheres to Leader Standard Work for your position.
• Audits or assigns audit duties for key result areas (e.g., quality, safety, scrap).
• Holds daily cell meetings and sets expectations for the day.
• Monitors production status hourly, removes bottlenecks and takes corrective measures to ensure daily goals are met.
• Oversees continuous flow and materials delivery systems and works with associates to continuously improve the process.
• Develops associates to improve/expand skills and bench strength.
• Reviews production schedules and estimates associate hours to complete a job assignment.
• Interprets specifications and job orders for associates and delegates duties.
• Recommends measures and changes to improve production, equipment, product quality and working conditions.
• Initiates and/or suggests plans to motivate and enforce safety rules.

How You'll Do It:

• Strong written and oral communication and conflict resolution skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills; able to inspire and motivate associates.
• Root cause analysis, problem identification, and resolution skills.
• Possess or able to learn Lean manufacturing techniques.

What You'll Bring:

• 3-5 years related experience in a Lean manufacturing environment in a supervisory role.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience.

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.