Title: Production Assembly - 1st Shift

Req ID: 4569

Job Category: Manufacturing / Truck Driver

Location:

Charlotte, NC, US, 28269

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Compensation:

$18/HR

What You'll Bring:

Basic ability to read and write English
Demonstrate ability and willingness to work safely, take initiative, multi-task, and work both independently and as part of a team
Experience in sewing machinery and/or in a manufacturing environment is preferred
Must be 18 years or age
High School graduate or equivalent GED
Prior assembly or manufacturing experience preferred.
Forklift experience preffered

What You'll Do:

Assemble mattresses as outlined in established work instructions using a variety of pneumatic tools (e.g., c-ring hog-ring guns, staple guns, hot glue guns). 
This includes the assembly of Hot Melt Bond (HMB) units on the HMB machine; application of various, specified upholstered layers to HMB and open coil units; foam-encased pocketed coil units; application of specified upholstery layers; foam encasing and final mattress assembly. 
Potentially work in various apartments on the assembly line. You could work in departments like mattress assembly, shipping and receiving, box Spring Assembly, etc.

How You'll Do It:

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.  Production within the range specified for the position is required to maintain integrity of make-to-order system. 
Must be able to comprehend and follow work instructions 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. 
Safety-focused, fast-paced manufacturing plant engaged in Lean Manufacturing/Continuous Improvement.  Work environment includes a clean and safe work area and exposure 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.