Title: Border Join & Sew (USA)

Req ID: 6697

Job Category: Manufacturing / Truck Driver

Location:

Wisconsin, WI, US, 53546

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®.

Job Family

Plant Hourly

Exempt/Non-Exempt

Non-Exempt

Function

MFG Hourly

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

GENERAL PURPOSE:

Operates sewing machines to produce mattress panels, various types of box spring covers and other sewn items as needed in the manufacturing process.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Using both hands, carefully positions all materials for sewing. Operates sewing machines using foot lever while continually positioning materials with both hands. Pushes aside finished cover. Re-threads sewing machines and replaces needles as needed. Reloads capping machines with binding tape rolls. Stands up and pushes aside empty cart, and returns with a full cart of covers. Performs all duties according to established safety and efficiency procedures. Maintains workstation in a neat, clean and orderly fashion. Performs minor maintenance on machines as needed. Sorts, folds and stacks panels as needed. Attaches labels, and performs other jobs in the sewing area as requested.

Functional/Technical Competencies

Experience/Education

Desired:

Basic ability to read, write and understand English. Basic ability to read/use a ruler, add/subtract and calculate fractions. Must be at least 18 years of age. Basic mathematical skills. Good organizational skills and detail orientation. Good eye/hand coordination. The job is highly repetitions and work involves occasional moving of moderately heavy materials. Work also involves exposure to usual hazards found in a manufacturing environment. Prior experience in sewing/textile industry utilizing related machines desired. Initial training period is approximately one week; requires ability to reach minimum 125% efficiency on consistent basis after 30 calendar days of service. 

Job Factors/Work Environments

Key Relationships

Production Manager and/or Production Supervisor 

Competencies

Results Focus

Project Management

Teamwork

Quality

Problem Solving/Analysis

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.