Jobs for People with MS: National MS Society

Foam Encase (CAN)

Req ID: 4907

Job Category: Manufacturing / Truck Driver

Location:

Vaughan, ON, CA, L4H 3V1

At Serta Simmons Bedding, we dare to dream and work differently. We’re proud to be one of the largest bedding manufacturers in North America and lead the way with our iconic brands - Serta®, Beautyrest®, Simmons® and Tuft & Needle®.

When you join our company, you become part of winning team that is excited and committed to helping our customers get a good night’s sleep.

Fueled by care for our people and their safety, we provide inspiring career opportunities, competitive benefits, and employee perks, and most importantly, the chance to make a positive impact in the lives of our customers.

Job Family

Plant Hourly

Exempt/Non-Exempt

Non-Exempt

Function

MFG Hourly

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Reports To: PRODUCTION SUPERVISOR

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; and final mattress assembly. Prepare and organize components for final assembly and restock raw materials at point of use.

Perform duties as outlined in established Job Safety Analysis and National Quality Standards and meet established hourly production goals.

Organize and/or stock raw materials in the work area, follow departmental housekeeping requirements, and leave the work environment and equipment clean at the end of shift.

Perform other duties as designated by a supervisor or manager.

Functional/Technical Competencies

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Must stand and walk for a minimum of 8 hours per day or longer in overtime situations as required.

Must be able to lift heavy product or raw materials up to 80 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.

MENTAL DEMANDS:

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.

Experience/Education

Demonstrated ability and willingness to work safely, take initiative, multi-task, and work both independently and as a part of a team.

Work experience with pneumatic tools and/or in a manufacturing environment preferred.

Job Factors/Work Environments

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.

Key Relationships

Competencies

Results Focus

Project Management

Teamwork

Quality

Problem Solving/Analysis

Come Dream with Us!

When you join Serta Simmons Bedding, you become part of our 150-year legacy of sleep solutions with endless opportunities to impact our future for centuries to come. Once you’re here, you’ll be part of a winning company that invests and supports our team members’ career journeys. We offer competitive benefits, job training, learning and development, and other employee perks such as our employee discount on all products.

Employees are required to comply with COVID policies established by a vendor or customer.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer . It is our policy that discrimination against any individual on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, ancestry or national origin, age, citizenship status, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability (with or without reasonable accommodations), status as a disabled veteran or veteran of the Vietnam era, or political affiliation is strictly prohibited.

SSH Bedding Canada Co. is proud to provide employment accommodation during the recruitment process. Should you require any accommodations please indicate your needs on your cover letter and we will work with you to meet your accessibility needs.