Janitor/Bailer (USA)

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 FUNCTION
Assists with maintaining Companys waste and scrap recycling programs. Collects scrap material from machine operators, compresses and/or bundles waste materials using baler in a safe manner. Maintains clean production areas, rest rooms, break rooms and offices as assigned following proper safety procedures. Assists with other material handling duties as assigned.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Cleans production, break rooms, office work areas and other areas as assigned throughout the day. Removes debris and refuse. Sweeps and mops floors and carpets throughout the work day.

2. Collects scrap material from sewing room department including quilters, flangers, sergers; the production department including mattress build, tape edge; and from any other area in the Plant that generates scrap on a regular basis throughout the day in order to keep up with scrap generated in work areas that related to JIT production flow.

3. Places scrap materials in baler and operate baler using safe practices including never entering the baler.

4. Bales scrap using baling wire when the baler is full; and uses forklift or pallet jack as required to perform the function.

5. Weighs the baled scrap and identifies the weight is and has removed from baler. Prepares recyclable materials for shipping, and prepares baler machine to receive new scrap material.

6. Maintains clear exits and building entryways, and assists with basic grounds upkeep as needed.

7. Provides basic maintenance support including making minor equipment repairs, cleaning and lubricating parts or equipment, assisting with light plumbing, replacing light bulbs, cleaning filters, and other preventive maintenance support. Maintains documentation as needed regarding work and maintenance performed.

8. Performs various material handling duties as assigned.

9. Maintains adequate inventory of cleaning supplies and requests new supplies as needed.

10. Participates in Plant Committee meetings with regard to Waste Prevention Program and the Safety Committee as requested. Assists with special projects as requested.

11. Performs other duties as assigned. Functional/Technical Competencies Experience/Education EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE
REQUIRED:1. Must be at least age 18 to operator machinery.
2. Proficiency in reading and writing English.
3. One year of relevant experience.
DESIRED:1. High school graduate or equivalent.
2. Good mechanical aptitude.
3. Familiarity with safety programs in manufacturing environment.
4. Previous certification for driving a forklift.

Approximate training period for individual meeting minimum qualifications is one month. Job Factors/Work Environments

WORKER ATTRIBUTES
Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
Effective organization skills along with ability to work at a pace necessary to keep up with the JIT production flow.
Proficiency and basic ability to read and write English.
Ability to interpret and support standards, policies and procedures established by Serta, or Federal, State or local agencies.

JOB IMPACT
Errors committed in the course of performing the duties of this position may result in accidents, impact productivity and quality as well as cause health/safety problems for the Plant and Company.

WORK ENVIRONMENT
Work involves exposure to usual hazards found in a manufacturing environment. Work involves exposure to various cleaning solvents. Work involves regular lifting, pushing and pulling. Work also involves occasional crawling, climbing with some overhead work.

Key Relationships JOB RELATIONSHIPS
SUPERVISED BY: Plant Manager and Maintenance Supervisor/Coordinator. 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 persons 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.