Top Benefits
About the role
Req ID: 6180
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
Manufacturing Plant Hourly
Exempt/Non-Exempt
Non-Exempt
Function
Manufacturing
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Loads and unloads trucks, operates a standard forklift (Stand up crown) and related equipment and
tools; moving materials throughout the plant.
Loads and unloads incoming materials from trailers using a forklift or other equipment or
tools, checks quantities and item descriptions against purchasing order, and enter orders into
the computer/Daily Logs,
Able to physically bookshelf mattresses, foundation and adjustable
Organizes and/or stocks raw materials and finish goods in the work area, follow departmental
housekeeping requirements, and leaves the work environment and equipment clean at the
end of shift
Performs all duties according to established safety and efficiency procedures and maintains
workstation in a neat, clean and orderly fashion
Performs daily checks for maintenance and safe operation of the forklift
Functional/Technical Competencies
Ability to sort items along with good organizational skills
Good hand/eye coordination
Prior Experience/Ability to drive a forklift
Able to pass in house driving test
Must be able to comprehend and follow work instructions, loading schedules 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.
Competencies
Customer Focused
Process Oriented
Adapts to Change
Foster and drive continuous improvement
Team Player
Experience/Education
Basic ability to read and write English
Must be at least 18 years of age
Prior experience/ability to drive a Stand up crown and/or order picker forklift
Know how to use RF scanner
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
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. A work pace that maintains integrity of make-to-order system is required.
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
SUPERVISED BY: Plant Supervisor or the Plant Operations Manager. May receive direction from the
Department Lead
Competencies
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.
About Serta Simmons Bedding
At SSB, we are passionate about dreaming differently, and designing, manufacturing and selling sleep products that help consumers sleep better to live healthier lives. We are one of the leading mattress manufacturers in North America with our iconic Serta, Beautyrest, Simmons and Tuft & Needle brands.
It is our commitment to deliver the latest innovations in sleep products and technology with an unmatched array of choices to meet every consumer preference.
MANUFACTURING INNOVATION:
Serta Simmons Bedding’s network of manufacturing facilities are revolutionizing the way we deliver great sleep. And that’s because we dare to do things differently.
We took inspiration from the world’s leading car manufacturers to create sophisticated mattress production processes. Investing in the latest technology, and committing to Lean principles, we are raising our game – dramatically enhancing employee safety, quality, and consistency. The result is the next generation of mattress manufacturing, allowing us to meet orders faster and more efficiently.
All of this work is proudly done in North America, enabling us to support local manufacturing.
Enabling consumers to live the lives they want is at the heart of what Serta Simmons Bedding does every day.
We constantly challenge ourselves to build better products that assure an even better night’s sleep. And our brands – Serta, Beautyrest and Tomorrow– embody the same Dare to Dream Differently spirit. Our research center, and the sleep scientists leading it, work tirelessly to develop and deliver world-leading innovations.
TECHNOLOGY AND PRODUCT INNOVATION:
Enabling consumers to live the lives they want is at the heart of what Serta Simmons Bedding does every day.
We constantly challenge ourselves to build better products that assure an even better night’s sleep. And our brands – Serta, Beautyrest and Tuft & Needle – embody the same Dare to Dream Differently spirit. Our research center, and the sleep scientists leading it, work tirelessly to develop and deliver world-leading innovations.
Top Benefits
About the role
Req ID: 6180
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
Manufacturing Plant Hourly
Exempt/Non-Exempt
Non-Exempt
Function
Manufacturing
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Loads and unloads trucks, operates a standard forklift (Stand up crown) and related equipment and
tools; moving materials throughout the plant.
Loads and unloads incoming materials from trailers using a forklift or other equipment or
tools, checks quantities and item descriptions against purchasing order, and enter orders into
the computer/Daily Logs,
Able to physically bookshelf mattresses, foundation and adjustable
Organizes and/or stocks raw materials and finish goods in the work area, follow departmental
housekeeping requirements, and leaves the work environment and equipment clean at the
end of shift
Performs all duties according to established safety and efficiency procedures and maintains
workstation in a neat, clean and orderly fashion
Performs daily checks for maintenance and safe operation of the forklift
Functional/Technical Competencies
Ability to sort items along with good organizational skills
Good hand/eye coordination
Prior Experience/Ability to drive a forklift
Able to pass in house driving test
Must be able to comprehend and follow work instructions, loading schedules 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.
Competencies
Customer Focused
Process Oriented
Adapts to Change
Foster and drive continuous improvement
Team Player
Experience/Education
Basic ability to read and write English
Must be at least 18 years of age
Prior experience/ability to drive a Stand up crown and/or order picker forklift
Know how to use RF scanner
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
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. A work pace that maintains integrity of make-to-order system is required.
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
SUPERVISED BY: Plant Supervisor or the Plant Operations Manager. May receive direction from the
Department Lead
Competencies
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.
About Serta Simmons Bedding
At SSB, we are passionate about dreaming differently, and designing, manufacturing and selling sleep products that help consumers sleep better to live healthier lives. We are one of the leading mattress manufacturers in North America with our iconic Serta, Beautyrest, Simmons and Tuft & Needle brands.
It is our commitment to deliver the latest innovations in sleep products and technology with an unmatched array of choices to meet every consumer preference.
MANUFACTURING INNOVATION:
Serta Simmons Bedding’s network of manufacturing facilities are revolutionizing the way we deliver great sleep. And that’s because we dare to do things differently.
We took inspiration from the world’s leading car manufacturers to create sophisticated mattress production processes. Investing in the latest technology, and committing to Lean principles, we are raising our game – dramatically enhancing employee safety, quality, and consistency. The result is the next generation of mattress manufacturing, allowing us to meet orders faster and more efficiently.
All of this work is proudly done in North America, enabling us to support local manufacturing.
Enabling consumers to live the lives they want is at the heart of what Serta Simmons Bedding does every day.
We constantly challenge ourselves to build better products that assure an even better night’s sleep. And our brands – Serta, Beautyrest and Tomorrow– embody the same Dare to Dream Differently spirit. Our research center, and the sleep scientists leading it, work tirelessly to develop and deliver world-leading innovations.
TECHNOLOGY AND PRODUCT INNOVATION:
Enabling consumers to live the lives they want is at the heart of what Serta Simmons Bedding does every day.
We constantly challenge ourselves to build better products that assure an even better night’s sleep. And our brands – Serta, Beautyrest and Tuft & Needle – embody the same Dare to Dream Differently spirit. Our research center, and the sleep scientists leading it, work tirelessly to develop and deliver world-leading innovations.