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 Salary
Exempt/Non-Exempt
Exempt
Function
Manufacturing North Region
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Responsible for overseeing all aspects of maintenance and facilitating and managing the activities of maintenance employees to ensure timely equipment and tool repair and effective preventive maintenance to minimize equipment downtime.
Foster a strong safety culture by implementing safety policies and training in compliance with company standards and OHS regulations to reduce workplace injuries Partner with the Operations Manager and Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Manager to investigate and report incidents involving equipment, machinery or tools Lead and oversee daily maintenance operations for the plant including equipment, facilities (fire protection/security) and grounds, while managing maintenance and labour costs Oversee installation, maintenance, repair, troubleshooting and inspection of equipment and tools to ensure optimal performance Evaluate and request necessary tools, equipment, and supplies; inspect completed work to ensure it meets specifications, quality and safety standards Establish and refine maintenance procedures to support production schedules and operational efficiency Provide or coordinate ongoing maintenance training and evaluations for plant personnel Identify opportunities to improve systems, processes and overall plant operations; implement new programs as needed Maintain preventive maintenance program On site contact for all Contractors Track and manage key maintenance KPIs, including OEE, work order completion rate, PM completion rate and equipment downtime Participate in Kaizen Projects to foster maintenance improvements All other duties as assigned by Operations Manager
Functional/Technical Competencies
Adaptable and flexible to shifting priorities. Strong analytical and problem solving skills. Committed to safety and high-quality work. Experienced in fostering continuous improvement. Collaborative and team oriented. Motivational leader with a focus on high performance. Excellent communicator who aligns with SSB’s Mission and Core Values. Proficient in MS Office Suite. Strong problem-solving and planning abilities. Knowledge of health and safety regulations. Skilled in mechanical, electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
Experience/Education
Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience. Red Seal Certification an asset 5+ years in Safety and Risk programs Lean/Six Sigma experience (Green Belt preferred) Electrical certification an asset
Job Factors/Work Environments
Exposure to typical hazards found in a manufacturing environment. Occasional lifting of heavy or bulky materials. Primarily active/mobile work throughout the manufacturing plant and warehousing/distribution areas. Up to 10% travel.
Key Relationships
- Operations Manager
Direct reports (hourly)
EHS Manager
HR Business Partner
Controller
Production Supervisors
Associates
Other Maintenance Supervisors
Vendors
Inspectors
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.
