JOB SUMMARY:

Operates Tape Edge machine to bind/close mattresses by joining top or bottom panel to mattress border.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Assembles mattress units per established work instructions using a tape edge machine and variety of materials to bind borders to mattress panels, strip risers, and gussets
Ensures quality standards are met according to guidelines and corrects any defective tape and/or tape skips on mattresses
Changes the needle and binding tape for the sewing machine as needed
Makes necessary machine adjustments and perform basic maintenance (e.g. cleaning, lubricating, etc.)
Follows production schedule and current manufacturing procedures to produce pieces and achieve hourly production goals
Maintains a safe, clean and orderly workstation. Sweeps work area and removes debris regularly throughout the shift
Other duties may be assigned as needed

DIRECT REPORTS

No direct reports

REQUIREMENTS:

1+ years of experience working in a manufacturing environment.
1+ year of experience operating Tape Edge Machines
Experience with use of industrial sewing machines (preferred)
Demonstrated ability to solve problems in a practical, methodical way while working with a sense of urgency.
Use required PPE Personal Protective Equipment: Safety Glasses

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Lift up to 75 pounds or more with team lifting on a regular basis.
Frequent and extended standing, walking, bending, lifting, pushing, pulling, twisting, and reaching for 8+hours

WORKPLACE & TRAVEL

This position works in a production floor setting.
Travel is not required.

PERSONAL ACCOUNTABILITY AND REPORTING

All employees are responsible for supporting and complying with the organization’s Occupational Health and Safety Management System (OHSMS) in accordance with ISO 45001:2018. This includes working in a safe and responsible manner, following established OH&S policies, procedures, and controls, actively participating in hazard identification, risk assessments, and incident reporting, and contributing to the continuous improvement of workplace health and safety performance. Employees are expected to take reasonable care for their own health and safety and that of others who may be affected by their actions or omissions.

ABOUT THE COMPANY

E.S. Kluft & Company is known for a long story of building only the best mattress in the U.S.! We are the company of choice for luxurious high-quality mattresses and want to be the employer of choice for your next career employment opportunity.

Future employees will have the opportunity to join Health, Vision, Dental, and Life Insurance on the first of the month following the date of hire. We offer 9 paid holidays, vacation, sick, birthday, and 401(k) employer match from your first day of hire!

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