Quality Inspector - 2nd Shift

About the role

Inspect finished mattresses and box springs for defects, such as dirt, skipped stitches, loose threads, poly lumps, and loose staples, in accordance with specifications. Lift and turn mattresses and box springs with another employee to inspect each side. Trim excess threads with scissors or steam the beds as required. Notify and return defective products to the appropriate department or supervisor for corrections/re-work. Collect data with the quality system, prepare red tags for communication, and use measurement tools. Wear specific PPE gloves for the tagging process and safety glasses. Assist with staging, which involves lifting and carrying mattresses or box springs to the packing area and from the packing machine to proper storage locations. Assist with moving mattresses or box springs from the storage area into the truck trailer. Perform other duties as assigned.

Responsibilities

• Inspect finished mattresses and box springs for defects
• Lift and turn mattresses and box springs with another employee
• Trim excess threads with scissors or steam the beds as required
• Notify and return defective products to the appropriate department or supervisor
• Collect data with the quality system
• Prepare red tags for communication
• Use measurement tools
• Wear specific PPE gloves for the tagging process and safety glasses
• Assist with staging
• Assist with moving mattresses or box springs from storage to the truck trailer
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Good attention to detail and ability to sort items
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills with basic English reading and writing ability
• Demonstrated ability and willingness to work safely, take initiative, multi-task, and work both independently and as part of a team
• Prior experience in bedding assembly preferred

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• At least 18 years of age
• Approximate training period for this position is two weeks

Skills

• Ability to interpret and support standards, policies, and procedures established by SSB
• Ability to comprehend and follow work instructions and production tickets
• Ability to understand and follow verbal instructions
• Ability to communicate clearly and respectfully with coworkers and management
• Able to work in a fast-paced, ever-changing team environment

Benefits

• 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
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid parental leave
• Discount programs including Friends and family discounts

Pay

$23.00/hour

Schedule

Heavy loads must be team-lifted. A work pace that maintains the integrity of the make-to-order system is required. Safe, fast-paced manufacturing plant engaged in Lean Manufacturing/Continuous Improvement. Work environment includes a clean and safe work area with exposure to high noise levels, hot raw materials, fire-retardant materials, and limited chemicals. Personal Protective Equipment is required for any hazards and is supplied by the company.