Technician 2, Maintenance 2nd Shift

 

 

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®.

 

What You'll Do:

 

• Operating at mastery level, independently maintains and repairs mechanical, electrical, robotic and automated equipment in the manufacturing plant. Provides technical support to Manufacturing Technicians, Value Stream Leaders and Engineers in areas such as production, maintenance, safety, testing, and process improvement. Uses schematics, diagrams, written and verbal descriptions or defined plans to perform testing and troubleshooting on electronic, robotic and mechanical components, equipment or systems. Gathers, maintains, formats, compiles, and manipulates technical data using established formulae and procedures, and performs detailed mathematical calculations.
• Follows all safety policies and procedures defined by the company safety program and OSHA regulations to eliminate work related injuries.
• Completes assignments in an orderly and expeditious manner by taking necessary safety precautions as well as understanding and adherence to established company/departmental policies.
• Practices Lean principles and participates in Kaizen events and continuous improvement projects.
• Demonstrates a thorough knowledge of plant production and/or support equipment, and related processes.
• Performs highly complex equipment and system maintenance or modification tasks independently and in work teams.
• Evaluates and recommends equipment improvements to improve availability, capability and yield
• Identifies complex equipment/system malfunctions and implements effective corrective and preventive actions through a thorough application of advanced analytical and problem-solving skills.

How You'll Do It:

 

• Provides technical analysis of work processes, equipment design, operation, and functionality to identify opportunities for increased productivity, improved quality, or cost savings. Works with others to develop alternative solutions.
• Performs preventative maintenance and repairs on equipment and systems (e.g., mechanical, electrical)
• Performs equipment failure analyses (including preventative and unscheduled maintenance)
• Troubleshoots and diagnoses difficult, infrequent problems with equipment
• Prepares technical reports to document equipment modifications and equipment maintenance procedures
• Continuously learns and applies skills and procedures while performing progressively more difficult, hazardous and technical duties related to the maintenance, modification and installation of the plant equipment and systems.
• Assists in AM/PM training development and implementation for standards, procedures, equipment and system operation, detailed analysis, problem solving, and troubleshooting techniques. Directly responsible for training Operators. Identifies and acts on opportunities to informally mentor and train others.
• Continuously works to improve personal technical and leadership skills.
• Develops and/or works from plans and schedules, drawings, and other written specifications, or oral instructions. Selects materials, equipment, and tools to be used.
• Accepts and requests increasing levels of responsibility.
• Documents maintenance work performed and maintains related records and files, including MSDS.
• Requisitions new or replacement parts, tools or equipment for the approval of the Plant Manager.
• Assists with the planning and installation or rearrangement of machinery or equipment.
• Executes jobs and/or project to meet schedules while ensuring safety precautions and established company/departmental policies are followed.

What You'll Bring:

 

• HS diploma or GED required; Associates degree or technical certifications preferred
• Must be able to read, write, and speak English
• Must be at least 18 years or older
• 3+ years relevant training in one or more maintenance trades, specifically mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, PLC controls, robotics and pneumatics
• Knowledge of spreadsheet or database software preferred
• Previous experience training and/or leading others desired
• Experience working for a bedding manufacturer and/or knowledge of sewing equipment a plus
• Mechanical aptitude and ability to read blueprints and schematics
• Effective organization and planning skills
• Demonstrates commitment to excellent customer support
• Strong analytical and