Material Handler

Solstice Sleep•Columbus, OH

20d

About The Position

Solstice Sleep Products is a U.S.-based mattress manufacturer focused on producing quality sleep products at exceptional value. The Material Handler, also referred to as Kitting, Foam Encase Kitting, Mattress Kitting, Box Spring Kitting, or Kitting Quilt Sew, works in the Mattress Build Department and reports to the Production Supervisor or Lead. This hourly, non-exempt role assembles mattresses and prepares kits of layered materials in the order required by the production schedule. The role supports production by supplying operators with components, monitoring stock, maintaining work areas, and following safety, quality, and efficiency procedures.

Requirements

Basic English reading and writing skills.
At least 18 years of age.
Authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship.
Good communication and organizational skills.
Ability to use a tow motor or similar material-handling device.
Ability to stand and walk for at least 8 hours per day, or longer during overtime situations as required.
Ability to lift products or raw materials weighing up to 20 pounds multiple times per hour; heavy loads must be team-lifted.
Ability to read, write, and speak fluent English.

Nice To Haves

Work experience with pneumatic tools and/or in a manufacturing environment.
Bilingual Spanish.

Responsibilities

Assemble mattresses using established work instructions.
Review the daily production schedule and supply department operators with components and materials.
Place materials and components in designated areas or workstations.
Complete required paperwork and production documentation accurately and on time.
Create kits of layered materials in the proper order according to the schedule to supply production areas and optimize productivity.
Cross-train on pneumatic tools and operate machines or other equipment as assigned, including work in other material handling departments.
Monitor stock levels and adjust as needed to meet quality and quantity standards while minimizing scrap.
Organize or stock raw materials in the work area and follow departmental housekeeping requirements.
Follow established safety and efficiency procedures and keep the workstation neat, clean, and orderly.
Help eliminate production-area downtime.
Perform other duties assigned by management.