Supervisor - Foam Encased (Hourly)

Sherwood Bedding has 5 factory locations in the United States. Over 4 million Americans are sleeping on a Sherwood Bedding mattress. We are currently seeking a Foam Encased Supervisor to join our team. The Foam Encased Supervisor is responsible for supervising the Foam Encased department and ensuring adherence and quality to production guidelines.

Responsibilities and Duties

Performing skilled assemblies with pneumatic tools including of air guns, water-based glue guns, and roll coat laminating machinery.

Application of various specified layers to open coil units, foam-encased pocketed coils units, specified upholstery layers and final mattress assembly with expertise.

Organizing the work flow to ensure all production schedules are completed in a timely manner and in the proper order.

Ensuring the proper materials are used and quality standards are met.

Developing and training department personnel on the proper assembly of components for the mattress based on production schedule and specifications using hog rings or glue and attached border.

Inspecting finished mattress units and resolves any defects.

Performing all duties according to established safety and efficiency procedures while maintaining department productivity goals

Ability to lift up to 100 lbs with a two-person lift, standing between 8 and 12 hours per day, walking, pulling, pushing, and stooping.

Monitoring staff hours and attendance to assist Operations Manager in daily reporting of worked hours.

Completing all other projects as assigned by Plant Manager and/or Operations Manager Qualifications and Skills

Good written and verbal communication skills and ability to motivate and develop employees.

3 years previous supervisory experience in manufacturing/sewing preferred.