Production Supervisor - 1st 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®. Compensation:

$71,000 - $106,000 per year Compensation is based on experience, education, certifications, and overall qualifications. What You'll Do:

Review production schedules and forecast labor requirements to ensure efficient staffing and timely completion of production goals. Manage and maintain time and attendance systems while assigning daily responsibilities to associates based on operational needs. Lead daily start-up and cell meetings to communicate production goals, safety expectations, quality standards, and operational priorities for the shift. Execute operational plans to meet or exceed production, quality, safety, delivery, and GMP standards while ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures. Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) including safety, quality, scrap, efficiency, and throughput. Identify production challenges, remove operational bottlenecks, and implement corrective actions to prevent reoccurrence and ensure production targets are achieved. Utilize Lean Manufacturing principles, root cause analysis, and problem-solving tools to drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on operational efficiency, waste reduction, productivity, and process optimization. Participate in and support Kaizen events, 5S activities, and other continuous improvement projects within assigned production areas. Partner cross-functionally with Maintenance, Quality, Materials, Engineering, and Leadership teams to improve processes, resolve operational issues, and support overall plant performance. Assist in developing, implementing, and sustaining standardized work, best practices, and visual management tools to support operational consistency and long-term process improvements. Recommend and support improvements related to production methods, equipment performance, product quality, safety, and workplace organization. Develop, coach, and mentor associates and front-line leaders to improve performance, expand skillsets, and strengthen bench depth and succession planning within the department. Demonstrate the ability to identify and develop talent while fostering a culture of accountability, engagement, teamwork, and continuous learning. Effectively manage conflict, provide constructive feedback, and navigate difficult conversations in a professional and respectful manner. Execute operational and production playbooks while driving accountability and ensuring consistency in daily operations. Communicate effectively across all levels of the organization through strong oral and written communication skills. Serve as a liaison between associates and leadership, helping support teams through operational changes, process improvements, and business initiatives. What You'll Bring:

5+ years of experience in Lean Manufacturing principles, tools, and applications. Continuous Improvement experience within a manufacturing environment preferred. Experience supporting or leading process improvement initiatives and operational projects. Six Sigma Certification preferred. KPI management and root cause problem-solving experience required. Minimum 2+ years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment. Proficient in MS Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint. Demonstrated ability to identify, develop, and coach talent within a manufacturing environment. Demonstrated ability to utilize process improvement and problem-solving tools to identify root cause and implement corrective actions and countermeasures. Demonstrated ability to effectively manage conflict and navigate difficult conversations in a professional manner. Demonstrated ability to execute operational and production playbooks while driving accountability and results. Effective oral and written communication skills with the ability to communicate across all levels of the orginization Job Factors/Work Environments Up to 10% travel. Why work at Serta Simmons Bedding?

When you join SSB, you become part of a winning and diverse team that is excited and committed to helping people get better sleep. We provide inspiring career opportunities, competitive benefits, employee perks, and the chance to be part of the future of sleep.

Benefits and Perks (USA, Salary non-union- optional):

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

Paid parental leave

Discount programs including Friends and family discounts

Referral Bonus

Tuition Reimbursement

Employees are required to comply with COVID policies established by a vendor or customer.

It is our policy to abide by all federal, state, and local laws prohibiting employment discrimination, with respect to all terms and conditions of employment, based solely on a person’s race, color, religious creed/religion, sex (including sexual orientation, or gender identity), pregnancy, childbirth or other related medical conditions, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, disability, age, military status, or status as a Vietnam-era or special disabled veteran, marital status, registered domestic partner or civil union status, gender (including sex stereotyping or expression), genetic information (including family medical history), or any other protected status except where a reasonable, bona fide occupational qualification exists.

SSB will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees who need them, as required by law.

The hiring salary range for this position applies to where legally required, and most other geographies. Starting pay for the successful applicant depends on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education. The benefits available for this position include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, tuition assistance program and PTO or, if applicable, as otherwise dictated by the appropriate Collective Bargaining Agreement.