What are the responsibilities and job description for the Manager, Continuous Improvement (USA) position at Serta Simmons Bedding, LLC?
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:
As the Continuous Improvement & Quality Lead, you will play a critical role in driving Lean Transformation and ensuring manufacturing quality at our Houston plant.
This hands-on position requires you to serve as the subject matter expert in Lean and Six Sigma methodologies, while training, coaching, and supporting the plant’s entire team.
You will lead efforts to deploy company standards, implement critical quality controls, and drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance operational efficiency and product quality.
How You'll Do It:
Responsibilities:
Required:
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):
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.
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:
As the Continuous Improvement & Quality Lead, you will play a critical role in driving Lean Transformation and ensuring manufacturing quality at our Houston plant.
This hands-on position requires you to serve as the subject matter expert in Lean and Six Sigma methodologies, while training, coaching, and supporting the plant’s entire team.
You will lead efforts to deploy company standards, implement critical quality controls, and drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance operational efficiency and product quality.
How You'll Do It:
Responsibilities:
- Drive Daily Management Rhythm (DMR) compliance and train plant leadership on lean tools.
- Implement and track lean initiatives through KPIs to improve SQDCP metrics.
- Lead Kaizen activities and guide corrective actions for operational improvements.
- Support new product introductions and standard work updates.
- Conduct plant audits to ensure process standardization and eliminate waste.
- Coach and engage associates to foster a culture of continuous improvement.
- Manage multiple projects independently and adapt to changing needs.
- Strong communication and presentation skills.
- Proficient in MS Office Suite and quality tools (SPC, error-proofing, etc.).
- Project management experience with problem-solving capabilities.
- Ability to work independently and foster teamwork.
- Knowledge of continuous improvement methodologies (Lean, Six Sigma, etc.).
Required:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
- 3-5 years of relevant experience in Manufacturing, Quality, or Operations
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Experience facilitating Kaizen events
- Expert knowledge of lean methodologies and tools
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
- Six Sigma Green or Black Belt certification
- Experience in a manufacturing plant environment
- 10-25% travel required
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
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.
