What are the responsibilities and job description for the Product Innovation Engineer position at Serta Simmons Bedding?
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 :
Responsible for identifying new fiber / yarn, polymer, and chemistries for integration into new mattress products. This position works seamlessly across Innovation Team to submit component test requests to lab for full component analysis and works with the Human Factors lab to complete full product analysis. This role anticipates needs across the SSB organization for timely completion of prototype builds made with innovative components and new aesthetic constructions. The responsibility will include managing material and prototype procurement from current and prospective supply partners. This position will be responsible for creating and maintaining project timelines and development of "new / novel" developments for innovation roadmap and will closely interact and effectively communicate with various cross-functional teams / project managers and supply partners.
- Identification and development of new fibers, polymers, chemistries and fabric constructions for mattress development
- Work closely with Aesthetic Design Team, Fabric Suppliers, and SSB Testing team to develop new materials and constructions with competitive advantages
- Coordinate materials for prototype development, and management of new raw material components and inventories
- Facilitate internal processes for vetting material selections to include testing, piloting, FMEA analysis, and cost analysis
- Establish and maintain communication process with PMO, Marketing, Sourcing, and NPD to ensure consistent and timely updates of various projects
- Develop and maintain reporting archive of new raw materials and technologies, including costs, test results, and material specifications
- Data analysis of test results with recommendations provided
- Work closely with SSB Marketing BRAND teams and Consumer Insights Teams to understand consumer needs and benefits for targeted innovation development
What You'll Bring :
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.
