What are the responsibilities and job description for the Yard Worker 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 :
- Operates a yard dog and tractor / trailer in accordance with DOT and Company guidelines in order to move equipment between the yard and the dock. Moves finished goods or raw materials onto / from trucks, warehouse and / or pallets. Operates a standard forklift, handling cart and related equipment and tools to move materials throughout the Plant. Acts as a back-up Truck Driver for delivery function as needed, on an occasional basis.
- Operates a yard dog and tractor / trailer in a safe and efficient manner to move equipment between the yard and dock for loading / unloading
- Shuttles products to / from local warehouse using a tractor / trailer or straight / box truck
- Loads / unloads finished goods or raw materials on trucks, warehouse and / or pallets
- Operates standard forklift, handling cart and related equipment and tools
- Completes all related paperwork
- Maintains daily checks and organization of the yard
- Performs regular equipment checks and completes related documentation and notifies supervisor of unsafe conditions
- Acts as a back-up Truck Driver on an occasional basis to handle short, local runs as needed
- Completes all related paperwork, including accurate driver logs to be submitted on a daily basis along with other trip sheets, fuel maintenance and delivery documentation
- Maintains current knowledge of, and complies with, CDL / DOT and Company / Plant requirements and standards
- Attends and participates in driver safety meetings
How You'll Do It :
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.
