Tape Edge Operator

Serta Mattress Company - Dallas

Tape Edge Operator

Dallas, TX
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Tape Edge Operator

    GENERAL PURPOSE: ****


    Positions mattress on table and operates sewing machine around table while feeding in materials to be sewn. Inspects/repairs/rejects product that does not meet the quality standards. This is the final mattress assembly operation before packaging.

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    ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: ****

    § Moves the mattress on and off table for sewing, operates sewing machine including feeding materials into sewing machine as the sewing machine is moved around mattress

    § Re-threads sewing machine as needed

    § Corrects any defective taping on mattresses

    § Changes the needle and binding tape for the sewing machine as needed

    § Makes any necessary sewing machine adjustments and handles basic maintenance of machine such as lubrication

    § Must be able to read specification and reports, such as tags and other documentation

    § Perform all duties according to established safety and efficiency procedures

    § Must be able to meet production goals according to established guidelines

    § Perform in process inspections to determine conformance with specifications

    § Report issues or problems with production process to immediate supervisor

    § Perform other duties as designated by a supervisor or manager

    § Must be willing to cross train across multiple jobs and/or departments

    JOB FACTORS/WORK ENVIRONMENT: ****

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    EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE: ****

    § Must be able to stand and walk on concrete floors of minimum of 8 hours per shift

    § Ability to work and adapt to a changing work environment (examples, hot, cold, noise and around odors)

    § Must be able to lift 75 LBS according to production needs (anything over 75 LBS must be team lifted)

    § Must be able to wear required PPE

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    § Minimum 18 years of age

    § Basic English reading/writing skills required

    § High school graduate or equivalent preferred

    § Previous experience in factory/warehouse setting highly desirable

    COMPETENCIES: ****

    § Take initiative, multi-task, and work both independently and as a part of a team

    § Ability and willingness to work safely

    § Maintain work area safe and clean

    § Must be willing to participate in CI activities if needed

    § Must be able to work overtime as required

    § Must have good attention to detail.