Assembler, Mattress (USA)
Serta Simmons Bedding, LLC
Houston, TXFresher2h agovia LinkedIn
This job at a glance
- Who can apply
- New grads, no experience needed
- Must know
- Lean / Six SigmaProject management
- Work
- On-site in Houston
- Pay
- Not stated by the employer.
- Skill demand
- Lean / Six Sigma13%of 99 similar entry-level jobs posted in the US this week
- Listed
- Oct 28, 2026 · still open
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About the Role
At Serta Simmons Bedding (SSB), we are a leading global sleep company focused on helping people sleep better to live healthier lives. We have a 150-year heritage and own iconic brands including Serta®, Beautyrest®, Simmons®, and Tuft & Needle®.
Key Responsibilities
- Assemble mattresses following established work instructions using pneumatic tools such as c-ring hog-ring guns, staple guns, and hot glue guns.
- Assemble Hot Melt Bond (HMB) units on the HMB machine.
- Apply specified upholstered layers to HMB and open coil units.
- Assemble foam-encased pocketed coil units.
- Apply specified upholstery layers.
- Perform foam encasing and final mattress assembly.
- Inspect mattress components and finished units for flaws or structural defects.
Requirements & Tech Stack
- Experience with pneumatic tools is preferred.
- Experience in a manufacturing environment is preferred.
- Ability to comprehend and follow work instructions and production tickets.
- Ability to understand and follow verbal instructions.
- Clear and respectful communication with coworkers and management.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced team environment.
- Adherence to COVID policies established by a vendor or customer.
Job Factors/Work Environments
- PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
- Must stand and walk for a minimum of 8 hours per day, potentially longer with overtime.
- Must be able to lift heavy product or raw materials up to 120 pounds multiple times per hour, potentially more with overtime.
- Heavy loads must be team-lifted.
- Production within specified range is required.
- MENTAL DEMANDS:
- Comprehend and follow work instructions and production tickets.
- Understand and follow verbal instructions.
- Communicate clearly and respectfully with coworkers and management.
- Work in an ever-changing, fast-paced team environment.
- WORK ENVIRONMENT:
- Safety-focused, fast-paced manufacturing plant engaged in Lean Manufacturing/Continuous Improvement.
- Clean and safe work area.
- Exposure to high noise decibels, hot raw materials, fire-retardant materials, and limited chemicals.
- Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is required and supplied by the company.
Qualifications
- Competencies include: Results Focus, Project Management, Teamwork, Quality, and Problem Solving/Analysis.