Sr. Technician Req ID: 5578 Job Category: Business Excellence Location: Columbus, OH, US, 43215 **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®.** **Compensation:** **_This is a traveling job - You will be traveling every week Monday through Friday_** $67,488/Year - $85,68/Year (based on degrees and experience) Paid for travel and will qualify for overtime **What You'll Do:** + Prioritizes safety by strictly following company safety policies and OSHA regulations to prevent work-related injuries. + Completes tasks efficiently and safely, ensuring adherence to company and departmental policies while maintaining a high standard of work. + Applies Lean principles and actively participates in Kaizen events and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance operational efficiency. + Demonstrates expertise in plant production, support equipment, and related processes to ensure smooth and effective operations. + Performs complex equipment maintenance and system modifications, working both independently and within a team to resolve technical challenges. + Identifies and implements equipment improvements to enhance reliability, efficiency, and overall performance. + Diagnoses and resolves complex equipment malfunctions, utilizing advanced analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions. + Conducts technical analysis of work processes, equipment design, and operations to uncover opportunities for improved productivity, quality, and cost savings. + Performs preventative maintenance and repairs on mechanical and electrical systems to ensure long-term functionality. + Leads equipment failure analyses, addressing both preventative and unscheduled maintenance issues to minimize downtime. + Troubleshoots and resolves difficult, infrequent equipment issues, using technical expertise and innovative thinking. + Documents equipment modifications and maintenance procedures through detailed technical reports. + Continuously learns and applies new skills, tackling increasingly complex, hazardous, and technical maintenance tasks. + Leads AM/PM training programs, developing and implementing best practices for equipment operation, problem-solving, and troubleshooting. + Mentors and trains Operators and Maintenance Technicians, fostering a culture of knowledge-sharing and skill development. + Actively enhances personal technical and leadership skills, staying up to date with industry advancements and best practices. **What You'll Do Cont'd:** + Develops and/or works from plans and schedules, drawings, and other written specifications, or oral instructions. Selects materials, equipment, and tools to be used. + Accepts and requests increasing levels of responsibility. + Documents maintenance work performed and maintains related records and files, including MSDS. + Requisitions new or replacement parts, tools or equipment for the approval of the Plant Manager. + In partnership with Engineering, leads the planning and installation or rearrangement of machinery or equipment. + Manages individual and team jobs and/or projects to meet schedules while ensuring safety precautions and established company/departmental policies are followed. + Develops and implements improvements to existing PM standards and equipment processes or initiates new standards or methods. + Demonstrates a high degree of creativity and innovation related to resolving equipment problems, continuous improvements, or responding to customer requests. + Provides team leadership on projects. **What You'll Bring:** + Must be able to read, write, and speak English + Must be at least 18 years or older + 10+ years relevant training in two or more maintenance trades, specifically mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, PLC controls, robotics and pneumatics. + Previous experience training and/or leading others required. + Knowledge of spreadsheet or database software preferred. + Experience working for a bedding manufacturer and/or knowledge of sewing equipment a plus. + Mechanical aptitude and ability to read blueprints and schematics. + Effective organization and planning skills + Demonstrates commitment to excellent customer support. + Strong analytical and technical ability to problem solve + Excellent communication skills and ability to work in cross-functional teams + Shows ability to foster a working partnership through listening and understanding needs. + Adapt to changing circumstances and priorities + Effectively solve targeted problems + Encourage and own a safe work environment + Produce high quality work and services + Work cooperatively with others and achieve outcomes + Open to feedback and motivated to grow outside the comfort zone + Communicate efficiently and effectively with others + Work involves physical demands typically found in a manufacturing environment, such as but not limited to: prolonged standing, bending, lifting and/or moving materials. + Full time travel required **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. **Nearest Major Market:** Columbus