Truck Loader

Tempur Sealy. Iconic brands. Storied history. Industry-leading innovation.

Tempur Sealy is committed to improving the sleep of more people, every night, all around the world. As a leading designer, manufacturer, distributor, and retailer of bedding products worldwide, we know how crucial a good night of sleep is to overall health and wellness. Utilizing over a century of knowledge and industry-leading innovation, we deliver award-winning products that provide breakthrough sleep solutions to consumers in over 100 countries. Our highly recognized brands include Tempur-Pedic, Sealy and Stearns & Foster. We hire people who have a passion for helping others find their best night's sleep. No matter what stage of your career, you can build your future at Tempur Sealy!

SUMMARY:

Remove bedding products (mattresses and foundations) from the conveyor belt and then loads the products onto a truck using a wheeled cart.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Primary duties and responsibilities include the following:

• Remove mattresses and foundations (up to 250 lbs. from bagging machine wheels to the loading dock. The units are loaded into a semi-trailer for delivery to the retail customer, based on the delivery scheduled (units to be delivered first are loaded into the trailer last).
• Verify tags to match the load number and that the tag is scanned
• Place each unit in the trailer in an upright position per the shipping order.
• Organize the load within the trailer according to the order of stops
• As the trailer becomes full, the loader may have to lift the finished unit(s) and lay them horizontally across the upright finished unit(s) to maximize the load size.
• Complete daily safety checks, including dock safety inspections, trailer inspections and forklift checklists.

• Work with supervisor to develop solutions to resolve any department issues.
• Maintain and clean assigned work area and ensure area is cleared of finished goods, packaging supplies and scrap materials and is kept orderly and clear of unnecessary items.
• Train new associates as needed.
• Other duties as assigned by production supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be capable of performing each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

• 18 years of age with High School diploma or equivalent
• 1+ years of experience working in a manufacturing environment desired.

LANGUAGE SKILLS:

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, procedures manual, and to comprehend basic instructions. Ability to communicate effectively with supervisor, co-workers, and other personnel. Must be able to read, write and speak English.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:

Basic math skills are needed to include addition, subtraction, and fractions.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Ability to lift to 250 lbs. on a regular basis
• Ability to work in a non-air-conditioned environment
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time
• Continuous pushing and pulling the finished units off the wheeled cart into the trailer

Frequent overhead lifting, pushing, and pulling when loading finished units horizontally on top of upright units in the trailer

Tempur Sealy is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type based upon race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.