Serta Simmons Bedding, LLC · 16 hours ago
Technician, Sr. (USA)
Tallahassee, FL
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expSerta Simmons Bedding is a leading global sleep company with a mission to help people sleep better. The Senior Technician will be responsible for performing highly complex equipment maintenance and modifications, troubleshooting equipment malfunctions, and leading training efforts for operators and maintenance technicians.
CommercialManufacturingProfessional Services
Responsibilities
Follows all safety policies and procedures defined by the company safety program and OSHA regulations to eliminate work related injuries
Completes assignments in an orderly and expeditious manner by taking necessary safety precautions as well as understanding and adherence to established company/departmental policies
Practices Lean principles and participates in Kaizen events and continuous improvement projects.Demonstrates a thorough knowledge of plant production and/or support equipment, and related processes
Performs highly complex equipment and system maintenance or modification tasks independently and in work teams
Evaluates and recommends equipment improvements to improve availability, capability and yield
Identifies complex equipment/system malfunctions and implements effective corrective and preventive actions through a thorough application of advanced analytical and problem solving skills
Provides technical analysis of work processes, equipment design, operation, and functionality to identify opportunities for increased productivity, improved quality, or cost savings. Works with others to develop alternative solutions
Performs preventative maintenance and repairs on equipment and systems (e.g., mechanical, electrical)
Performs equipment failure analyses (including preventative and unscheduled maintenance)
Troubleshoots and diagnoses difficult, infrequent problems with equipment
Prepares technical reports to document equipment modifications and equipment maintenance procedures
Continuously learns and applies skills and procedures while performing progressively more difficult, hazardous and technical duties related to the maintenance, modification and installation of the plant equipment and systems
Leads in AM/PM training development and implementation for standards, procedures, equipment and system operation, detailed analysis, problem solving, and troubleshooting techniques. Directly responsible for training Operators and Maintenance Technicians. Identifies and acts on opportunities to mentor and train others
Continuously works to improve personal technical and leadership skills
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
Qualification
Required
HS diploma or GED required
Must be able to read, write, and speak English
Must be at least 18 years or older
5+ 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
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
Preferred
Associates degree or technical certifications preferred
Knowledge of spreadsheet or database software preferred
Experience working for a bedding manufacturer and/or knowledge of sewing equipment a plus
Benefits
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
Company
Serta Simmons Bedding, LLC
Serta Simmons Bedding (SSB) is one of the leading global sleep companies.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
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Late StageLeadership Team
James M. Loree
Chief Executive Officer
Cesar Perez
Chief Financial Officer
Recent News
2025-10-23
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