Job Description

Sleep Number is a sleep wellness technology leader. For nearly four decades, we have placed sleep at the center of wellbeing, improving over 15 million lives with our Sleep Number smart beds. We are guided by our purpose – to improve the health and wellbeing of society through higher quality sleep. This is exemplified through our 4,000+ mission-driven team members who passionately innovate to drive value creation through our vertically integrated business model, owning the process from start to finish, including selling in our over 650 stores nationwide.

Our team members are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work, sharing their unique perspectives, backgrounds and skills with Sleep Number every day. Whether you are entering, returning or experienced in the workforce, we have a place for you. We hope you join us in creating the future through higher quality sleep.

Position Purpose

In this Production Manager role, you will create a culture of teamwork, engagement and accountability and develop a team through coaching, mentoring and challenging them with high expectations. You will also help implement changes to improve efficiency and reduce waste. Production Manager roles exist in Sewing, Air Controls Production and Order Fulfillment.

Primary Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise designated functional area to deliver business results
• Manage production to ensure schedules and quality standards are met
• Provide leadership in the areas of auditing, standards of work, 5S, TPM and best practices
• Hire, train, develop and coach team in personal goals, accountabilities and monitor accomplishments
• Develop and manage training, cross-training and rotation plans for employees to increase flexibility and create a workforce that can compensate for sudden changes in demand/resources
• Recommend and implement process improvements for designated functional area
• Actively manage, administer and enforce plant policies and procedures
• Work with other Value Stream Managers to resolve problem situations
• Ensure efficient and profitable utilization of manpower, machinery and material
• Comply with Codes of Safe Practices and work in accordance with company safety policies and train team to do the same
• Maintain employee attendance records
• May require some travel

Position Requirements

• At least 3 years of direct supervision of others preferred
• 2 or more years’ experience working in a fast-paced environment
• Associate’s degree or equivalent combination of related experience, education and/or certification
• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of Manufacturing, Fulfillment Operations and Supply Chain principles and practices preferred
• Lean Manufacturing knowledge and/or experience preferred
• Travel as required up to 20%, generally not more than 10%
• Associates degree or equivalent experience required
• Bachelors degree preferred
• Formal Lean or Six Sigma training preferred
• 2-3 years leadership experience in a manufacturing environment
• Must have demonstrated process improvement and systematic process improvement skills
• Experience with fundamental manufacturing and operations principles and practices
• Problem solving and conflict resolution experience
• Effective organizing and planning skills
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Proven ability to lead others through change
• Proven ability to mentor and develop employees
• Ability to influence others
• Ability to investigate and troubleshoot production problems
• Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of management and individual contributors
• Experience with Oracle applications a plus

Wellbeing

Wellbeing is more than a catchphrase - it's a movement that permeates our company and through our team members. We are dedicated to enhancing and supporting the wellbeing of our team members and their families through benefits, programs, and resources across our five wellbeing pillars of emotional, financial, career, community, and physical health, with sleep at the center.

By joining our team, in addition to offering competitive pay programs, we are proud to offer eligible team members an extensive benefits package including, but not limited to medical and pharmacy benefits, dental, life and disability insurance, a 401(k) Plan, paid time off, and much more.

Safety

Safety is a top priority for Sleep Number supporting customers and team members wellbeing. We are committed to maintaining a safe and healthy work environment for all team members that are consistent with CDC guidelines, U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), and state/local laws.

EEO Statement

Sleep Number is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to recruiting, hiring and promoting qualified people and prohibit discrimination based on race, color, marital status, religion, sex (including gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, pregnancy, childbirth, and medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth), sexual orientation, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, genetic information (including testing and characteristics), veteran status, uniformed servicemember status or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

It is Sleep Number’s policy to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities during the application process, consistent with applicable law. We may require supporting medical or religious documentation where applicable and permissible by law. If you are a qualified individual, you may request a reasonable accommodation at any time during the selection process, including if you are unable or otherwise limited in your ability to access open roles here.