Senior Operations Manager- Bedding

Company: Ashley Furniture Industries, LLC.
Location: Tupelo
Posted on: March 17, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Build Your Career with Ashley Furniture \n Senior Operations Manager- Bedding \nThe Senior Operations Manager will direct daily activities of Operations Managers and Supervisors across multiple shifts at our bedding and foam manufacturing plant. You will optimize our bedding and foam manufacturing operations. This critical leadership position will oversee all aspects of plant operations, driving efficiency, quality, and safety while meeting production targets and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.\n Primary Job Functions \nOperations & Production Management\n \n \nMaintain all disciplines across multiple shifts for Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), audits, safety, and housekeeping\n \n \nProvide quality parts/product to ensure daily and weekly production schedules are consistently met\n \n \nCoordinate with maintenance teams to keep machines, tools, and assembly lines operating at peak efficiency\n \n \nCollaborate with Industrial Engineering to establish correct incentive standards on machines and assembly lines\n \n \nPlan forward capacity by working with purchasing and inventory control to achieve and maintain product flow that meets production and financial objectives\n \n \nQuality & Process Improvement\n \n \nPartner with Product Quality Teams to maintain SOPs, conduct audits, and ensure the highest quality of parts and finished products\n \n \nWork with Product Quality Team and Lean Six Sigma professionals to drive continuous process quality improvements\n \n \nCollaborate with Production & Inventory Control (P&IC), Manufacturing Engineering, and Maintenance to enhance machine capabilities, improve tooling, and achieve cost reduction targets\n \n \nReduce waste by optimizing the five key inputs to the manufacturing process\n \n \nLead efforts to develop new processes and improve products by working with internal customers, suppliers, and domestic/overseas vendors\n \n \nSafety & Environmental Management\n \n \nPartner with Environmental and Clean Up teams to maintain an optimal work environment throughout the plant\n \n \nEnsure shift personnel adhere to the highest standards of shop floor organization and plant cleanliness\n \n \nChampion workplace safety initiatives and compliance across all shifts\n \n \nTeam Leadership & Development\n \n \nLead, mentor, and develop Operations Managers, Supervisors, and production personnel across multiple shifts\n \n \nMake employment decisions and recommendations on hiring, improvement plans, transfers, promotions, corrective actions, terminations, and pay adjustments\n \n \nCoordinate and manage the work of employees by directing team members to meet departmental and plant goals\n \n \nEnsure performance reviews are completed, define clear goals, and participate in administering performance evaluations\n \n \nParticipate in compensation review processes for all levels of staff\n \n \nManage employee performance and assist team members in improving through coaching, mentoring, and performance reviews\n \n \nRecommend, plan, and implement employee training and skill development activities\n \n \nAudit, maintain, and ensure employee time-keeping and absentee records are accurate\n \n \nCommunication & Collaboration\n \n \nAudit regularly to ensure standard operating procedures are being followed consistently\n \n \nCommunicate company and departmental issues and goals effectively\n \n \nFacilitate employee growth and development through weekly team meetings, regular individual employee meetings, coaching, training, and company-offered learning opportunities\n \n \nManage resources to optimize equipment, facilities, employees, methods, and materials\n \n \nFinancial Management\n \n \nOversee and maintain budget for functional area\n \n \nDrive cost-effective operations while meeting quality and production targets\n \n \nCompany Values\n \n \nDemonstrate Ashley Furniture's Core and Growth Values in the performance of all job functions\n \n \n \n Required Qualifications \nEducation & Experience\n \n \nBachelor's degree in Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing, or related field (Master's degree preferred)\n \n \n7-10 years of progressive operations management experience in manufacturing environments\n \n \n5 years of experience in bedding, foam, furniture, or related manufacturing industries, preferred\n \n \nProven track record managing large-scale manufacturing operations across multiple shifts\n \n \nDemonstrated experience leading and developing operations teams and supervisors\n \n Management Experience \n \nTechnical Skills\n \n \nDeep understanding of foam manufacturing processes, including cutting, laminating, and assembly operations\n \n \nStrong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies\n \n \nExperience with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) development and implementation\n \n \nProficiency with ERP systems, production planning software, and data analytics tools\n \n \nExperience with automated manufacturing equipment and production technologies\n \n \nStrong understanding of incentive standards and industrial engineering principles\n \n \n \nPreferred Qualifications\n \n \nSix Sigma Black Belt or Green Belt certification\n \n \nLean Manufacturing certification\n \n \nExperience with polyurethane foam production processes\n \n \nKnowledge of mattress or bedding manufacturing processes\n \n \n Who We Are \n At Ashley, we’re more than a business; we’re family. As the largest manufacturer of home furnishings in the world, we know what it takes to build incredible furniture and future leaders. We’re problem solvers with the grit to persevere during challenging times and innovators who won't coast when times are good. We create solutions, not excuses. And never settle for the status quo. It’s the reason we’re always searching for better ways to deliver an exceptional customer experience. That's why Ashley Furniture is 1 in our industry. \n Ready to grow? You’ve come to the right place. Ashley Furniture has a “Growth Mindset”, and once you join our team, you’ll learn from the best in the business. \n Apply today and find your home at Ashley! \n Benefits We Offer \n \n Health, Dental, Vision, and Employee Assistance Program \n Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Your Birthday off \n Generous Employee Discount on home furnishings \n Professional Development Opportunities \n Ashley Wellness Centers (location specific) and Medical Tourism \n Telehealth \n 401(k) and Profit Sharing \n Life Insurance \n \n Our Core Values \n Honesty & Integrity \n \n Without hesitation, he uses candor and is direct in communication \n Is tough-minded in working in and meeting the demands of reality \n Always tells the truth and follows through on commitments \n \n Passion, Drive, Discipline \n \n Enjoys working hard and pursues work with energy, drive, and willpower to finish \n Is disciplined in developing consistency into work processes \n Is focused and relentless in achieving goals \n \n Continuous Improvement/Operational Excellence \n \n Fights to take costs and waste out of the system \n Seeks to understand "why" something works the way it does, and through study and improvement determines how to better all processes and systems. \n Strives for more in all areas of work by developing measurements, setting goals, and then working on ways to exceed goals through problem-solving methods that look beyond the obvious \n \n Dirty Fingernail \n \n Does not rely on reports to run the business, but rather goes to the work that is being done and sees if the work is being done right for him/herself. \n Has an insatiable curiosity and takes a "Go and See" approach to understand the current state of the business and the competitive realities \n Takes a hands-on approach to tackle problems and demonstrates critical thinking through use of effective questioning…asking the 5 "Whys" \n \n Growth Focused \n \n Understands the customer’s needs and wants, then challenges current ways of doing business that inhibits growth and organizes work to meet those needs \n Is competitive by studying the competition and is aggressive in looking for ways to beat them \n Strives to be the BEST by improving the quality of processes, reducing costs, doing more business, being profitable, and growing the business \n \n \n To learn more about Ashley Furniture, our community engagement programs, environmental stewardship, and our core values, please visit our Corporate Social Responsibility information page: \n Corporate Social Responsibility \n We are an equal opportunity employer and provide a drug-free working environment. While Ashley appreciates the interest of all candidates, only those meeting specific position requirements may be contacted. Principals Only. \n

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