Machine Operator (3x12 days)

We, at Leggett & Platt Inc., are searching for Machine Operators within our Manufacturing team to help support our business. Did you know we are the world’s leading designer and manufacturer of seating support and comfort systems for transportation manufacturers, as well as tier one and two suppliers within the automotive industry? That's right! In fact, in 2019, we were named as one of GM's Supplier of the Year recipients. Our automotive products fall into four primary groups: Seating and Lumbar support, Wireless Charging, Motors and Actuators, and Mechanical Cables. If you join our team, your work will ensure people across the world have a little more comfort in their lives.

So, what will you be doing as a Machine Operator?

• The job is a standing/sitting job requiring the operation of a molding machine. The machine processes molding of formed wire to form seating components.
• The operator is responsible for producing quality product and must be able to identify such. If necessary, the operator must be able to notify appropriate person to fix machine.
• Performs any other duties required in pursuance of the function of this position or as directed.
• Trouble shoot molding problems.
• Start molding machines; Set molds in machines; Properly hangs molds; Properly water molds
• Change nozzles, nozzle tips, nozzle bands and barrel bands

To be successful in this role, you’ll need:

• Sufficient dexterity and mechanical understanding to operate an automated machine.
• Ability to understand instruction both verbal and written. This includes the ability with proper training to follow construction blueprints and document ongoing processes.
• Sufficient aptitude to identify proper product quality.
• Ability to lift objects not to exceed 70 pounds and ability to roll drums weighing 500 pounds.
• Basic understanding of and full compliance with all standard safety practices.
• The willingness to be involved in ongoing skills improvement classes and efforts of which are included TS-16949, Kaizen, and SMED.
• Basic knowledge of hand tools and use
• Working schedule: Friday to Sunday from 4:45 am to 5:15 pm

Reasons You’ll Love It Here

Our benefits may vary slightly from one location to the next, but what you will find, is that we offer: medical, dental, and vision insurance; as well as paid vacation, paid personal time, and various opportunities to give back to your local community. One convenient fact about our medical plan, is that we offer tele-visits, so you don’t have to leave the comfort of your home when you are feeling under the weather! We also strongly encourage and provide opportunities for learning and professional development. Our Learning & Development team has put together in-house training on subjects like front-line supervisor essentials, how to manage conflict in the workplace, and many others.

What to Do Next

Now that you’ve had a chance to learn more about us, what are you waiting for! Apply today through our career site at https://leggett.com/careers or you can apply in person at 1460 Jackson Drive, Carthage Mo. 64836, and allow us the opportunity to learn more about you and the value you can bring to our team. Once you apply, be sure to create a profile, and sign up for job alerts, so you can be the first to know when new opportunities become available.

Our Commitment to You

We’re proud of the fact that we are strongly rooted in being an inclusive, people-focused organization. Our company culture reflects values like integrity, ownership, and authenticity. We take these to heart, and if you do as well, you’ll fit right in.

Leggett & Platt is committed to making a reasonable accommodation to the known of physical or mental limitations of an otherwise qualified individual with a disability unless the accommodation would create an undue hardship on the operation of the business.

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