Plant Manager

We, at Leggett & Platt Inc., are searching for a Plant Manager within our Bedding team to help support our US Spring business. Did you know we have been revolutionizing the sleep industry since 1883? That’s right! In fact, we hold the original patent on a spiral steel coil bed spring, filed way back in 1885. Since then, we have been an industry leader in guaranteeing you get the best sleep possible. If you join our team, your work will ensure people across the world have a little more comfort in their lives.

As a Plant Manager you will have the opportunity to monitor shift production, product quality, shipping, employee safety, and inventories. Your contributions will have a direct impact on the business by improving efficiencies and making decisions to meet financial targets. The team you will be working with is proud of our products, and values quality work and employee safety. At this point, you’re probably thinking, this sounds great, right?! But wait there’s more. 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.

So, what will you be doing as a Plant Manager?

• Ensure the plant is running as efficiently as possible while meeting customer demands
• Assist Supervisors and Leads in directing their departments
• Plan and monitor raw material inventory
• Manage finished goods inventory
• Monitor shift production, product quality, shipping, employee safety, and machine maintenance for inefficiencies
• Assist in managing workflow by planning, monitoring, and executing targeted job results
• Work with production and shipping teams to develop, plan and execute continuous improvement initiatives
• Encourage safe and clean work environment by educating and directing personnel
• Achieve acceptable quality requirements
• Improve efficiency, productivity and reduce scrap to achieve product cost targets
• Ensure compliance with company policy and procedures

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

• Bachelor’s degree or work experience equivalent.
• Supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment
• Ability to manage in a busy, fast paced environment that is rapidly changing
• Integrity and ethical standards to properly safeguard confidential information
• Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills
• Strong organizational skills
• Proficient with Microsoft Suite, Word, Excel, etc.

Things we consider a plus:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Management or related field
• Proven skills with Lean/Six Sigma and Continuous Improvement disciplines

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 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 Inc. is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with our commitment, Leggett & Platt Inc. will take the steps to assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations.

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