Assembly Technician

We make life more comfortable.

Leggett & Platt’s overall mission is a commitment to enhance lives – by delivering quality products, offering empowering and rewarding careers, and doing our part in bringing about a better future.

Leggett & Platt’s inventive heritage and leadership in the residential products industry span more than 130 years. As The Components People, we are the leading supplier of a wide range of products and components for all areas of life, including mattress springs and carpet cushion, as well as bedding machinery and erosion-control products.

From aerospace tubing and fabricated assemblies to flooring underlayment and carpet cushion, Leggett & Platt has divisions that design, manufacture, and sell a variety of products. Our reliable product development and launch capability, coupled with our global footprint, make us a trusted partner for customers in the aerospace, hydraulic cylinders, flooring, textile, and geo components industries.

Learn more about the history of Leggett: https://leggett.com/history

Bedding

The world leader in bedding technology.

Leggett & Platt has been the driving force in bedding components technology since inventing the bedspring in 1885. Now, we own more mattress industry patents than anyone in the world.

Springs, foam, adjustable beds, machinery – our Bedding businesses design, produce, and supply innovative sleep solutions that help you rest comfortably.

Learn more about Bedding Components: L&P Bedding Group

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Must have a good understanding of a basic manufacturing process.
2. Knowledge of machine assembly.
3. Excellent math skills.
4. Must exhibit good attendance.
5. Ability to use and understand basic inspection tools.
6. Ability to read and interpret prints/drawings.
7. Clear understanding of tolerances and fitting parts.
8. Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
9. Must be able to work effectively in a team atmosphere.          
10. Must be able to follow verbal and written instructions.
11. Willingness to work overtime when needed.
12. Must have experience and knowledge in machine set-up and testing.
13. Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
14. Ability to troubleshoot and repair machines.
15. Ability to use standard and complex measuring devices.
16. Must be detail oriented.

PRIMARY DUTIES:

The primary duties of the employee are (but not limited to) the following:

1. Assemble complete sewing systems, test, inspect, and package.
2. Identify, record, and communicate any problems relating to product, process, and quality.
3. Able to machine parts to print specifications by using a mill or lathe, a plus.
4. Perform other duties as requested or as deemed appropriate.
5. Consult with engineering relative to modifications or changes that may improve or enhance the quality of the products. 
6. Must have capability to assemble small and precise parts.
7. Assure all company policies and procedures are followed.  

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 Values

Our values speak to our shared beliefs, and describe how we approach working together.

• Put People First reflects our commitment to safety and care of each other, learning and development, and creating an inclusive environment of mutual respect, empathy and belonging.
• Do the Right Thing focuses us on acting with honesty and integrity, delivering the results the right way, taking pride in our work, and speaking the truth – good or bad.
• Do Great Work…Together occurs when we engage without hierarchy, collaborate as a team, embrace challenges, and work for the good of all of us.
• Take Ownership and Raise the Bar demonstrates our responsibility to add value and make a difference, challenge the status quo and biases to make things better, foster innovative and creative solutions to drive impact, and explore new perspectives and embrace change.

Our Commitment to You

We're actively taking steps to make sure our culture is inclusive and that our processes and practices promote equity for all. Leggett & Platt is comprised of people of all abilities, gender identities and expressions, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, veteran status, and more. Join us!

We welcome and encourage applications if you meet the minimum qualifications. Even if you do not meet the preferred qualifications, we’d love the opportunity to consider you.

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