Manufacturing Technician (Controls Electrician)

We, at Leggett & Platt Inc., are searching for a Manufacturing Technician (4 x 10 day shift) within our Carthage, MO operation to help support our Automotive  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.

As a Manufacturing Technician (Controls Electrician) you will have the opportunity to maintain and enhance production machinery both mechanically and controls systems, such as PLC programming, visions systems, or servo motor controls. The team you will be working with is collaborative, and values supporting each other to grow their skills.

So, what will you be doing as a Manufacturing Technician (Controls Electrician)?

• Ensure safety practices are executed, including use of protective equipment as required.
• Allen Bradly PLC troubleshooting and programming capability.
• System integration development, implementation, and troubleshooting.
• Robot programming, mainly Fanuc.
• Equipment controls systems, troubleshooting and improvements.
• Mechanical work associated with robot end of arm tooling.
• Vision system programming, troubleshooting and repair.
• Programming and control system improvements to reduce cycle time.

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

• Previous experience in similar position
• PLC, Robotics, Hydraulic and pneumatic systems
• Able to use measuring tools.
• Have mechanical skills and ability.
• Have electronic and electromechanical skills and ability.
• Have drafting skills and be able to read blueprints.
• Have computer skills in Word and Excel.
• Leadership skills (is a plus)
• Working hours; Monday to Thursday 4:45 am to 3:15 pm or 6:45 am to 5:15 pm

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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 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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