Electrician

Leggett & Platt; Carthage (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Leggett & Platt in Missouri is seeking a Master Electrician to install, maintain, and repair electrical systems in our on-site manufacturing environment. You will read blueprints and schematics, diagnose issues, and ensure compliance with NEC and safety standards.

This role requires 3–5 years of relevant experience or a technical electrical training program. We value strong communication, teamwork, and the ability to work nights or day shifts as openings arise. Equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of on-the-job experience in industrial electrical work.
• Alternatively, completion of a technical program in electrical training.
• Experience in industrial manufacturing is preferred.

Skills

Electrical installation

Electrical maintenance

Reading blueprints & diagrams

Diagnostics & problem solving

Use of multimeters & tools

High voltage 480V AC / 240/500VDC

Education

Technical program in electrical training

Tools

Multimeters

PLC/Variable frequency drive

Electrical testing equipment

Job description

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.

Leggett & Platt’s inventive heritage and leadership span more than 130 years. Leggett & Platt has divisions that design, manufacture, and sell a variety of products for all areas of life. Our reliable product development and launch capability, coupled with our global footprint, make us a trusted partner for customers in the automotive, furniture, hydraulic cylinders, flooring, textile and geo components industries.

Learn more about the history of Leggett & Platt: 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.

Leggett and Platt Wire Mill Division has an immediate opening for a Master Electrician

Technical skills

• Proficiency in installing, maintaining, and repairing electrical systems, including wiring, lighting and control systems.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical blueprints, diagrarms and schematics.
• Advance skills in diagnosing and resolving electrical issues efficiently.
• Expertise in using various electrical tools and equipment, such as multimeters, and hand tools.
• Working knowledge of 480 volt, three-phase AC, 240/500 VDC. VFD and PLC.
• In-depth understanding of the NEC and local electrical codes to ensure compliance and safety.

Safety

• Knowledge in OSHA safety programs such as LO/TO, Arc Flash, Confined Space Entry, Proper PPE, Machine Safety and plant wide safety awareness.
• Comprehensive understanding of electrical safety standards and procedures to prevent accidents and ensure safe working environments.
• Follow best practices for installing and maintaining electrical systems to prevent accidents, including proper grounding, circuit protection, and adherence to specific guidelines.
• Emergency prepardness by having a clear plan in place, knowing how to shut off power quickly.

Environmental

• Will be required to work in hot and cold environments.
• May at times be exposed to weather elements.
• May at times be exposed to work in wet conditions.

Education

• Must have 3-5 years of on the job experience in the trained area, or the successful completion of a technical program in electrical training.
• Experience in industrial manufacturing is preferred.

Additional

• Must have good communication skills
• Ability to work as as team and individually to complete projects
• Ability to work nights with the possibility of day shift openings as they become available.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veteran/Disability Employer

Our Values

• Put People First reflects our commitment to safety and care of each other, learning and development, and creating an 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, processes and practices promote equal opportunity for all. Join us!

Equal Employment Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer

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