Machine Operator - All shifts available

Leggett & Platt; Morris (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k)

Health Savings Account

Flexible Spending Account

Disability benefits

Life Insurance

Employee discounts

Wellness programs

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Leggett & Platt is hiring for a 1st, 2nd, or 3rd shift manufacturing role in Illinois. You will operate Banbury mixers and manage batches, while handling materials with trucks and following safety protocols.

The job emphasizes quality control and continuous improvement with ISO9001 alignment. Expect competitive hourly pay, bonus potential, and comprehensive benefits. Day-to-day duties include maintaining equipment and ensuring a clean, safe work environment.

Qualifications

• Use of powered and unpowered hand trucks to move containers of chemicals and rubber.
• Identify different types of chemicals and rubber.
• Operate the Banbury mixer in auto and manual modes.
• Adjust oil, whiting, and cycle temperatures on the PLC screen.

Responsibilities

• Keep mixer, mixer door, and throat free of buildup.
• Clear batch and oil counters at end of order/shift.
• Maintain a clean, safe work area and address hazards.
• Support ISO9001 and Continuous Improvement initiatives.
• Identify and report problems relating to product, process, and quality system.

Skills

Material handling

Safety awareness

Quality compliance

PLC operation

Tools

Banbury mixer

Job description

1st Shift - 7am-3pm
2nd Shift - 3pm-11pm
3rd Shift - 11pm-7am

PRIMARY DUTIES

• Use of powered and unpowered hand truck to position containers of chemicals and/or rubber
• Capable of identifying different types of chemicals and rubber
• Able to utilize the “#11 Banbury Mixing Sheet” to confirm the proper ingredients per batch
• Can operate the #11 Banbury mixer in both auto and manual modes
• Understands how to adjust the oil, whiting, and cycle temperatures on the PLC screen
• Maintains a clean mixer, mixer door, and throat free of excess buildup
• Clears batch and oil counter at the end of each work order and/or at the end of the shift
• Keeps work area clean and free of safety hazards
• Commitment to ISO9001 and Continuous Improvement
• Initiate action to prevent the occurrence of any nonconformities related to product, process and the system
• Identify and/or record any problems relating to the product, process and the quality system

Hourly pay ranges from $21.62 to $21.94 based on experience, skills, and qualifications. This position is eligible for an annual performance increase, subject to or based on individual performance, business results, budgetary constraints, and other factors.

In addition, we offer great benefits for this role:

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Paid time off, including vacation and paid holidays
• 401(k) savings plan
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Short and Long-term Disability benefits
• Life Insurance benefits
• Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts
• Wellness Programs
• Employee Assistance Program

Equal Employment Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer