Machine Operator Floater

Leggett & Platt, Inc.; Indiana (PA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Leggett & Platt, Inc. is looking for a Machine Operator Floater at their Merit Steel location in Kouts, Indiana. This role involves supporting various operations and ensuring smooth daily business, particularly during high workloads and absences. The ideal candidate is flexible, quick to learn, and has relevant machine operating experience.

Responsibilities include coordinating tasks with supervisors, operating wire drawing machines, performing basic maintenance, and practicing safety measures. Candidates should have 2+ years of machine operating experience and demonstrate strong attendance, quality of work, and the ability to learn quickly.

Qualifications

• Is consistently at work and on time.
• Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness maintaining a clean work environment.
• Observes all safety procedures and policies.
• Ability to learn various job functions daily.
• 2+ years of machine operating experience.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with supervisor to determine job functions at start of shift.
• Step into various operational roles as needed.
• Set up and operate wire drawing machines.
• Change out carriers and perform maintenance on machinery.
• Meet production rates and quality standards.

Skills

Attendance/Punctuality

Quality

Safety

Ability to learn multiple job functions

Machine operating experience

Job description

Machine Operator Floater – Merit Steel, Kouts, Indiana

We are seeking a Machine Operator Floater to join our team at our Merit Steel location in Kouts, Indiana. The position is designed to provide support wherever required, ensuring the smooth operation of daily business activities and covering absences, high workloads, or special projects. The ideal candidate is flexible, quick to learn new tasks, and able to work effectively in diverse environments.

Responsibilities

• At the beginning of each shift coordinate with supervisor to determine what job functions are needed for the day
• Step into various roles within operations, including but not limited to positions in the annealing department, shipping department, and machine operating.
• Set up and operate wire drawing machines.
• Change out carriers in a safe manner.
• Responsible for meeting production rates and quality standards.
• Perform basic machine troubleshooting.
• Perform preventative maintenance on machinery.
• Keep wire drawing machines supplied with proper carriers.
• Perform plant housekeeping duties.
• Fill propane.
• Operate and inspect sweeper.
• Dump lube barrels.
• Dispose of garbage.
• Practice good safety techniques
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time.
• Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; maintains a clean and organized work environment.
• Quantity - Meets productivity standards; completes work in a timely manner; strives to increase productivity.
• Safety - Observes all safety procedures and policies; reports potentially unsafe conditions to supervisor; uses equipment and materials properly.
• Ability to learn multiple job functions with a willingness to tackle tasks as needed on a day-to-day basis.
• Able to work accurately from verbal and written instructions.
• 2+ years of machine operating experience.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Equal Employment Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer. Applicants in the United States: Leggett & Platt Incorporated is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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