Manual Machinist

Leggett & Platt; Carthage (MO); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Leggett & Platt, located in Carthage, Missouri, is seeking a skilled MACHINIST to enhance production quality. The ideal candidate will have a solid understanding of machining operations and necessary formal training or apprenticeship experience.

Your responsibilities will include producing parts as per specifications, maintaining machinery, and ensuring compliance with quality and safety standards. If you are detail-oriented and committed to quality work, we encourage you to apply.

Qualifications

• Excellent understanding of machining operations using a variety of specialized equipment.
• Previous experience through formal training, apprenticeship programs or machine shop is required.
• Must have a clear understanding of tolerances and print specifications.

Responsibilities

• Production of parts using specialized machinery to ensure parts are to specifications.
• General maintenance of specialized machinery.
• Initiate action to prevent the occurrence of nonconformities.

Skills

Machining operations

Reading prints/drawings

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

Formal training/apprenticeship in machining

Job description

Overview

We make life more comfortable. Leggett & Platt’s mission is to enhance lives by delivering quality products, offering empowering and rewarding careers, and contributing to a better future. As The Components People, we are a leading supplier of bedding and related components with a long history in the residential products industry.

From aerospace tubing and fabricated assemblies to flooring underlayment and carpet cushion, Leggett & Platt designs, manufactures, and sells a variety of products. Our product development and launch capability, coupled with a global footprint, make us a trusted partner for customers in multiple industries.

Job Description

POSITION: MACHINIST

REPORTS TO: RAPID MACHINE LEAD

Qualifications

• Excellent understanding of machining operations using a variety of specialized equipment
• Previous experience through formal training, apprenticeship programs or machine shop is required
• Accurately read prints/drawings and measuring devices such as micrometers, calipers, etc
• Must have a clear understanding of tolerances and print specifications
• Excellent communication skills (verbal & written)
• Must have a cooperative attitude, necessary to work effectively with others
• Must be able to follow verbal and written instructions
• Must be detail oriented
• Commitment to Quality Management Systems and Continuous Improvement
• Commitment to L&P Safety and Environmental initiatives

Primary Duties

• Production of parts using specialized machinery to ensure parts are to specifications
• General maintenance of specialized machinery to ensure that the machinery is in efficient working order
• Occasionally work with engineers to find the best machining process on new or replacement parts
• Have a clear understanding of all processes involved with the position
• Initiate action to prevent the occurrence of any nonconformities related to the product, process and/or the system
• Identify, record and communicate any problems relating to product, process and the management system
• Initiate, recommend or provide solutions through designated channels
• Verify the implementation of solutions
• Control further processing, delivery or installation of nonconforming product until the deficiency or unsatisfactory condition has been corrected
• Conform to all Quality and Safety requirements and procedures
• Perform other duties as requested or as deemed appropriate

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Our Values

• 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 are committed to an inclusive culture and to processes that 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. We welcome and encourage applications if you meet the minimum qualifications.

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