Mechanic

Leggett & Platt; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Leggett & Platt in the Town of Florida, NY, is looking for a skilled assembly technician. The role involves assembling complex machinery, ensuring quality control, and maintaining an organized workspace.

Ideal candidates will have a minimum of 5 years experience and a high school diploma or GED. Competence in reading technical documents and the ability to lift at least 50 pounds are necessary. Join a company that values integrity and ownership in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience building or repairing complex machinery.
• Ability to read blueprints, technical drawings, schematics, and work instructions.
• Ability to lift at least 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex assemblies of a variety of components using power and hand tools.
• Check measurements and set assemblies in place.
• Identify and resolve quality issues.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Complex machinery assembly

Manual dexterity with tools

Problem-solving

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Calipers

Rulers

Indicators

Job description

What You’ll Be Doing

• Perform complex assemblies of a variety of components using power and hand tools.
• Check measurements and set assemblies in place per specification using calibrated instruments such as, but not limited to, calipers, rulers, indicators and special fixtures.
• Lift, move, and position machine parts.
• Operate and qualify equipment and machines being produced for sale.
• Identify, record and communicate any problems relating to the product, process and/or Quality System, and initiate actions by providing solutions, improvements and/or recommendations.
• Stop the process if a quality issue arises and notify either the department supervisor or QA.
• Generate appropriate paperwork.
• Report all defective parts/material to department supervisor and QA.
• Maintain inventory accuracy.
• When additional material and/or parts are required, or excess material and/or parts are being returned to the stock‑room, always complete the necessary paperwork.
• Always practice good housekeeping and maintain a clean, safe work area.

A Few Things You’ll Need

• High school diploma or GED.
• 5 years of experience building or repairing complex machinery.
• Ability to read blueprints, technical drawings, schematics, and work instructions.
• Ability to use a variety of standard manufacturing/machining tools.
• Ability to lift at least 50 pounds.

Things We Consider a Plus

• Trade school degree, certificate, or experience.

Reasons You’ll Love It Here

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.

Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veteran/Disability Employer