Production Lead: Train, Direct & Improve Quality

Leggett & Platt; Conover (NC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Elite Comfort Solutions, a Leggett & Platt Company, is seeking a Lead Person to oversee production activities across multiple work cells. The role supports manufacturing of foam products for bedding and furniture markets and requires leadership, safety awareness, and strong mechanical skills.

The Lead Person will set up equipment, monitor orders with the supervisor, direct team members, and ensure production schedules are met while maintaining quality records and safety standards.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED equivalent required; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Good mechanical aptitude and ability to follow instructions accurately.
• Attends work consistently and maintains quality standards.
• Safety-conscious and able to identify hazards and follow procedures.

Responsibilities

• Set up production areas or startup of equipment as necessary.
• Inform supervisor of status of production orders.
• Direct workforce as assigned by the supervisor.
• Follow production schedule to meet standards.
• Ensure quality of materials and complete quality records as required.
• Operate forklift, pallet jacks, and/or other material handling equipment.
• Train employees and new hires as assigned by supervisor.
• Maintain general area housekeeping and safety.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Attendance/Punctuality

Quality and accuracy

Safety awareness

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift

Job description

Elite Comfort Solutions, a Leggett & Platt Company, is seeking a Lead Person to oversee production activities across multiple work cells. The role supports manufacturing of foam products for bedding and furniture markets and requires leadership, safety awareness, and strong mechanical skills.

The Lead Person will set up equipment, monitor orders with the supervisor, direct team members, and ensure production schedules are met while maintaining quality records and safety standards.