Production Oprator

Pointbid Logistics Systems Ltd; Fort Smith (AR); On-site; USD 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Leggett & Platt in Fort Smith, Arkansas is seeking a Production Operator to safely run process machinery, meet daily production schedules, and focus on continuous improvement. You will work with the Production Supervisor to determine daily priorities and ensure quality and safety standards are upheld.

Ideal candidates have a High School diploma or GED, forklift experience, and show reliability, attention to detail, and punctuality.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age to perform this job.
• Ability to lift 50 lb and operate basic production equipment.
• Prior forklift experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate process machinery safely to meet production schedules.
• Visually inspect products for defects and document outcomes.
• Load materials into machines and monitor performance.
• Maintain clean and organized work areas with proper PPE.
• Follow all safety procedures and guidelines.

Skills

Forklift operation

Attention to detail

Punctuality

Safety consciousness

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Leggett & Platt’s overall mission is a commitment to enhance lives – by delivering quality products, offering empowering and rewarding careers, and doing our part in bringing about a better future.

Leggett & Platt’s inventive heritage and leadership in the residential products industry span more than 130 years. As The Components People, we are the leading supplier of a wide range of products and components for all areas of life, including mattress springs and carpet cushion, as well as bedding machinery and erosion-control products.

From aerospace tubing and fabricated assemblies to flooring underlayment and carpet cushion, Leggett & Platt has divisions that design, manufacture, and sell a variety of products. Our reliable product development and launch capability, coupled with our global footprint, make us a trusted partner for customers in the aerospace, hydraulic cylinders, flooring, textile, and geo components industries.

Leggett & Platt has been the driving force in bedding components technology since inventing the bedspring in 1885. Now, we own more mattress industry patents than anyone in the world.

Springs, foam, adjustable beds, machinery – our Bedding businesses design, produce, and supply innovative sleep solutions that help you rest comfortably.

Job Summary: The Production Operator is responsible for operating any process machinery deemed necessary by the Production Supervision in a safe and efficient manner. This position is responsible for ensuring that company standards and production schedules are achieved and maintained with a targeted emphasis on continuous improvement.

Qualifications, Knowledge, Education & Experience:

Must be at least 18 years of age to perform this job. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• At the beginning of each shift, with the help of the Production Supervisor, determine what job functions are needed for the day.
• Visually inspect product for defects and transfer defective items to the appropriate location.
• Load raw materials/product into machines and monitors machine for proper function.
• Mark off all the orders processed.
• Maintain excellent housekeeping practices in assigned areas.
• Practice proper safety techniques by wearing proper PPEs and assuring that it is being properly used at all times.
• Follow all procedures and guidelines.
• Perform other duties as assigned and/or requested.
• Ensure proper storage and handling of all chemicals within assigned areas.
• Maintain proper inventory of assigned materials, equipment and other supplies necessary to the meet production schedule.
• Complete quality control procedures as required for setting up process machinery.

Education:

• High School diploma or GED equivalent required; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Experience:

• Satisfactory experience operating a forklift.
• 3 years’ operating a forklift (preferred)

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Must be able to lift a 50 lb bag.
• Must be at least 18 years of age to perform this job.
• 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 timely manner; Strives to increase productivity.
• Safety - Observes all safety procedures and policies; Reports potentially unsafe conditions to supervisor; Uses equipment and materials properly.
• Good attention to detail.
• Able to work accurately from verbal and written instructions.
• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This description is a general statement of required major duties and responsibilities performed on a regular and continual basis. It does not exclude other duties that may be assigned.

Equal Employment Opportunity / Veteran / Disability Employer

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Our Values

Our values speak to our shared beliefs, and describe how we approach working together.

• 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're actively taking steps to make sure our culture is inclusive and that our processes and practices 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. Join us!

We welcome and encourage applications if you meet the minimum qualifications. Even if you do not meet the preferred qualifications, we’d love the opportunity to consider you.

Equal Employment Opportunity/Veteran/Disability Employer

For more information about how we handle your personal data in connection with our recruiting processes, please refer to the Recruiting Privacy Notice on the “Privacy Notice” tab located at http://privacy.leggett.com