Utility Person (2AM - 10AM Shift)

Leggettlogistics; Conover, Northern (NC, KY); Hybrid; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Elite Comfort Solutions, part of the Leggett & Platt family, is seeking a Bun Shipping Utility Person to support daily shipping, inventory, and material-handling operations. This shift runs 2AM to 10AM, Sunday night through Thursday night, requiring attention to priority tasks and safe, efficient workflow.

Responsibilities include evaluating needs at shift start, inventory tagging and counting, operating conveyors and the Looper crane, assisting with traffic and labeling, and ensuring safety and

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required; or equivalent.
• 6 months of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• 3 months of experience operating heavy machinery preferred.
• Ability to lift/move foam products and work safely in production.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate operational needs at the start of each shift.
• Perform inventory tagging, scanning, locating, and counting.
• Operate and monitor conveyors to move foam inventory.
• Operate the Looper crane to position foam safely.
• Participate in monthly inventory counts and documentation.
• Fill in for truck line employees and crane operators as needed.
• Clear the pour line after daily VISCO pours and prep for next cycle.
• Support shipping activities: staging, labeling, pallet movement.
• Communicate with supervisors to coordinate workflow and resolve issues.
• Follow safety, quality, and housekeeping standards.

Skills

Inventory

Conveyor systems

Crane operation

Teamwork

Safety

Punctuality

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Elite Comfort Solutions, a Leggett & Platt Company, is comprised of hardworking individuals dedicated to delivering innovative, high-quality foam products for the bedding and furniture markets and beyond. With locations around the globe, we offer a world of opportunities in areas such as business, information technology, and manufacturing.

We make life more comfortable.

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 span more than 130 years. Leggett & Platt has divisions that design, manufacture, and sell a variety of products for all areas of life. Our reliable product development and launch capability, coupled with our global footprint, make us a trusted partner for customers in the automotive, furniture, 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 Bun Shipping Utility Person supports daily shipping, inventory, and material‑handling operations by determining priority tasks at the start of each shift and performing a wide range of duties that keep High‑Bay, Looper, and shipping activities running smoothly. (2AM - 10AM, Sunday night - Thursday night)

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:

• Evaluate operational needs at the beginning of each shift and determine which job functions require attention for the day.
• Perform inventory responsibilities including tagging, scanning, locating, and counting bun inventory in both the High‑Bay and Looper areas.
• Operate and monitor conveyors to assist with the movement of foam throughout the High‑Bay and Looper.
• Operate the Looper crane to move, position, and organize foam inventory safely and efficiently.
• Participate in monthly inventory counts, ensuring accuracy and proper documentation.
• Fill in for truck line employees and crane operators during absences, maintaining continuity of operations.
• Clear the pour line at the end of daily VISCO pours, ensuring the area is safe, clean, and ready for the next production cycle.
• Support shipping activities such as staging, labeling, pallet movement, and order preparation as needed.
• Communicate with supervisors and team members to coordinate workflow and address issues that arise during the shift.
• Follow all safety, quality, and housekeeping standards to maintain a compliant and efficient work environment.
• Perform additional duties assigned by supervision based on daily operational needs.

Education:

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

Experience:

• 6-months of experience in a manufacturing environment
• 3-months of experience operating heavy machinery, preferred

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to assess and prioritize tasks independently at the start of each shift.
• Experience with inventory processes such as scanning, tagging, and cycle counting.
• Familiarity with conveyor systems and material‑handling equipment.
• Ability to operate cranes or willingness to be trained and certified.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work safely in a fast‑paced production and shipping environment.
• Physical ability to lift, move, and handle foam products and materials.
• 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.
• Able to work accurately from verbal and written instructions.

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.

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