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Job Description
We at Leggett & Platt Inc. are searching for a Product Development (Shop) Technician within our Bedding Group Product Development team to help support our bedding business. Did you know we have been revolutionizing the sleep industry since 1883 Thats right! In fact we hold the original patent on a spiral steel coil bed spring filed way back in 1885. Since then we have been an industry leader in guaranteeing you get the best sleep possible. If you join our team your work will ensure people across the world have a little more comfort in their lives.
As a Product Development (Shop) Technician you will have the opportunity to work on prototype products for customer samples and product performance testing. Your contributions will have a direct impact on the business by directly contributing to the research and development of new bedding products. The team you will be working with is innovative and collaborative and values the challenging work and diversity of thought.
So what will you do as a Product Development (Shop) Technician
- Build and assemble prototype products for customer samples and product testing.
- Ensure products are made to meet target specifications.
- Assemble shipments for customers.
- Assist with new products in production environments.
- Follow all written procedures work instructions (verbal or written) by not only supervisor but any other member of engineering staff or management.
- Perform other duties related to the development of new products.
To be successful in the role you will need:
- Understand and accurately read tape measures calipers micrometer etc.
- Follow verbal and written instructions.
- Work well with others.
- Operate basic hand power tools (drills saws radial arm saw ban saw table saw etc).
- Excellent Communication skills (verbal & written).
- Cooperative attitude necessary to work effectively with others.
- To be detail oriented.
- Self-starter and be able to work effectively and efficiently under minimal supervision.
- Keep work area clean safe and organized.
- Commitment to perform all duties as requested deemed appropriate and new duties as they arise.
- Ability to stand and walk continuously throughout the workday.
- Lift push and pull up to 75 lbs as needed.
- Use of hands for detangling wire pulling coils handling tools or baskets.
- Ability to work overtime if needed.
Things we consider a plus:
- Operate a pallet jack fork truck
- CNC controlled equipment
- Welding - Mig or Tig
- Basic Machining
- Basic computer skills
What to Do Next
Now that youve had a chance to learn more about us what are you waiting for! Apply today and allow us the opportunity to learn more about you and the value you can bring to our team. Once you apply be sure to create a profile and sign up for job alerts so you can be the first to know when new opportunities become available.
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 WorkTogether 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
Were 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 wed love the opportunity to consider you.
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Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full Time
