Production Intern

Open The Door to Opportunity!
At Leggett & Platt we provide real-world experiences that shape the future of young professionals. OurDoors Internship Program is a paid opportunity for students to contribute to and learn from a global leader in manufacturing design and innovation. We offer internships in fields ranging from engineering business finance operations environmental health science and technology allowing you to explore a variety of industries such as automotive home furnishings bedding and industrial products.

About The Program:
TheDoors Internship Programis an immersive experience designed to build your expertise grow your network and give you hands-on experience across different functions. Youll work on real-world tasks and/or projects receive mentorship from experienced professionals and be part of a company that enhances peoples lives through innovation in comfort-driven design and manufacturing.

Learn more about the history of Leggett: Production team plays a critical role in delivering safe highquality products through efficient and reliable manufacturing operations. Continuous Improvement (CI) is a key focus across production driving enhanced productivity waste reduction and process standardization.

This internship supports our commitment to operational excellence by engaging earlycareer talent in handson CI initiatives that create measurable impact on the shop floor.

As a Production Intern you will support manufacturing operations by assisting with continuous improvement projects aimed at improving safety quality delivery and cost. This role provides direct exposure to production environments and practical experience applying CI and lean concepts to real manufacturing challenges.

This position is ideal for students interested in manufacturing operations or industrial engineering who want handson experience contributing to efficiency and performance improvements.

So what will you be doing as a Production Intern

• Continuous Improvement Support Assist with CI projects focused on waste reduction process optimization cycle time improvement and standard work.
• Shop Floor Observation & Analysis Observe production processes collect data and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Lean Tools & Methods Support the use of lean tools such as 5S value stream mapping visual management and root cause analysis.
• Data Collection & Reporting Gather production metrics and help analyze performance trends to support improvement initiatives.
• Process Documentation Assist with updating work instructions standard operating procedures and visual aids.
• CrossFunctional Collaboration Work with production quality engineering and CI teams to implement improvements.
• Safety & Quality Awareness Support initiatives that enhance workplace safety and product quality.
• Learning & Development Gain exposure to manufacturing operations and CI best practices while learning from experienced professionals.
• Additional duties as assigned.

To be successful in this role youll need:

• Currently pursuing a Bachelors degree in Engineering Industrial Technology Operations Management Supply Chain or a related field.
• Strong interest in manufacturing and continuous improvement.
• Willingness to be handson in a production environment.
• Basic analytical and problemsolving skills.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work in a team setting.

Things we consider a plus:

• Coursework or exposure to Lean Manufacturing Six Sigma or CI principles.
• Experience working in a manufacturing or operations environment.
• Familiarity with basic data analysis tools (Excel charts metrics).
• Interest in a future career in production operations or CI leadership.

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 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 processes and practices promote equal opportunity for all. Join us!

We welcome and encourage all applicants to apply. Wed love the opportunity to consider you.

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