Machine Operator II

Leggett & Platt•Conover, NC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

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. 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. The Machine Operator II will cut or slice foam to customer specifications. (2nd shift, Monday - Friday, 6:00PM - 2:30AM and potential overtime)

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age to perform this job.
High School diploma or GED equivalent required; or equivalent combination of education and experience
Machine operation experience strongly preferred
Computer skills
Must be able to read a tape measure
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.

Responsibilities

Coordinates flow of foam and orders throughout production
At the beginning of each shift, report to the lead person to determine what needs to be cut or slit
Check all tags and measure each block before cutting to determine correct sizes.
Assist unloading machines when needed
After cutting or slicing, re-measure to ensure proper size according to the ticket.
Assist others in pulling blocks from the wall that can be used
If placing blocks on the wall, ensure they are marked with size and proper foam type
Change blades as needed -proper gloves required.
Perform other duties as requested
Practice good safety techniques
Maintain good housekeeping practices in shipping area
Must be able to cut foam using spec sheets
Must be able to run and operate all machines in the department
Must be able to fill in for any job required
Must continue to cross train as new machines come in
Must be able to train new employees on any job as needed