What are the responsibilities and job description for the 2nd shift Round Mold Operator position at Leggett & Platt?
We, at LPFP - Salisbury, a Leggett & Platt company, are searching for a 2nd shift Round Mold Operator to join our production team in our Mold Department. We have been manufacturing carpet underlay for over 22 years and are considered a full-scale recycler. If you join our team, your work will ensure people across the world have a little more comfort in their lives.
As a 2nd shift Round Mold Operator, you will be responsible for operating the Mold system and applying all applicable standards to produce quality products. This job consists primarily of operating the Mold, which is a very critical aspect of our production process. In conjunction with the actual operating of the equipment, production standards must be used. Your contributions will have a direct impact on the business by enhancing the company’s proficiency to optimize its production system in order to meet its long-term objectives.
So, what will you be doing as a 2nd shift Round Mold Operator?
To be successful in this role, you’ll need:
Now that you’ve 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.
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
As a 2nd shift Round Mold Operator, you will be responsible for operating the Mold system and applying all applicable standards to produce quality products. This job consists primarily of operating the Mold, which is a very critical aspect of our production process. In conjunction with the actual operating of the equipment, production standards must be used. Your contributions will have a direct impact on the business by enhancing the company’s proficiency to optimize its production system in order to meet its long-term objectives.
So, what will you be doing as a 2nd shift Round Mold Operator?
- Ability to read and understand production orders.
- Detail-oriented and consistent.
- Works well as a productive member of a team.
- Basic ability in mathematics, reading, or writing.
- 100% Adherence to standards
- No deviations from material requirements (over or under)
- Operating the Mold Process based on Leggett’s production standards
- Report to supervisor any visual findings for preventive maintenance
- Meet production goals
- Maintain neat and accurate paperwork
- Perform in a function as directed by supervisor
- Clean platens and slide gates
- Perform all start-up checks
- Operate the Mold system in Auto & Manual mode
- Check log height and adjust accordingly
- Program in weights for each log density
- Enter Mold report data
- Understand formula sheet
- Perform (as needed) Blend/Mold tanks and Mold platens cleaning procedures
- Know when dye needs to be changed
- Refill binder tank when needed
- Mark all logs with needed information
- Perform color change
- Adjust steam and binder time per formula
- Understand foam formulas and what are allowable substitutions
- Produce logs on a continual basis throughout shift
- Adjust the log weight per formula
- Equipment must be blown down continuously throughout the shift.
- Forklift certified
- Remove log from conveyor and store in designated area
- Ensure proper material is used in correct order.
- Must be able to understand and operate binder batching system.
- Other aspects of this job include obeying/enforcing all company safety policies, such as wearing safety glasses, ANSI approved side shields for prescription glasses, hearing protection in required areas and no open toe/heel shoes along with all other company policies and procedures listed in the Leggett & Platt Employee Handbook.
- Maintain assigned work area in a clean and orderly manner by picking up, sweeping or other methods to clean up trash or scrap and place in designated containers for removal.
- Observe and enforce all safety rules posted at workstations and those posted throughout the plant.
- Complete all assigned tasks and work orders.
- Follow all quality and safety requirements and procedures.
- Adhere to the Leggett & Platt Business Conduct Policy.
- Initiate action to prevent the occurrence of any nonconformity related to product, process and/or the system.
- Understand and identify quality issues and/or concerns.
- Enforce all safety rules listed in the Unsafe Act Program.
To be successful in this role, you’ll need:
- Good communication skills and be able to work with people from different departments in an office and manufacturing environment.
- To be self-motivated, organized, trustworthy, empathetic, and optimistic to create a healthy and productive work environment.
- Excellent time management skills to manage multiple tasks and achieve results.
- To be detail-oriented and well organized
- Basic computer literacy
- Basic math and writing skills.
- Must be able to read and use a tape measure to 1/16”
- Must be able to operate a forklift.
- Must have knowledge of “LOTO” procedures.
- Must have knowledge of “Hot Work” procedures and permits.
- Must have Safety harness & rigging knowledge.
- Ability to lift weights up to 50 pounds.
- High School diploma or GED
- 2 years previous machine experience within a manufacturing facility
Now that you’ve 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 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
