Job Description

We, at Leggett & Platt Inc., is searching for a Production Manager to support the production operation responsibilities at our Houston, MS branch. Did you know Leggett & Platt Inc. is the largest manufacturer of carpet cushion and hard surface underlayment in the United States? Our Flooring businesses manufacture and distribute foam-, rubber-, and fiber-based flooring underlayment for residential and commercial use. Our flooring underlayment products provide support, cushioning, and noise reduction under virtually any finished flooring material in your home or business. If you join our team, your work will ensure people across the world have a little more comfort in their lives.

So, what will you be doing as a Production Manager?

• Monitor processes to verify conformance to specifications and direct adjustments needed to avoid or correct issues
• Visually inspect product and quality checks for non-conforming issues or defects
• Direct personnel to make the proper process adjustments to maintain product quality standards
• Recommend measures to improve production methods, equipment performance, and quality of product
• Inform maintenance personnel of production line break downs and repair needs.
• Analyze and resolve work problems or assist workers in solving work problems
• Initiate and/or suggest plans to motivate workers to achieve work goals
• Ensure all employees are adequately trained to perform tasks safely
• Responsible for planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems
• Collaborate with supervisors and managers to maintain ongoing safe, environmentally sound operation of the production process
• Plan and schedule employees for required production line housekeeping tasks
• Monitor production records for accuracy, neatness and conformance to policies and procedures.
• Fully supports and participates in all Safety, Environmental, Continuous Improvement Process and the Quality Management System.

To be successful in this role, you’ll need:

• 3-5 years industrial supervisory experience
• 1-2 years of management experience
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule with overtime (including nights)
• Excellent interpersonal & Communication skills
• Strong analytical problem-solving skills
• Basic computer skills and writing skills

What to Do Next

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.

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