Manufacturing Engineer

Leggett & Platt, Incorporated • Georgetown, KY • 4d ago

Date:Aug 5, 2025

Location: Georgetown, KY, US

Company: Leggett & Platt

Leggett & Platt is the leading U.S. manufacturer of components ranging from bedding, automotive, home and work furniture, flooring, and high-carbon drawn steel wire.

The Leggett Adjustable Bed Group is looking for a Manufacturing Engineer to join their part of the Bedding Segment in Georgetown, KY. We strive to meet the ever-changing requirements of the industry. We manufacture in North America with facilities in the US and Mexico. Through our design and manufacturing we enable individualized comfort in the bedroom - whether asleep or awake - to promote better health and well-being.

The Manufacturing Engineer will find ways to prevent waste and inefficiency in production processes. They will design efficient systems that integrate workers, information, machines, energy and materials to make adjustable bases.

So, what will you be doing as a Manufacturing Engineer?

Develop/ Maintain plant layouts

Assist with balancing production lines for a smooth and efficient flow

Maintain Process Flow / PFMEA / Work instructions for core product lines

Contribute to problem solving aside countermeasure activities for quality issues

Identify and lead process improvement activities on production lines

Identity and implement proper material presentation / handling processes in production areas

Support continuous improvement activities through data collection and project participation

Work closely with management to establish sustainable Lean practices that empower employees, accelerate change, and enable personal and team development

Formulate and recommend manufacturing processes and procedures, layout, and material handling methods

Provides advice, compiles data, and determines probable costs for process improvement projects

Performs value stream mapping - current and future state

Design, develop and maintain manufacturing routes to maximize effectiveness, efficiency, and space

Design needed assembly tool / jigs and fixtures as needed in CAD

Ensure the company complies with all industry standards for safety while meeting design standards and guidelines

Location is onsite in Georgetown and other duties may also be assigned

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

Bachelor's Degree in a related engineering field or equivalent combined education and experience

2-3 years' experience in fast paced assembly manufacturing environment

Experience with AutoCAD / SolidWorks required

Proficiency in a Windows operating environment, including email and Microsoft Office software

Basic statistical knowledge and ability to apply statistics to process improvement projects

Proven effective leadership and program management skills, has demonstrated effective interpersonal skills and the ability to exercise & influence without authority

Things we consider a plus:

Bachelor's degree in industrial, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Lean Six Sigma certification

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.

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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