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We, at Leggett & Platt Inc., are searching for a Testing Technician within our Engineering Product Development team to help support our Home Furniture business. Our Home Furniture business brings an intense focus on the customer, innovation, world-class manufacturing capabilities, and a global footprint together to create full package solutions for the industry. We do not make furniture. We make furniture more comfortable. We need the best people on our team to support our strategy, and your work will ensure people around the world have a little more comfort in their lives.

In this important role, you'll be a critical part of the Engineering Product Development team, making sure every part of our processes fits seamlessly. Your expertise will drive us toward our goal of delivering top-notch quality to our customers, pushing us to lead the way in our industry.

The Testing/Sample Technician role is responsible for performing test procedures as directed, creating and maintaining test reports, maintaining test equipment. This role will also be responsible for inspecting, packing, and shipping samples to key customers.

So, what will you be doing as a(n) Testing Technician?

· Set up and conduct various furniture component tests according to pre-defined procedures or engineer instructions. Assist in developing new test methods for unique components.

· Collaborate with engineers to define testing parameters, interpret results, and identify areas for improvement.

· Monitor test progress, ensuring smooth operation and adherence to safety protocols. Collect and record accurate measurements throughout the testing process.

· Analyze test data and generate comprehensive lab reports, including test objectives, methodology, results, and recommendations. Reports will contain tables, graph, and other visual aid to help clearly communicate results. Reports will generally be saved and used for internal reference but may also be tailored for various customers by reformatting results to a specific customer's formatting.

· Assist with the production of test samples, ensuring they meet required specifications. Inspect test samples for any defects or inconsistencies that might affect test results.

· Assist with sample production, inspection, packing, and shipping.

· Operate and maintain a clean, organized, and safe working environment within the test lab.

· Research, investigate, and drive cutting edge thinking to pursue industry innovative products, processes, and technology to take the department to the next level.

· Exhibit People behavior and Doing Great Work Together behaviors in a high collaboration, internal customer role.

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

· High school diploma

· 3+ years' experience as a test technician, or in quality control role - preferred

· Data collection and report writing

· Furniture mechanism assembly - preferred

· Hands on experience with air and electrically powered tools. Examples: drill, staple gun, nail gun, soldering electrical components

· Interpersonal and organizational skills

· Familiarity with various measurement tools. Examples: Tape measure, caliper, multimeter

· Data collection

· Reading comprehension

· Ability to work unsupervised.

· Ability to communicate testing progress and results to management and team members.

Things we consider a plus:

· Knowledge of quality standards for furniture components - preferred

· Ability to assemble and inspect furniture components - preferred.

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 bel efs 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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