1st Shift Material Handler

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• Date: Nov 10, 2026
• Location: Fort Smith, AR, US

The Components People

, we are the leading supplier of a wide range of products and components for all areas of life, including mattress springs and carpet cushion, as well as bedding machinery and erosion-control products.

From aerospace tubing and fabricated assemblies to flooring underlayment and carpet cushion, Leggett & Platt has divisions that design, manufacture, and sell a variety of products. Our reliable product development and launch capability, coupled with our global footprint, make us a trusted partner for customers in the aerospace, hydraulic cylinders, flooring, textile, and geo components industries.

• Learn more about the history of Leggett: Bedding
• The world leader in bedding technology.
• Leggett & Platt has been the driving force in bedding components technology since inventing the bedspring in 1885. Now, we own more mattress industry patents than anyone in the world.
• Springs, foam, adjustable beds, machinery – our Bedding businesses design, produce, and supply innovative sleep solutions that help you rest comfortably.
• Learn more about Bedding Components: L&P Bedding Group

Job Summary

The Material Handler moves and marks finished goods and scrap foam from various machinery and departments.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

(This description is a general statement of required major duties and responsibilities performed; may be responsible for one or more of the definedduties listed below. It does not exclude other duties that may be assigned.)o Assist various areas of operations with positioning foam onto pallets forproduction or shipping.

• Move empty flats to end of conveyor lines.
• Unload any leftover foam blocks on conveyors.
• Move finished and unfinished products as needed throughout operation.
• Ensure all flats of material have tickets.
• Use hand trucks, buggies, or other material handling equipment.
• Assist in wrapping department as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications, Knowledge, Education & Experience

• Must be at least 18 years of age to perform this job.
• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
• The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.

Education and Experience

 High School diploma or GED equivalent required; or equivalent combination of education and experience Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

 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 unsafeconditions to supervisor; Uses equipment and materials properly. Good mechanical aptitude and attention to detail. Able to work accurately from verbal and written instructions.

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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.