Process Engineer

Process Engineer Date Mar 04, 2026 Location Conover, North Carolina, United States Company Leggett & Platt We, at Elite Comfort Solutions LLC, are searching for a Process Engineer within our engineering team to help support our bedding team. Did you know we are a global leader in foam technology? That’s right! In fact, we have been pioneers in this industry for over 20 years. Since then, we have partnered with Leggett & Platt and been an industry leader in guaranteeing you get the best sleep possible. If you join our team, your work will ensure people across the world have a little more comfort in their lives. As a Process Engineer you will have the opportunity to develop and evaluate new processes and improve current process capability, efficiency, quality, and overall productivity in all areas of manufacturing.. Your contributions will have a direct impact on the business by taking ownership of their respective areas to ensure that plant operations achieve their quality goals and customer expectations are surpassed.. The team you will be working with is collaborative and innovative, and values challenging work and diversity of thought. So, what will you be doing as a Process Engineer? Develops innovative solutions to complex engineering and manufacturing production and quality problems through identification and implementation of advanced manufacturing processes including conducting process analysis, applying knowledge of product design, fabrication, assembly, tooling, and materials, conferring with suppliers, and soliciting observations from the operators/production technicians. Refines and enhances processes by applying continuous improvement and key Lean manufacturing / production principles and techniques to areas of production. Recommend product changes / improvements. Improves manufacturing efficiency by analyzing and planning workflow, space requirements, and equipment layout. Coordinates input that may cross multiple teams or areas; makes recommendations and implements changes. Assures product and process quality by designing testing methods, testing finished product and process capabilities, and establishing standards to confirm and validate manufacturing process requirements. Determines root causes of failure using scientific methods including statistical analysis (e.g., design of experiment, SPC) that may result in changes in design, tolerances, or processing methods. Identifies and implements solutions for issues relating to safety, quality, productivity, and cost reductions. Prepares documentation for new manufacturing processes and engineering procedures. Prepare reports summarizing analyzed process information and trends. Partners with maintenance on the development improvement and auditing of preventative maintenance programs; daily support of problems solving and introduction of new techniques and skills. Assists in the development of quality assurance plans by conducting risk analyses; identifies critical control points and preventative measures; establishes critical limits, monitoring procedures, corrective actions, and verification procedures. To be successful in this role, you’ll need: Bachelor’s Degree (BS) in mechanical engineering, industrial engineering, or manufacturing engineering Things we consider a plus: Basic Lean Training – Certificate of training Bilingual - Spanish English 5-7 years of related experience PLC Programming – Basic knowledge of ladder logic, wiring diagrams and troubleshooting Practical knowledge of manufacturing and production engineering principles, concepts and general business operations. Ability to create detailed work instructions from engineering blueprints. Familiarity in creating standard work documents. Strong math and computer skills. Experience with CAD software (AutoCAD and 3D Modeling) required for creating process prints, designing tools, fixtures, and gauges. Must possess strong mechanical aptitude, ability to use basic measuring tools, and hands-on capabilities to work on projects without supervision. 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. Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action/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