Manufacturing Technician Foam Plant

2 days ago

Dublin Pike, Ireland Leggett & Platt Full time

Kayfoam, part of Leggett & Platt’s International Bedding group, is searching for a Manufacturing Technician to support the International Spring facility in Dublin, Ireland. Kayfoam is a leading bed manufacturer operating within the independent and group retail sectors.
The Manufacturing Technician will be responsible for operating foam manufacturing equipment, monitoring chemical formulations, and ensuring consistent product quality. This role plays a key part in maintaining efficient production and meeting customer expectations in a fast-paced industrial environment.
Responsibilities:
Setup and operate PU foam production equipment including tank farm, mixing units, mixing head and foam tunnel.
Prepare and handle raw materials such as polyols, isocyanates, catalysts, and additives in a safe manner to required formulations.
Ensure accurate mixing ratios and process parameters to produce foam with desired density, hardness, and cell structure.
Conduct in-process quality checks to ensure finished production is to the required specification and to maximize yields.
Maintain detailed production records for each run and highlight opportunities for yield and quality improvement.
Perform routine maintenance and cleaning of equipment to ensure machine operates right first time.
Adhere to safety protocols for handling chemicals.
Assist in troubleshooting process issues and implementing corrective actions.
Support product development and improvement.
Maintain highest housekeeping standards in work area.
Support environmental compliance and waste management procedures.
Provide support for commissioning new equipment as needed.
Over time become a subject matter expert with regard to PU foam production.
Requirements:
5+ years of experience in successfully operating complex equipment and processes in chemical manufacturing or industrial production environment.
Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.
Ability to understand chemical reactions and process chemistry.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
Preferred Qualifications:
Knowledge of GMP, ISO, or other quality standards.
MS Office
Experience in Lean Manufacturing is an advantage.
Our Values:
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, 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.
Equal Employment Opportunity/Disability Employer

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