Total Productive Manufacturing (TPM) Coordinator

 

We, at Leggett & Platt Inc., are searching for a(n) Total Productive Manufacturing Coordinator (TPM) within our Branch team to help support our Bedding Products – Drawn Wire group.  As a global-diversified manufacturing company, it’s sometimes hard to explain all the different things we do.  We like to say, “we’re the biggest company no one has ever heard of.”  We are confident you interact with one of our products in your daily life without knowing it.  Whether it’s the mattress you sleep on, the car you drive, the plane you fly on, or the furniture you sit on, our high-quality components are there supporting you.  If you join our team, your work will ensure people across the world have a little more comfort in their lives.

 

The TPM Coordinator is responsible for the administration and coordination of the branch. This role will work closely with Manufacturing Maintenance. This role also ensures the Branch is focused on improving Safety, Quality and Reliability. It is the responsibility of the Total Productive Manufacturing Coordinator to:

• Identify processes to prevent non-conformances related to products, processes or the quality systems.
• Provide insight to prevent non-conformities related to the product produced, services provided or the ISO 9001:2015 management system.
• Make suggestions for improvement and verify the implementation of solutions.
• Know the location of and understand their control plans, work instructions and specifications.

 

So, what will you be doing as a(n) TPM Coordinator?

• Develop standards for Implementation Teams and Equipment Improvement Teams.
• Support the work order management process and CMMS system.
• Ensure the work order process is followed, including PMs, changeovers and other planned maintenance.  Conduct audits as needed.
• Strive for continuous cost reductions in all areas of responsibility.  
• Serve as a liaison between TPM Steering Committee and all TPM related teams.
• Generate support for TPM process by:
  • Actively pursuing new team members and Area Coordinators.
  • Periodically presenting TPM progress to others.
• Coordinate and provide training and education in TPM and Continuous Improvement concepts.
• Participate in auditing for safety, 6S, equipment care, maintenance, and TPM processes.
• Ensure rewards and recognition are provided appropriately.
• Provide articles for plant/company newsletters.
• Lead the TPM Steering Committee.  Assist both the Implementation Teams and the Equipment Improvement Teams in;
  • Scheduling and conducting effective meetings that encourage individual participation while avoiding conflict and disruptive influences.
  • The successful use of problem-solving tools.
  • The effective presentation of material.
  • Collecting data and information for effective decision-making.
  • Publishing/distributing information generated in meeti