Thank You, Drivers!

We’re wrapping up National Truck Driver Appreciation Week!

Did you know that Leggett & Platt employs nearly 400 drivers nationally? Our truck drivers make sure that our products and materials get where they need to be.

In many ways, drivers keep us running!

  • Did you know that your favorite grocery store would run out of food in just 3 days without truck drivers?
  • There are over 16 million trucks in the U.S. alone. If these trucks were stacked on top of each other, they would reach the moon!
  • The average driver will spend roughly 240 nights a year on the road. That means they are away from their homes and families over half of a year. That is a lot of missed date nights, football games, cheer practices, and bedtimes.
  • Many truck drivers take pets on their trips. Pets help combat loneliness, reduce stress, and encourage regular exercise.
  • It is estimated that 1 in every 14 jobs in the U.S. is created by or directly affected by the trucking industry.

If you get the chance today, be sure to thank a driver.

To all of our drivers at L&P, we appreciate you!

If you’re interested in driving for us, we’re always looking for experienced drivers to join our team. At L&P, you’ll find state-of-the-art equipment and full benefits. You can apply here.

Sep 16 2022
By Life@Leggett

Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month

National Hispanic Heritage Month recognizes and honors the culture, heritage, and contributions of employees who trace their roots to Spain, Mexico, Puerto Rico, Cuba, The Caribbean, and Central and South America.

Honoring Hispanic heritage was first introduced in 1968 as a weeklong event. In 1988, President Ronald Reagan signed a law to expand the celebration to a 31-day period – to coincide with the Independence Days of many Latin American countries.

We honor all employees across L&P who celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month and have positively impacted our culture and have enriched our workplaces. To celebrate their achievements, we invited a few to share about themselves, their jobs, and what their Hispanic heritage means to them, and we will highlight them over the next few weeks here and on our social media – so stay tuned!

Sep 15 2022
By Life@Leggett

Meet Mario Alvarado

During Hispanic Heritage Month, we’re inviting L&P employees to share about themselves and their Hispanic heritage.

Meet Mario Alvarado, a Machine Operator at our Fort Worth Rebond location in Fort Worth, Texas. Mario has worked for Leggett & Platt for almost seven years.

“The thing I enjoy most about my job is the importance of my role. My work is necessary to produce our product, and my managers trust me. I am proud of the life I can provide for my children through my work at Leggett & Platt.

I am proud that my people, culture, and heritage are recognized and celebrated this month.”

To learn more about the rich history, culture, and present-day stories of those that celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month, check out the National Park Service for a comprehensive list of resources.

Sep 14 2022
By Life@Leggett

We Remember

Sep 11 2022
By Life@Leggett

Connect to Hope

September is Suicide Prevention Month, and we want to raise awareness about the new 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline—a phone number you can call or text to receive free and confidential support.

If you or someone you know needs help, connect to hope. Call or text 988, or chat at 988lifeline.org, to speak to a trained crisis counselor 24/7/365.

Sep 08 2022
By Life@Leggett

Our Values in Action: We Rise

In 2011, L&P began We Rise, an employee-funded program that helps to satisfy the emergency needs of employees and their immediate families in the aftermath of catastrophic events or natural disasters. 

The fund exists due to the generosity of our people. In 2021, we held a fundraising campaign where L&P double-matched employee donations up to $50,000, and we were able to rebuild the fund with such incredible pledges and donations.

Recently, We Rise provided 13 employees from our Winchester, Kentucky facility with a total of $47,600 to help recover from flood damage. At L&P, we believe in putting people first and want our employees to know they are not alone in the wake of tragedy.

Sep 06 2022
By Life@Leggett

Happy Labor Day!

Sep 05 2022
By Life@Leggett

A Culture of Safety and Sustainability

At L&P, we are committed to protecting the health and safety of our employees and being responsible stewards of the environment. Our Environmental, Health, Safety, and Sustainability (EHSS) Policy outlines our high standard of responsibility:

“We are dedicated to the safety and welfare of all employees through education, awareness, and prevention. Our goal is to reduce and eliminate workplace injuries through process safety and to continuously improve our employee safety. . .We aggressively pursue resource conservation opportunities throughout our operations. We use best practices to produce high-quality products while striving to reduce the impact on the environment.”

Click to read our full EHSS Policy.

Aug 30 2022
By Life@Leggett

20,000 People Strong

Did you know?

We’re a global company, operating in 18 countries, with nearly 20,000 people strong!

Wherever you are, join us today: Find Your Career at Leggett & Platt

Aug 25 2022
By Life@Leggett

A Successful School Supply Giveaway

Tracy and Mark Phillips are living out our L&P values by putting people first and doing great work together.

Tracy is an Accounts Payable Coordinator at our corporate headquarters and Mark works in the Quality Department at our Flex-O-Lators location. They were married two years ago and felt a strong desire to help and give back within their local community during the pandemic. Together, they started Pressing Toward the Goal Ministries in the Southwest Missouri area.

“At the time we started this effort, it seemed like our country, and even our community, was going through so much division,” said Tracy. “Our main goal is to promote unity and help others in need.”

Pressing Toward the Goal recently hosted its second annual school supply giveaway. Through donations by L&P and other organizations, churches, and individuals, the team got backpacks and essential school supplies ready to donate. Nearly 200 families attended the giveaway and received supplies for the upcoming school year.

“The list of those who donated is quite long,” said Tracy. “When I mention ‘unity,’ that’s what I’m talking about. We are called to come together and lift each other up in times of need, and that’s what we try to do each day.”

Aug 23 2022
By Life@Leggett
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