Processing Engineering Technician - Wet Systems

Creating Peace of Mind by Pioneering Safety and Security

At Allegion, we help keep the people you know and love safe and secure where they live, work and visit. With more than 30 brands, 12,000+ employees globally and products sold in 130 countries, we specialize in security around the doorway and beyond. Additionally, in 2024 we were awarded the Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award, which recognizes the most engaged workplace cultures in the world.

Qualified candidates must be legally authorized to be employed in the United States. The company does not intend to provide sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H-1B, TN, etc.) for this employment position.

Support department by performing various duties to maintain both daily operations as well as long-term viability of the assigned area(s). This includes implementing process improvements, controls, equipment changes, new process development, existing process maintenance, etc. This position reports to the Paint Engineer in Blue Ash, Ohio.

• Wet Systems Responsibility:
  • (3) Wash Lines
  • (3) Paint Lines
  • Epoxy, Glue, and Plexus Systems
  • Graintech Staining
  • Finish Paint
• Production Problems:
  Resolve daily production issues with both short and long term solutions. Collect and analyze data in order to determine the root cause of a problem and to implement solutions to prevent future downtime, either done individually or by involving the correct resources. Assist Maintenance Technicians in diagnosing equipment problems.
• Partner with operations department to transition equipment mindset from reactive to proactive. Plant Wet Systems are critical from both a quality and delivery standpoint. The facility is looking at substantial investment over the next several years and equipment uptime is paramount.
• Vendor Coordination / Spare Parts Management:
  Coordinate with OEMs as required to troubleshoot and resolve production critical equipment issues. Validate spare parts stock levels both inside Vallen Storage and OEM warehouse locations. Coordinate set‑up, contractor, and PM activities as required.
• Implement new processes:
  Implement new processes that improve the quality and efficiency of our operation. Provide process support for assembly manufacturing processes and automation including PLCs and robotics. Provide the necessary training and documentation for the operators.
• Implement cost reductions:
  Product or process changes that reduce our material costs or improve the efficiency of the processes in a tangible manner.
• Equipment Procurement:
  Specify, purchase, setup and install both capital and expensed equipment.
• Process Documentation:
  Create and maintain all documentation associated with assigned area(s). This includes CAD layouts in AutoCAD, O&M’s, PM, OMS’s, Lean Schedule Groups, throughput times in AX and ECN’s. Documentation must conform to Allegion Quality System and Business Operating System.
• Process Control:
  Research and implement systems to improve and/or maintain process control on assigned area(s). This includes testing methodology, SPC, instrumentation, etc.
• SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
  
  This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

• Associate’s degree – technical (preferred)
• Four (4) years’ experience in a manufacturing environment performing duties similar to those shown above in the Essential Duties and Responsibilities.
• Ability to work independently.
• Will be required to work off‑shifts as requested
• Preferred Qualifications:
  • Paint Systems Experience
  • Sheet Metal Washing Experiences
  • Adhesive Experiences
  • Self‑motivated with ability to establish priorities and effectively manage time to complete multiple tasks within specified time frames.
  • Ability to work independently and/or cooperatively and effectively in a team environment.
  • Ability to communicate in a professional, positive, courteous manner at all times with all levels of customers, clients, vendors, visitors and employees.
  • Provide process and programming support for process automation and robotics including robotic programming and PLC controls.
  • CAD layout support as needed for factory…