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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 40 brands, 14,000+ employees globally and products sold in 130 countries, we specialize in security around the doorway and beyond. Additionally, Allegion is proud to be recognized with the 2026 Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award (GEWA) for the third consecutive year, earning distinction in both the employee engagement and strengths categories.

This year, Allegion also received Gallup’s With Distinction honor — a designation reserved for a select group of organizations that go above and beyond in building exceptional workplace cultures.

• Read and interpret basic blueprints, diagrams, and/or work instructions to machine products.
• Load materials and parts, ensuring proper machine operation and workflow.
• May use additional tools (e.g. drills, presses, soldering equipment, etc.) with proper setup and use.
• Perform basic troubleshooting of machining issues, such as identifying misaligned parts or equipment malfunctions.
• Reporting more technical issues to supervisor if basic troubleshooting do not resolve the issue.
• Track and document production metrics, such as completed units or defects.
• Follow step-by-step written or verbal instructions.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Inspect products for defects and functionality to quality standards.
• Conduct routine quality checks using measurement tools (e.g., rulers, tape measures, calipers, micrometers) to verify product quality, functionality, and ensure parts meet specifications.
• Identify and segregate defective parts for supervisor review.
• Maintain accurate records of production counts and defect reports.

• Adhere to safety protocols and utilize Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Perform basic equipment checks (e.g., ensuring machines are operational).
• Maintain awareness and report to leaders’ potential safety hazards.

• Work closely with team members, supervisors, engineers, and quality control personnel to address challenges and improve processes.
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing to report issues and provide updates.

• Maintain a clean and organized workspace.
• Store tools and equipment properly.

• Work overtime as needed to meet production goals.
• Crosstrain in other areas and adjust to new processes or technologies.

• Experience:
  
  6 months to 1 year of machine operator experience.
• Technical Knowledge:
  Familiarity with machining techniques, tools, and equipment.
• Basic computer literacy.
• Communication:
  Effective communication skills (verbal and written).
• Machining Techniques:
  
  Ability to use machining equipment, hand tools, power tools, pneumatic tools, and testing equipment effectively.
• Quality Control:
  
  Ability to produce parts and products to meet quality standards.
• Problem-Solving:
  
  Identifying issues and communicating to leader solutions.
• Safety Awareness:
  
  Following safety protocols and maintaining hazard awareness.
• Teamwork:
  
  Collaborating effectively with all employees.
• Adaptability:
  
  Ability to be flexible in role, adjusting to new processes, technologies, or production requirements.

• 1+ years of machining experience.
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles.
• Familiarity with quality standards and continuous improvement methodologies
• Forklift operation certification (specific to AD Systems roles).

• Manual Dexterity:
  
  Ability to handle parts and tools with precision.
• Repetitive Motion:
  Perform repetitive motions such as bending, twisting, kneeling, stooping, lifting, gripping,…