The Machine Operator is responsible for setting up, operating, and maintaining production machinery to manufacture components and products that meet quality and safety standards. Operators conduct quality inspections, adhere to safety protocols, maintain accurate production documentation, and collaborate effectively with team members and supervisors.

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.

What You Will Do:

• Set up and operate basic production machinery following detailed instructions and established procedures.

• Perform repetitive tasks such as loading/unloading parts on machines, attaching components, and operating hand tools.

• Conduct basic equipment checks to ensure machinery and tools are operational.

• Follow step-by-step instructions for machine setup and operation.

• Perform routine quality inspections using basic measurement tools. (e.g., rulers, tape measures).

• 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 tools are operational).

• Collaborate and communicate effectively with team members, supervisors, engineers and quality control to address challenges and improve processes.

• Maintain a clean and organized workspace and assist with cross-training and overtime as needed.

• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing to report issues and provide updates.

• Other duties as assigned.

What You Need to Succeed:

• Education: High School Diploma or GED

• Familiarity with machining techniques, tools, and equipment.

• Basic computer literacy.

• Ability to use machining equipment, hand tools, power tools, pneumatic tools, and testing equipment effectively.

• Ability to produce parts and products to meet quality standards.

• Ability to be flexible in role, adjusting to new processes, technologies, or production requirements.

Physical Demands:

• Ability to handle parts and tools with precision.

• Perform repetitive motions such as bending, twisting, kneeling, stooping, lifting, gripping, and grasping with hands.

• Ability to stand for up to 10 hours per shift.

• Ability to lift up to 20 lbs.

• Ability to work in environments with noise, chemicals, dust, sharp objects, moving/rotating mechanical parts, and temperature extremes.

Why Work for Us?

Allegion is a Great Place to Grow your Career if: 

• You're seeking a rewarding opportunity that allows you to truly help others.  With thousands of employees and customers around the world, there’s plenty of room to make an impact. As our values state, “this is your business, run with it”.

• You’re looking for a company that will invest in your professional development.  As we grow, we want you to grow with us. 

• You want a culture that promotes work-life balance.  Our employees enjoy generous paid time off, because at Allegion we recognize that you have a full life outside of work! 

• You want to work for an award-winning company that invests in its people. Allegion is proud to be a recipient of the Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award for the second year in a row, recognizing our commitment to employee engagement, strengths-based development, and unlocking human potential.

What You’ll Get from Us:

• Health, dental and vision insurance coverage, helping you “be safe, be healthy” 

• A commitment to your future with a 401K plan, offering a 6% company match and no vesting period

• Tuition Reimbursement 

• Employee Discounts through Perks at Work

• Community involvement and opportunities to give back so you can “serve others, not yourself”

• Opportunities to leverage your unique strengths through CliftonStrengths testing and coaching

Join our team of experts today and help us make tomorrow’s world a safer place!

Not sure if your experience perfectly aligns with the role? Studies have shown that some people are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification and every single preferred qualification of a job posting. At Allegion, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. So, if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every item in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this role.

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