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.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Assembly Operations:
Lead teams in executing assembly projects, ensuring compliance with production schedules and quality standards.
Read and interpret basic blueprints, diagrams, or work instructions to assemble products.
Act as a subject matter expert (SME) for specialized assembly processes, tools, or machinery.
Operate machinery or tools such as drills, presses, or soldering equipment with proper setup and use.
Assemble subassemblies or moderately complex components as part of a larger product.
Assemble intricate or precision components requiring advanced skills or techniques (e.g., soldering microelectronics, aligning complex assemblies).
Diagnose and resolve assembly issues, including equipment malfunctions or non-conforming parts, using established procedures.
Troubleshoot and resolve non-standard or unprecedented issues in the assembly process using judgment and prior experience.
Track and document production metrics, such as completed units or defects.
Implement Lean Manufacturing practices, such as identifying and eliminating waste in the assembly process.
Monitor and ensure compliance with safety, quality, and production standards across the team.
Other duties as assigned.
Quality Assurance:
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.
Work with Quality Team in conducting advanced inspections, including first article inspections (FAI) or audits, to ensure compliance with industry standards and customer requirements.
Identify and segregate defective parts for review.
Document and report non-conformance issues, including root cause analysis and corrective actions.
Safety Compliance:
Adhere to safety protocols and utilize Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
Perform safety walks of production area and equipment checks (e.g., ensuring tools are operational).
Maintain awareness and report to leaders’ potential safety hazards.
Collaboration and Communication:
Coordinate with related teams (e.g., engineering, quality control, logistics) to address production challenges and optimize operations.
Communicate effectively both orally and in writing to report issues and provide updates.
Train team members on new assembly techniques, tools, or safety protocols.
Ability to influence and motivate team members effectively without formal authority.
Provide informal guidance or mentoring to less experienced team members, including demonstrating proper assembly techniques.
Provide input on process improvements, cost-saving opportunities, and resource allocation to management.
Workspace Maintenance:
Maintain a clean and organized workspace.
Store tools and equipment properly.
Flexibility and Adaptability:
Work overtime as needed to meet production goals.
Crosstrain in other areas and adjust to new processes or technologies.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Minimum Requirements:
Education: High School Diploma or GED
Experience:
2+ years of assembly experience.
Specialized roles (e.g., electromechanical assembly) may require 1–3 years of experience. (OPTIONAL REMOVE IF APPLICABLE TO MANUFACTURING SITE)
Technical Knowledge:
Familiarity with assembly techniques, tools, and equipment.
Computer literacy, including data entry, basic knowledge of ERP systems, and ability to use barcode scanners.
Essential Skills:
Communication: Effective communication skills (verbal and written).
Assembly Techniques: Ability to use 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 and resolving assembly defects or technical issues.
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.
Preferred Qualifications:
2+ years of assembly experience.
Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles.
Familiarity with quality standards and continuous improvement methodologies.
Physical Demands:
Manual Dexterity: Ability to handle parts and tools with precision.
Repetitive Motion: Perform repetitive motions such as bending, twisting, kneeling, stooping, lifting, gripping, and grasping with hands.
Standing Duration: Ability to stand for up to 10 hours per shift.
Lifting Requirements: Ability to lift up to 35 lbs.
Environmental Exposure: Ability to work in environments with noise, chemicals, dust, sharp objects, moving/rotating mechanical parts, and temperature extremes.
COMMITMENT TO COMPANY STANDARDS:
Assembly – Team Leaders are expected to uphold Allegion’s commitment to safety, quality, and customer satisfaction by living Allegion’s values, fostering a cooperative team environment, and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives.
Compensation: This range is provided by Allegion. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience. The expected Base Hourly Range: $20.00 - $23.00.
Allegion is committed to building and maintaining a diverse and inclusive workplace. Together, we embrace all differences and similarities among colleagues, as well as the differences and similarities within the relationships that we foster with customers, suppliers and the communities where we live and work. Whatever your background, experience, race, color, national origin, religion, age, gender, gender identity, disability status, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law, we will make sure that you have every opportunity to impress us in your application and the opportunity to give your best at work, not because we’re required to, but because it’s the right thing to do. We are also committed to providing accommodations for persons with disabilities. If for any reason you cannot apply through our career site and require an accommodation or assistance, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team.
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Skills Required
- High School Diploma or GED
- 2+ years of assembly experience
- Familiarity with assembly techniques, tools, and equipment
- Computer literacy including data entry and basic knowledge of ERP systems
- Ability to use barcode scanners
- Ability to use hand tools, power tools, pneumatic tools, and testing equipment
- Ability to inspect parts using measurement tools (rulers, calipers, micrometers)
- Effective verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to meet quality control standards and identify/resolve defects
- Adherence to safety protocols and PPE use
- Ability to train, influence, and mentor team members
- Ability to stand up to 10 hours per shift and lift up to 35 lbs
- Manual dexterity and ability to perform repetitive motions
- Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles
- Familiarity with quality standards and continuous improvement methodologies
Allegion Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Allegion and has not been reviewed or approved by Allegion.
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Retirement Support — Retirement support is positioned as a strong component of the total rewards package, with a company match highlighted as a meaningful differentiator. Immediate access to matching contributions is framed as increasing the overall value of compensation.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time-off offerings are characterized as generous in many roles, including references to unlimited PTO in some salaried positions. This breadth can raise overall compensation satisfaction by adding flexibility beyond base pay.
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare benefits are presented as comprehensive, spanning medical, dental, and vision coverage alongside additional protection benefits. Wellness programming tied to health goals is also described as enhancing the perceived value of the benefits package.
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What We Do
Allegion (NYSE: ALLE) is a global pioneer in seamless access, with leading brands like CISA®, Interflex®, LCN®, Schlage®, SimonsVoss® and Von Duprin®. Focusing on security around the door and adjacent areas, Allegion secures people and assets with a range of solutions for homes, businesses, schools and institutions. Allegion had $2.7 billion in revenue in 2020, and its security products are sold around the world. While Allegion is a new name in the security industry, we are not new. For over a century, we have kept people safe and secure with category leading products. From inventing the “panic release bar” exit device in 1908 to pioneering the first-ever electric-controlled lock, our brands have been innovators for almost as long as people have locked doors. Their entrepreneurial spirit is at the core of who we are. As an independent Allegion, we are able to unlock our company’s true potential. By tapping into that entrepreneurial spirit that has made us the leader in mechanical security, we will continue to drive forward and integrate tomorrow’s electronic solutions into everything we do. Our long history of expertise in the commercial industry enables us to have better quality, stronger, and safer products for our residential customers. Together, with the power and passion of our global employees, we will realize Allegion’s full potential as we continue to be a leader in the global safety and security industry.
