Lean Technician-Hourly

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.

Lean Technician – LCN

Department:  OPEX

FLSA Status:  Hourly

Job Profile:  EEH100 - Lean Technician - Hourly - T1

Pay Range: $19-$31.30

Lean Technician

Operational Excellence is a key part of our business. A Lean Tech is responsible for driving continuous improvements through all operations. They will use a variety of tools through the daily management initiatives and improvement activities, assisting and coaching alongside operations and support functions in a fast-paced environment. Successful candidates will have some prior experience in Lean Manufacturing.

What You Will Do:

• Continuously learn and apply applicable Lean tools to drive a culture of change.
• Communication of the lean transformation and initiatives to employees.
• Responsible to help establish, coach, and maintain effective Management for Daily Improvement (MDI).
• Train and coach hourly operators and salaried employees on lean tools and processes.
• Support continuous improvement actions/projects: plan, support, participate, facilitate and lead
• Support, Facilitate and Lead basic problem solving (BPS) and resolutions.
• Assist Team Leaders/Supervisors to ensure improvements are made and sustained.
• Create and revise Job/Work Instructions, Standard Work and other procedures as required
• Other duties as identified by the Op Ex Manager and Lean Specialists to further the plants Lean Manufacturing initiatives.

What You Need to Succeed:

• Flexible work schedule – Hours, breaks, lunch and tasks
• Adaptable to change, able to take on a variety of tasks and learn new skills
• Ability to establish priorities, effectively manage their time, able to multi-task to achieve results
• Good reading and verbal comprehension skills
• Good Communication skills:  Able to communicate effectively with all levels, from hourly to senior staff
• Displays self-initiative, willingness to learn and solve problems with an open mind
• Able to present and provide training to individuals and groups
• Team Oriented, Able to participate with and lead cross-functional teams of people
• Able to work independently to achieve results within specified timeframes
• Basic understanding of Lean Manufacturing concepts and tools
• Able to gather, organize and analyze data to problem solve and drive decisions
• Intermediate computer skills, Experience with:  Excel, Word, PowerPoint, ERP systems
• Able to use basic hand tools and measuring tools/gauges
• Basic math skills

Education / Experience:

• High School Diploma or GED required, Associates degree or related discipline preferred (Post high school course work / training / or experience will be considered in lieu of a formal degree)

• 3-5 year’s experience working in a manufacturing environment highly preferred

• Knowledge of basic Lean Manufacturing concepts and continuous improvement-based tools and techniques preferred

Allegion is a Great Place to Grow your Career if: 

• You are 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 value personal well-being and balance, because we do too! 
• 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! 

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 Clifton Strengths testing and coaching 

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