1st Shift Quality Technician

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.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

This position is responsible for assuring quality in the area that they are assigned as well as any training and process implementation that is required

Perform visual and mechanical inspections independently on parts for defects and adherence to engineering specifications and process requirements.

Perform product tests per ANSI specifications.

Conduct ISO audits to verify management system compliance.

Read blueprints and inspect parts to help diagnose quality issues.

Perform audits on processes, procedures, and systems related to quality functions.

Document and report audit findings according to quality procedures.

Interpret and utilize scrap data to drive continuous improvement.

Support operations and quality team on projects related to work area.

Implement containment actions on non-conforming material.

Follow safety regulations and guidelines, keep work areas and equipment clean and orderly using 5S standards.

Perform tasks in a timely and accurate manner.

May perform other duties as assigned and extend into other areas as needed.

Flexibility to work overtime as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Ability to establish and maintain effective work relationships with operations and supporting teams.

Ability to work effectively in a team environment and in independent situations, and exercise good judgment to reach sound conclusions.

Ability to read, interpret, and follow standard work, quality manual, procedures and blue prints.

Familiarity with Microsoft Office - Excel, Outlook, and Access, AS400, Mfg. Pro.

Familiarity with gauging including CMM, height gauge, comparator, calipers, micrometers, go/no go gauges, air gauges, etc. 

Ability to perform statistical sampling using AQL sampling plans.

Familiarity and knowledge of processes at LCN and functional working of closers.

Intermediate math and computer skills.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to stand, walk, and sit frequently and for extended periods of time.
• Ability to frequently lift up to 30 pounds and rarely lift up to 60 pounds. Any lifts over 35 pounds should be done with assistance.
• Ability to tear down closers to diagnose root cause of defects.

ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS

• Exposure to various chemicals including greases, oils, and adhesives in safe exposure amounts and approved for use in our facility by EHS.
• Exposure to seasonal temperature changes based on work area.
• Exposure to moderate noise levels with intermittent loud noises.
• Exposure to vibration.
• Exposure to dirt and/or dust.
• Exposure to sharp objects and parts.
• Exposure to moving mechanical parts protected by approved guarding and controls.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

• Minimum requirements:
• 3-5 years’ experience in Quality department

COMPENSATION

• This range is provided by Allegion. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience.
• The expected Base Hourly Range: $17.50-$31.30 The actual compensation will be determined based on experience and other factors permitted by law.
• Bonus Eligible: Yes

*This job description is not intended to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee and are subject to change as necessitated by operational requirements.

We Celebrate Who We Are! 

Allegion is committed to building and maintaining a diverse and inclusive workplace.  Together, we embrace all differences and similarities among colleagues, as well