Machine Operator 2

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.

Machine Operator 2 – Colorado Springs, CO  

SUMMARY

Set-up, troubleshoot, operate and maintain equipment used to build Cylinders/Locks.  This will include equipment such as Mills, Broaching machines, Lathes, etc.

What You Will Do:  

Job Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot machining problems
• Provide direct process improvement support to Manager/Supervisor and Engineering
• Perform “clean-table” set-ups on new products or processes
• Operate computer-controlled equipment throughout shift
• Operate high production equipment
• Change and adjust machine tooling to maintain specific quality levels
• Change and/or adjust tooling and make offset changes on CNC equipment
• Clean and perform preventative maintenance as needed, to maintain the equipment in optimum-operating conditions at all times
• Perform set up inspection with blue-print dimensions
• Assist Engineering to ensure current blueprints on all lock parts
• Maintain and understand SPC procedures
• Wear protective safety equipment throughout the entire shift within machine shop, including earplugs and safety glasses
• Maintain production reports, tracking downtime, set-up time, parts produced, MDI, and inventory accuracy.
• Receive jobs on daily basis, and determine the correct path, and correct any issues with the help of the Materials group, and customers
• Use basic PC skills to send emails, track production, and investigate inventory/production issues
• Familiar with the metallurgy of steel, bronze and brass and capable of testing to determine its suitability for the application.
• Ability to work in a variety of potentially hazardous situations, including high noise, dust and chemicals, while wearing required protective equipment
• Maintain broach blade inventory for both Manual and Automatic Plug Broaching

What You Need to Succeed:  

• Five (5) years of machining experience performing machine set up or an Associate’s Degree in Machining Technology or demonstrated ability to perform the required job requirements.
• Perform machinist math skills
• Read and understand measurement tools (including dial calipers, micrometers, comparators, indicators, height stands, etc)
• Working knowledge of SPC
• Read and understand blueprint drawings
• Ability to work in a team environment toward team goals is imperative
• An area of expertise in Milling, Turning, Grinding and Broaching
• Work with coolants and various machining oils
• Stand on concrete floors eight (8) hours or more per shift
• Write English, alpha and numeric characters
• Understand English instructions, both written and verbal
• Demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Demonstrate mechanical knowledge and capabilities
• Demonstrate good hand/eye coordination
• Demonstrate accurate decision-making skills

 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, strength-based development, and unlocking human potential.

What You’ll Get from Us:  

• Health, dental and vision insurance coverage, helping you “be safe, be healthy”   
• Generous Vacation and Sick Time 
• A commitment to your future with a 401K plan, which currently offers a 6% company match and no vesting period  
• Health Savings Accounts – Tax-advantaged savings account used for healthcare expenses 
• Flexible