1st Shift Manufacturing Process Engineering Technician

allegion; Princeton (IL); On-site; USD 27,552 - 52,348; Full time

Job summary

Allegion is hiring a 1st Shift Manufacturing Process Engineering Technician for the Princeton, IL area. You will support machining, assembly, packaging, and freight processes, while assisting engineers with design, testing and optimization of production lines.

You will develop process docs, analyze changes for feasibility, and collaborate with vendors and cross-functional teams to ensure safety, cost, time, and quality targets are met.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of science or engineering: two years of technical school, two years of college toward a Bachelor of Science degree or related training.
• Mechanical and process design expertise in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work in and lead a team, with solid communication skills.
• Organized, detail-oriented and able to handle multiple tasks.
• Hands-on approach with equipment and processes, with urgency when needed.
• Ability to read, interpret and perform from various technical documents.

Responsibilities

• Problem solve and optimize processes in machining, assembly, pack and freight processes.
• Assist Engineers with designing, running, testing and upgrading production processes.
• Develop and maintain process documentation (routings, standard work, setup sheets, time studies).
• Analyze proposed changes for manufacturing impact and feasibility.
• Coordinate with vendors to determine specifications and purchases.
• Create part drawings, tooling drawings and fixturing.
• Ensure safety, cost, time and quality requirements are met.
• Manage multiple projects and collaborate across maintenance, operations, quality and purchasing.

Skills

Mechanical design

Teamwork

Critical thinking

Communication

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Time management

Reading/interpreting documents

Education

Technical/engineering education

Tools

Creo

AutoCAD

MS Office

Robot programming

CNC programming

PLC programming

Job description

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.

1st Shift Manufacturing Process Engineering Technician - LCN – Princeton, IL

Job Title: Process Engineering Technician

Department: Engineering

Reports to: Process Engineering Manager

Pay Rate: $20-$38.00

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Problem solve and optimize processes in machining, assembly, pack and freight processes
• Assist Engineers with designing, running, testing and upgrading existing and new production processes
• Develop and maintain all process documentation (i.e. routings, standard work, work instructions, setup sheets, time studies etc.) to ensure accuracy.
• Analyze proposed changes for manufacturing impact and feasibility
• Confers with vendors to determine specifications of products, arrange equipment, and purchase material and parts.
• Gathers, and maintains specific records of technical data such as tests and drawings, performs computations, plots data to support data
• Create part drawings, tooling drawings and fixturing
• Ensure engineering solutions meet requirements for safety, cost, time, and quality
• Evaluating processes and equipment to ensure compliance with environmental and safety regulations
• Manage multiple projects / assignments simultaneously while meeting deadlines
• Partners with all functional groups (maintenance, operations, quality, materials, purchasing, accounting, etc.) to create a successful work environment that thrives on collaboration, process creation and adherence
• Attend training opportunities deemed necessary by management
• Gain knowledge in structured problem-solving approach, including but not limited to A3, 9-step, & 8-D.
• Gain understanding of Statistical Process Control, Lean Manufacturing, Root Cause Analysis, Design of Experiments

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Required to have some knowledge of science or engineering: generally, two years of technical school, two years of college toward a Bachelor of Science degree, or related technical training (e.g., military/trade school)
• Mechanical and process design expertise in a manufacturing environment
• Strong critical thinking skills including using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment and in independent situations, while maintaining strong work relationships
• Solid written and verbal communication as well as conflict resolution skills
• Organized and attentive to detail
• Desire to work hands on with projects and equipment
• Ability to assess risks/issues and make decisions, acting with a sense of urgency
• Effective listening, time management and creative problem-solving techniques
• Ability to read, interpret, and perform from various documents, including method sheets, assembly drawings, production reports, safety rules, blueprints, printed shop schedules, Kanban cards/boards, operating maintenance instruction and procedure manuals, etc.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Proficient in Creo, AutoCAD, MS Office Suite (excel, project, word, power point)
• Knowledge in robot, CNC and/or PLC programming is a plus

Physical Demands:

• Manual Dexterity: Ability to handle material and parts.
• 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 30 lbs
• Environmental Exposure: Ability to work in environments with noise, chemicals, dust, sharp objects, moving/rotating mechanical parts, and temperature extremes.

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

Employment Type: Full time, hourly

Work Hours: 40 hours per week required, with opportunity for overtime

COMMITMENT TO COMPANY STANDARDS:

Manufacturing Process Engineering Technician 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.

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 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, contact our Talent Acquisition Team.

Allegion is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.