General Helper

Allegion; Pico Rivera (CA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Krieger Specialty Products is seeking a General Helper to support production and assembly teams on the shop floor. You will perform basic material handling, assist operators, and keep work areas clean and organized while following safety and quality practices.

The position requires standing for long periods, lifting up to 75 lbs in some tasks, and willingness to work overtime. High school diploma or GED and basic reading/writing skills are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Able to stand for long periods and lift up to 50 lbs regularly.
• Basic reading, writing and arithmetic; follow written and verbal instructions.
• Reliable attendance, punctuality; willing to work overtime.
• Good teamwork, positive attitude; willing to learn.
• Basic mechanical aptitude and manual dexterity.

Responsibilities

• Support production and assembly teams by performing basic material handling, preparatory tasks and general shop duties.
• Assist operators; keep work areas organized and clean.
• Perform simple inspections; help ensure safety and quality on the shop floor.

Skills

Teamwork

Punctuality

Safety awareness

Dependability

Manual dexterity

Education

High school diploma or GED

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 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.

Classification: Non-Exempt

Employee: General Helper

Reports to: Production Superintendent

Shift: 1st: 6:00 AM - 2:30 PM

Company: Krieger Specialty Products is a leading manufacturer of special purpose doors and windows applications since 1936. Our products protect what is valued in places like nuclear power plants, world-class concert halls, radio and television stations, schools, and defense departments globally. And yet, we offer a value-driven team-centered work environment.

Culture: Employees use the Model of Success as a guide to work effectively and uphold our company values while relating with others and maintaining constructive working relationships with management, colleagues, and individuals inside and outside the company.

Position Summary: As a General Helper you will support production and assembly teams by performing basic material handling, preparatory tasks, and general shop duties. You’ll assist operators, keep work areas organized, perform simple inspections, and help ensure smooth workflow and adherence to safety and quality practices across the shop floor.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Prior manufacturing, warehouse or general labor experience helpful but not required.
• Able to stand for long periods and lift up to 50 lbs. regularly.
• Basic reading, writing and arithmetic skills; able to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Reliable attendance, punctuality and willingness to work overtime when needed.
• Good teamwork, positive attitude and willingness to learn.
• Basic mechanical aptitude and manual dexterity.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to meet the physical requirements of the position, including standing for long periods of time, lifting to 75 lbs, bending, and twisting stand sit, use hands to manipulate equipment.

Work Environment

• The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.
• Warehouse/production environment with required PPE (safety glasses, gloves, ear protection).
• Fast-paced, physical role; occasional exposure to dust, noise or solvents (ventilation and training provided).
• Emphasis on teamwork, cleanliness and adherence to safety procedures.

Compensation

$16.00 - $18.00 per hour

Krieger Specialty Products is an equal opportunity employer

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, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team.

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