Grinder

Allegion; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Allegion Canada Inc. in Cincinnati, OH is seeking a full-time Grinder to join our manufacturing team. You will clean and finish contours, remove welds, install trim and move components along the line, ensuring parts meet quality standards.

The role requires basic ability to follow directions, operate grinders, and communicate with colleagues. You will work in a fast-paced environment with exposure to noise and varying temperatures, with overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• Must be able to follow directions and operate grinders (manual and power tools).
• Strong attention to detail and precision in finishing surfaces.
• Ability to work well with others and communicate effectively on the production line.

Responsibilities

• Clean and finish contours and cavities to meet specifications.
• Use fillers such as fiberglass and epoxies as needed.
• Remove welds from seals, weld spatters and dress spot welds.
• Install trim as part of the line operation.
• Remove scratches from metal and sand to a finished product; repair minor dents and blemishes.
• Dress and change wheels or discs per instruction and procedures.
• Move frames to the paint line and follow standardized methods of work.

Skills

Follow directions

Grinder operation

Attention to detail

Team player

Communication

Job description

## GrinderApply: Cincinnati, OH: Full time: Posted Today: JR37902## **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.***Primary Duties** * Clean and finish contours and cavities to meet acceptable standards* Use filling material such as fiberglass and/or epoxies* Remove welds from seals, weld spatters, and dress spot welds* Install trim as a part of the line operation* Remove scratches from metal and sand to a finished product* Repair minor dents and blemishes* Dress and change wheels or discs in accordance with instruction and established procedures* Fill pen holes with arc welder* Move frames to the paint line* Follow standardized methods of work**Skills/Abilities*** Ability to follow directions* Ability to operate stationary and portable grinders* Strong attention to detail* Ability to work well with others* Ability to communicate well with others* undefined **Work Environment*** Continuous exposure to noise levels >80 db, vibrations, moving objects, fumes, dust, mists, and gases* Frequent exposure to temperature extremes and cramped quarters* Occasional exposure to: humid/arid conditions, mechanical hazards, solvents, allergens, and insect bites**Physical Demands*** Continuous or near continuous finger movement and standing* Must have the ability to speak and hear clearly* Must be able to see well including depth perception and the ability to distinguish between colors* Requires frequent (4 or more hours per day): walking, balancing, stooping, reaching (overhead and to the side)* Occasional sitting, lifting, carrying (25-50 lbs), climbing, crouching, and twisting may be required**Expected Hours of Work**8 hour shifts M-F with weekend and daily overtime hours as required for production**Please note that this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.** **AAP/EEO*****Allegion is committed to complying with its Equal Employment Opportunity Policy and will not discriminate based on race, sex, color, national origin, creed, religion, pregnancy, age, disability, military status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, or any legally protected status (collectively, “protected status”).***## **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.