Material Specialist: Safe Forklift & Lean Inventory

Allegion; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Allegion is seeking a Material Specialist in Colorado Springs to receive, stage, issue, and deliver materials supporting production and customer orders. You will operate forklifts, follow procedures, and ensure accurate ERP/MRP entries while maintaining a clean, safe work area.

The role emphasizes accuracy in inventory, participation in cycle counts, and collaboration with engineers and quality control to resolve issues and continuous improvement opportunities.

Qualifications

• Forklift operations experience.
• 1 year of material handling and inventory experience.
• Familiarity with material handling and inventory control.
• Basic computer literacy.
• Clear verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Receive, stage, issue, and deliver materials to support production schedules and orders.
• Operate forklift and other material handling equipment safely.
• Enter inventory transactions into ERP/MRP systems.
• Participate in cycle counts and Inventory reconciliation.
• Collaborate with teammates to improve processes and maintain safety.

Skills

Forklift ops

Material handling

Inventory control

Basic computer literacy

Verbal & written communication

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Allegion is seeking a Material Specialist in Colorado Springs to receive, stage, issue, and deliver materials supporting production and customer orders. You will operate forklifts, follow procedures, and ensure accurate ERP/MRP entries while maintaining a clean, safe work area.

The role emphasizes accuracy in inventory, participation in cycle counts, and collaboration with engineers and quality control to resolve issues and continuous improvement opportunities.