Materials Handler

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

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.

Material Specialist

• Receive, stage, issue, and deliver materials within the facility to support production schedules and customer orders.
• Follow detailed instruction and established procedures.
• Operate forklift, pallet jacks, and other material handling equipment safely and ensure equipment is in good working order. Load and unload material from trucks and containers.
• Perform cycle counts, assist with physical inventories, and reconciling of discrepancies.
• Enter inventory transactions accurately into ERP/MRP systems or scanning devices

Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and lean manufacturing principles.

Quality Assurance:

• Inspect incoming materials for damage or discrepancies and report issues.
• Assist with maintaining accurate inventory and material movement documentation.
• Report issues and participate in root cause analysis for material discrepancies.

Safety Compliance:

• Adhere to safety protocols and utilize Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and proper lifting technique.
• Maintain clean, organized and safe work areas where material is stored and moved out on the production floor.
• Maintain awareness and report to leaders’ potential safety hazards.

Collaboration and Communication:

• Work closely with team members, supervisors, engineers, and quality control personnel to address challenges and improve processes.
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing to report issues and provide updates.

Workspace Maintenance:

• Maintain a clean and organized workspace.
• Store tools and equipment properly.

Flexibility and Adaptability:

• Work overtime as needed to meet production goals.
• Crosstrain in other areas and adjust to new processes or technologies.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Education: High School Diploma or GED

Experience:

• Forklift operations.
• 1 year of material handling and inventory experience.
• Familiarity with material handling and inventory control.
• Basic computer literacy.
• Communication: Effective communication skills (verbal and written).
• Material Movement: Ability to use proper lifting techniques and material movement equipment effectively.
• Quality Control: Ability to review material to ensure it meets quality standards.
• Problem-Solving: Identifying issues and communicating to leader.
• Safety Awareness: Following safety protocols and maintaining hazard awareness.
• Teamwork: Collaborating effectively with all employees.
• Adaptability: Ability to be flexible in role, adjusting to new processes, technologies, or production requirements.
• Forklift operations.

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 35 lbs.

Environmental Exposure:

Ability to work in environments with noise, chemicals, dust, sharp objects, moving/rotating mechanical parts, and temperature extremes.

COMMITMENT TO COMPANY STANDARDS: Material Specialists 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.

Compensation: This range is provided by Allegion. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience. The expected Base Hourly Range: $18.00 - $22.00.

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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