Production Machine Operator: Safety & Quality Focus

allegion; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental and vision insurance

401K with company match

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Discounts

Community involvement

CliftonStrengths coaching

Job summary

Allegion seeks a Machine Operator to set up and operate production machinery, perform quality checks, and maintain production records in a fast-paced environment. You will follow detailed procedures, handle repetitive tasks, and collaborate with engineers and quality control to ensure safe, efficient operations.

Ideal candidates have a High School Diploma or GED, familiarity with machining tools, basic computer skills, and flexibility to adapt to evolving processes.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or GED.
• Familiarity with machining techniques, tools, and equipment.
• Basic computer literacy.
• Ability to use machining equipment, hand tools, power tools, pneumatic tools, and testing equipment effectively.
• Ability to produce parts and products to meet quality standards.
• Ability to be flexible in role, adjusting to new processes, technologies, or production requirements.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate basic production machinery following detailed instructions and established procedures.
• Perform repetitive tasks such as loading/unloading parts on machines, attaching components, and operating hand tools.
• Conduct basic equipment checks to ensure machinery and tools are operational.
• Follow step-by-step instructions for machine setup and operation.
• Perform routine quality inspections using basic measurement tools (e.g., rulers, tape measures).
• Identify and segregate defective parts for supervisor review.
• Maintain accurate records of production counts and defect reports.
• Adhere to safety protocols and utilize PPE.
• Perform basic equipment checks (e.g., ensuring tools are operational).
• Collaborate with team members, supervisors, engineers and quality control to address challenges and improve processes.
• Maintain a clean and organized workspace and assist with cross-training and overtime as needed.
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing to report issues and provide updates.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Machining techniques

Basic computer literacy

Hand and power tools

Quality production

Adaptability

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Machining equipment

Job description

Allegion seeks a Machine Operator to set up and operate production machinery, perform quality checks, and maintain production records in a fast-paced environment. You will follow detailed procedures, handle repetitive tasks, and collaborate with engineers and quality control to ensure safe, efficient operations.

Ideal candidates have a High School Diploma or GED, familiarity with machining tools, basic computer skills, and flexibility to adapt to evolving processes.