Team Leader - Headers and Jambs

Allegion; Mount Comfort (IN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Allegion's Greenfield, IN assembly leadership role seeks a capable Team Leader to guide production lines, read blueprints, and mentor assemblers. Standard schedule is Mon–Fri 3:30pm–12:00am, with overtime as needed.

The role emphasizes safety, quality, and continuous improvement in door and related components. Qualified candidates will have high school education, 2+ years assembly experience, ERP/badge scanner familiarity, and strong collaboration across engineering, quality, and logistics

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• 2+ years of assembly experience.
• Familiarity with assembly techniques, tools, and equipment.
• Computer literacy including ERP systems and ability to use barcode scanners.
• Ability to use hand tools, power tools, pneumatic tools, and testing equipment.
• Ability to produce parts and products to meet quality standards.
• Lean manufacturing familiarity is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and motivate assembly teams to meet production schedules, quality, and safety standards.
• Assign tasks, provide work direction, and coach/mentor team members on assembly processes and techniques.
• Act as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) for specialized assembly processes, tools, or machinery.
• Read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, and work instructions to guide assembly work.
• Operate and set up machinery and tools safely and efficiently.
• Assemble components, subassemblies, and precision parts, troubleshooting and resolving assembly issues as needed.
• Troubleshoot and resolve non-standard or unprecedented issues in the assembly process using judgment and prior experience.
• Diagnose and resolve assembly issues, including equipment malfunctions or non-conforming parts, using established procedures.
• Conduct quality inspections using measurement tools, document non-conformance, and work with Quality Team on advanced audits.
• Track and document production metrics, including completed units and defects, and implement Lean Manufacturing practices.
• Ensure compliance with safety protocols, perform safety checks, and report potential hazards.
• Provide input on process improvements, cost-saving opportunities, and resource allocation to management.
• Collaborate and communicate with related teams (engineering, quality, logistics) to optimize production and resolve challenges.
• Maintain a clean, organized workspace and store tools and equipment properly.
• Be flexible by working overtime, cross-training, and adapting to new processes or technologies.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Team leadership

Blueprint reading

Troubleshooting

Mentoring

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Drills

Presses

Soldering equipment

Measurement tools

Job description

About Allegion

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.

Team Leader, Assembly – Greenfield, Indiana

Standard schedule is Monday through Friday 3:30pm – 12:00am. Overtime during the week is typically 2:30pm – 1:00am and Saturdays when needed. Schedules are subject to change based on business need.

Stanley Access Technologies is recognized as an industry leader in the manufacturing, installation, and servicing of automatic doors. Our growing product and service offerings have driven significant growth for our service business.

The Assembly – Team Leader leads team members in the production assembly area, with assignments and specific tasks for the department. This position has responsibilities in administration, production, workflow, work scheduling, and work assignments. Provides work direction, coaching/mentoring to other assemblers on the line that is responsible for assembling components, sub‑assemblies, and final products. Qualified candidates must be legally authorized to be employed in the United States. The company does not intend to provide sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H-1B, TN, etc.) for this employment position.

What You Will Do

• Lead and motivate assembly teams to meet production schedules, quality, and safety standards.
• Assign tasks, provide work direction, and coach/mentor team members on assembly processes and techniques.
• Act as a subject matter expert (SME) for specialized assembly processes, tools, or machinery.
• Ability to influence and motivate team members effectively without formal authority.
• Read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, and work instructions to guide assembly work.
• Operate and set up machinery and tools (e.g., drills, presses, soldering equipment) safely and efficiently.
• Assemble components, subassemblies, and precision parts, troubleshooting and resolving assembly issues as needed.
• Troubleshoot and resolve non-standard or unprecedented issues in the assembly process using judgment and prior experience.
• Diagnose and resolve assembly issues, including equipment malfunctions or non-conforming parts, using established procedures.
• Conduct quality inspections using measurement tools(e.g., rulers, tape measures, calipers, micrometers) , document non-conformance, and work with Quality Team on advanced audits.
• Track and document production metrics, including completed units and defects, and implement Lean Manufacturing practices.
• Ensure compliance with safety protocols, perform safety checks, and report potential hazards.
• Provide input on process improvements, cost‑saving opportunities, and resource allocation to management.
• Collaborate and communicate with related teams (engineering, quality, logistics) to optimize production and resolve challenges.
• Maintain a clean, organized workspace and store tools and equipment properly.
• Be flexible by working overtime, cross‑training, and adapting to new processes or technologies.
• Other duties as assigned.

What You Need to Succeed

• Required Education: High School Diploma or GED
• 2+ years of assembly experience.
• Familiarity with assembly techniques, tools, and equipment.
• Computer literacy, including data entry, basic knowledge of ERP systems, and ability to use barcode scanners.
• Ability to use 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.
• Preferred: Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles.
• Preferred: Familiarity with quality standards and continuous improvement methodologies.

Physical Demands

• Ability to handle parts and tools with precision.
• Perform repetitive motions (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 75lbs.
• Ability to work in environments with noise, chemicals, dust, sharp objects, moving/rotating mechanical parts, and temperature extremes.

Why Work for Us

Allegion is a Great Place to Grow your Career if: You're seeking a rewarding opportunity that allows you to truly help others. With thousands of employees and customers around the world, there’s plenty of room to make an impact. As our values state, “this is your business, run with it”. You’re looking for a company that will invest in your professional development. As we grow, we want you to grow with us. You want a culture that promotes work-life balance. Our employees enjoy generous paid time off, because at Allegion we recognize that you have a full life outside of work!

Allegion is proud to be a recipient of the Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award for the second year in a row, recognizing our commitment to employee engagement, strengths-based development, and unlocking human potential.

What You’ll Get from Us

• Health, dental and vision insurance coverage, helping you “be safe, be healthy”
• A commitment to your future with a 401K plan, offering a 6% company match and no vesting period
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Discounts through Perks at Work
• Community involvement and opportunities to give back so you can “serve others, not yourself”
• Opportunities to leverage your unique strengths through CliftonStrengths testing and coaching

Diversity & Inclusion

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.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Allegion is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.