2nd Shift Materials Specialist at Schlage Lock Company LLC — Princeton, IL

Job Profile Name: Material Specialist

Job Profile Code: SCH011

Reports To: Supervisor Or Manager

Job Family Group: SC-Materials

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Material Movement:
• 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.
• Report inventory discrepancies to supervisors.
• Other duties as assigned.
• 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

Minimum Requirements:

• Education: High School Diploma or GED (OPTIONAL)
• Experience:
• 6 months to 1 year of material handling and inventory experience.
• Technical Knowledge:
• Familiarity with material handling and inventory control.
• Basic computer literacy.
• Essential Skills:
• 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.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 1+ years of material movement and inventory experience.
• 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 35lbs
• 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.

• The expected Base Hourly Range: $18.50-$28.85 The actual compensation will be determined based on experience and other factors permitted by law.
• Bonus Eligible: Yes.

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