Schlage Lock Company LLC · Princeton, IL
1st Shift Assembler at Schlage Lock Company LLC — Princeton, IL
Full-timePrinceton, IL$18.5–$18.5/hourPosted 2026-07-14Apply on Workday
Full job description
Job Title: Specialized Assembly Operator J
Department: Assembly
Reports to: Assembly Supervisor
- Assemble housings and cylinders
- Perform fill, test, regulate functions on closers to ensure closer runs properly
- Adjust mechanisms as required to ensure all parts run smoothly and as intended
- Build sub-assemblies for stations, including speed controls, end plugs, couplers, rams, piston heads, and ball/nut assemblies
- Perform quality checks on parts and products
- Follow safety regulations; keep work areas and equipment clean and orderly using 5S standards
- May perform other duties as assigned and extend into other areas as needed
- Flexibility to work overtime as required
- Perform tasks in a timely and accurate manner
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
- Ability to establish and maintain effective work relationships
- Ability to work effectively in independent situations and exercise good judgment to reach sound conclusions
- Ability to use Kanban workflow for optimal build performance
- Ability to follow written and verbal instructions, schedules, rules, procedures, etc.
- Ability to read, interpret, and perform from various documents, including method sheets, safety rules, Kanban cards, printed shop schedules, operating maintenance instruction and procedure manuals, etc.
- Ability to properly identify components and gain extensive parts knowledge
- Ability to identify and obtain appropriate parts for work station operation
- Ability to use CRT and data entry technologies (bar code, key entry); ability to work from and use the AS400 computer application
- General knowledge of machinery, specifically related to areas of responsibility
- Ability to judge distances, spatial relationships, and perform visual and/or mechanical inspections; ability to distinguish colors and finishes
- Basic math and computer skills
- Ability to perform jobs at the same or lower labor grade than current job
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
- Ability to demonstrate manual dexterity; ability to use fingers and hands to feel, handle, or squeeze; reach with hands and arms; twist/turn body; perform repetitive motions
- Ability to stand, walk, and/or sit, frequently and for extended periods of time
- Ability to occasionally climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, and/or crawl
- Ability to frequently lift up to 5 pounds, occasionally lift up to 25 pounds, and rarely lift up to 60 pounds. Any lifts over 35 pounds should be done with assistance.
MECHANICAL REQUIREMENTS
- Ability to use two hand palm buttons
- Ability to use pneumatic tools
- Ability to use testing equipment
ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS
- Exposure to various chemicals including greases, oils, and adhesives in safe exposure amounts and approved for use in our facility by EHS
- Exposure to temperature changes
- Exposure to moderate noise levels with intermittent loud noises
- Exposure to vibration
- Exposure to dirt and/or dust
- Exposure to sharp objects and parts
- Exposure to moving mechanical parts, protected by approved guarding and controls
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
- Minimum requirements:
- One year of related experience
- The expected Base Hourly Range: $18.50-$.25.77 The actual compensation will be determined based on experience and other factors permitted by law.
- Bonus Eligible: Yes
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