Team Leader - Panel Assembly

Overview

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 30 brands, 12,000+ employees globally and products sold in 130 countries, we specialize in security around the doorway and beyond. In 2024 we were awarded the Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award, which recognizes the most engaged workplace cultures in the world.

Team Leader - Panel Assembly

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 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

Preferred

Physical Demands

Why Work for Us?

Allegion is a Great Place to Grow your Career if

What You'll Get from Us

Join our team of experts today and help us make tomorrow's world a safer place!

Not sure if your experience perfectly aligns with the role? Studies have shown that some people are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification and every single preferred qualification of a job posting. At Allegion, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. So, if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every item in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this role.

EEO statements : Allegion is an equal opportunity employer. Allegion is committed to building and maintaining a diverse and inclusive workplace. We embrace all differences among colleagues and the communities where we live and work. If you require accommodations, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team.

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