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. Process Engineer - Princeton, IL
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
include the following, which are to be performed accurately, efficiently, within company safety and quality standards, and within required time frames as needed. Other duties may be assigned. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions. At our Allegion location in Princeton, IL, our Process Engineer will lead, manage and drive continuous improvements within assigned core process areas of our manufacturing operations. In addition, the primary responsibilities for this position include: Lead and implement Lean Manufacturing tools & techniques (workshops,Kanban,visual management,5S, total productive maintenance, set-up reduction, etc.) Use formal problem-solving techniques toidentifyand resolve complex problems. Initiate and manage productivity and cost savings projects. Implement andmaintainprocess controls through advanced quality planning techniques (FMEA, key characteristics management, mistake proofing, etc.). Research, evaluate, justify, and recommend capital equipment for operations. Prepare capital expenditure requisitions and manage the implementation of capital equipment projects. Stay current with state-of-the art technologies and equipment. Participate in developing strategic manufacturing processes. Alsoassistin developingthe shortand long-range capital planning. Prepare and coordinate the implementation schedule for major projects and process changes. Develop andmaintainall process documentation (ie. routings, standard work, work instructions, setup sheets,etc.)to ensure accuracy. Analyze proposed engineering changes for manufacturing impact and feasibility. Participate in developing andmaintaining
ISO 9001
procedures and documents for theProcessengineering departmentasrequired. AssistPurchasing andQuality Assurance in qualifying suppliers for new product or product changes Attend training opportunitiesdeemednecessary by management.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Bachelor's degree in Engineering(Mechanical, Industrial, or Manufacturing) Demonstrated experience in analyzing and solving complex problems Proficient in AutoCAD, Creo, MS Office Suite (excel, word, power point). Ability toestablishand maintain effective work relationships Solid written and verbal communication as well as conflict resolution skills. Organized witha strong senseof urgency. Ability to work effectively in a team environment and in independent situations, and exercise good judgment to reach sound conclusions Ability to follow written and verbal instructions, schedules, rules, procedures, etc. Ability to read, interpret, and perform from various documents, including method sheets, assembly drawings, production reports, safety rules, blueprints, printed shop schedules, Kanban cards/boards, operating maintenanceinstructionand procedure manuals, etc. Ability to properlyidentifycomponents and gain extensive parts knowledge Thorough understanding of
GD&T PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Ability todemonstratemanual 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,frequentlyand for extended periods of time Ability to occasionally climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, and/or crawl
COMPENSATION
This range is provided by Allegion. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience. The expected Salary Range $75,000-$95,000. The actual compensation will be determined based on experience and other factors permitted by law.
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