Quality Engineer at Allegion

Princeton, Illinois, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Manufacturing, SecurityIndustries

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering or technical field
  • 3+ years quality and engineering or related experience in a manufacturing environment with supervisory or lead experience preferred
  • ASQ Certified Quality Engineer Certification preferred
  • Sound engineering and leadership skills
  • Lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, ISO, or related experience preferred
  • Strong math and analytical skills
  • Strong organization and attention to detail skills along with the ability to handle multiple projects at once
  • Strong written and oral communication skills with ability to build strong and sustainable relationships
  • Skilled in team building and experience in effectively working with cross functional teams
  • Understanding of applicable computer systems such as Microsoft Office and function specific software
  • Strong problem solver, dedicated to completing assigned job tasks on time, comfortable with developing suppliers, implementing quality system improvements, providing customers timely feedback, able to communicate effectively to cross functional teams and upper management, and will represent LCN in a professional manner
  • Onsite five days weekly

Responsibilities

  • Lead problem solving, root cause analysis, and implementation of corrective action for process related concerns using statistical tools
  • Lead and participate in continuous improvement activities to enhance the quality system, such as 5S, Rapid Improvement Events, Six Sigma, lean methodology, etc
  • Develop and provide training to build quality awareness
  • Assist in establishing, implementing, and maintaining the quality management system
  • Create and maintain company quality documentation such as quality manuals, quality procedures, etc
  • Interface with Suppliers, Engineering, and Operations to provide feedback and data for products and processes
  • Lead and support the Quality Technicians to ensure that our products and processes comply with the relevant requirements of the quality management system
  • Develop and maintain manufacturing audit strategies for processes, products, and systems
  • Responsible for issuing, tracking, and verifying root cause solutions of corrective actions
  • Assist in vendor surveillance of purchased materials, finished parts, and processes
  • Determine inspection and test equipment required to evaluate product quality and reliability
  • Lead and manage projects to improve cost and quality of manufacturing processes, products, and purchased components

Skills

Six Sigma
Lean
5S
Root Cause Analysis
Corrective Action
Statistical Tools
Quality Management System
Supplier Development
Quality Auditing
Continuous Improvement

Allegion

Global provider of security solutions

About Allegion

Allegion provides security solutions that focus on securing doors and surrounding areas. Their product range includes mechanical locks, electronic access control systems, and biometric scanning devices, catering to various clients such as homeowners, businesses, and educational institutions. Allegion's products work by offering different methods of access control, from traditional keys to advanced technology that uses fingerprints or other biometric data for entry. What sets Allegion apart from competitors is their commitment to integrating new technologies into their security solutions while also adhering to environmental, social, and governance principles. The company's goal is to enhance safety and access for communities while driving innovation in the security industry.

Dublin, IrelandHeadquarters
1908Year Founded
$1,000MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Social Impact, CybersecurityIndustries
5,001-10,000Employees

Benefits

Competitive pay
PTO
Career development
More benefits

Risks

Emerging startups with innovative solutions could erode Allegion's market share.
Supply chain vulnerabilities in semiconductor components may disrupt electronic product production.
Rising raw material costs, especially metals, could impact Allegion's profit margins.

Differentiation

Allegion offers a comprehensive portfolio of mechanical and electronic security products.
The company operates in 120 countries under 23 brands, including Schlage and Von Duprin.
Allegion integrates ESG principles, focusing on innovation and community impact.

Upsides

Acquisitions like Unicel and Krieger enhance Allegion's product offerings and market reach.
The demand for touchless security solutions has surged post-COVID-19 pandemic.
Cloud-based access control systems offer scalability and remote management capabilities.

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