1st Shift Manufacturing Process Engineering Technician

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.

1st Shift Manufacturing Process Engineering Technician - LCN – Princeton, IL

Job Title: Process Engineering Technician Department: Engineering

Reports to: Process Engineering Manager

Pay Rate: $20-$38.00

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Problem solve and optimize processes in machining, assembly, pack and freight processes

Assist Engineers with designing, running, testing and upgrading existing and new production processes

Develop and maintain all process documentation (i.e. routings, standard work, work instructions, setup sheets, time studies etc.) to ensure accuracy.

Analyze proposed changes for manufacturing impact and feasibility

Confers with vendors to determine specifications of products, arrange equipment, and purchase material and parts.

Gathers, and maintains specific records of technical data such as tests and drawings, performs computations, plots data to support data

Create part drawings, tooling drawings and fixturing

Ensure engineering solutions meet requirements for safety, cost, time, and quality

Evaluating processes and equipment to ensure compliance with environmental and safety regulations

Manage multiple projects / assignments simultaneously while meeting deadlines

Partners with all functional groups (maintenance, operations, quality, materials, purchasing, accounting, etc.) to create a successful work environment that thrives on collaboration, process creation and adherence

Attend training opportunities deemed necessary by management

Gain knowledge in structured problem-solving approach, including but not limited to A3, 9-step, & 8-D.

Gain understanding of Statistical Process Control, Lean Manufacturing, Root Cause Analysis, Design of Experiments

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Required to have some knowledge of science or engineering: generally, two years of technical school, two years of college toward a Bachelor of Science degree, or related technical training (e.g., military/trade school)

Mechanical and process design expertise in a manufacturing environment

Strong critical thinking skills including using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems

Ability to work effectively in a team environment and in independent situations, while maintaining strong work relationships

Solid written and verbal communication as well as conflict resolution skills

Organized and attentive to detail

Desire to work hands on with projects and equipment

Ability to assess risks/issues and make decisions, acting with a sense of urgency

Effective listening, time management and creative problem-solving techniques

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 maintenance instruction and procedure manuals, etc.

Allegion is committed to building and maintaining a diverse and inclusive workplace. Together, we embrace all differences and similarities among colleagues, as well as the differences and similarities within the relationships that we foster with customers, suppliers and the communities where we live and work. Whatever your background, experience, race, color, national origin, religion, age, gender, gender identity, disability status, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law, we will make sure that you have every opportunity to impress us in your application and the opportunity to give your best at work, not because we’re required to, but because it’s the right thing to do. We are also committed to providing accommodations for persons with disabilities. If for any reason you cannot apply through our career site and require an accommodation or assistance, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team.

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