Creating Peace of Mind by Pioneering Safety and SecurityAt 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. Additionally, in 2024 we were awarded the Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award, which recognizes the most engaged workplace cultures in the world.Material Specialist – Colorado Springs, Colorado Material SpecialistThe Material Specialist is responsible for the administration, documentation and material handling of parts being shipped or received into or out of the plant. What You Will Do:
Palletizes product to specifications for shipment. This includes but is not limited to material handling, lifting weights up to 35 pounds occasionally. Operates wrapping machine. Weights must be lifted utilizing proper lifting techniques from 4 inches to 56 inches off the floor. Above the shoulder lifting may be required.
Interfaces with shipping computer software which requires analytical skills with a functioning level of math.
Demonstrates product knowledge of the different product lines and the terminology associated with each.
Demonstrates effective written and verbal communication skills.
Interacts amongst various departments and at all levels of the organization.
Works in a multitask environment with constant realignment of priorities.
Works a varying schedule depending on department requirements.
Must be available to work overtime evenings and Saturdays.
Must be able to obtain a forklift license.
What You Need to Succeed:
Generate production measures and reports.
Participate in team activities including group interaction and team problem solving.
Interact effectively with stores and assembly functions.
Interact with various shipping vendors with a professional demeanor.
Assembly experience required.
Product knowledge of one or more product lines.
In depth knowledge of air freight, common carriers and UPS. Must be able to operate machines associated with each process and must know processes associated with each carrier.
In depth knowledge of bill of ladings.
In depth knowledge of legal aspect of truck loads.
In depth knowledge of interorganizational and interplant transfers and receipts including Primus, Canada, Mexico and the DSC.
2 years previous shipping/receiving experience in a high-volume manufacturing environment.
Why Work for Us?Allegion is a Great Place to Grow your Career if: You're seeking a rewarding opportunity that allows you to truly help others. With thousands of employees and customers around the world, there’s plenty of room to make an impact. As our values state, “this is your business, run with it”.You’re looking for a company that will invest in your professional development. As we grow, we want you to grow with us. You want a culture that promotes work-life balance. Our employees enjoy generous paid time off, because at Allegion we recognize that you have a full life outside of work! What You’ll Get from Us:
Health, dental and vision insurance coverage, helping you “be safe, be healthy”
Generous Vacation and Sick Time
A commitment to your future with a 401K plan, which currently offers a 6% company match and no vesting period
Health Savings Accounts – Tax-advantaged savings account used for healthcare expenses
Flexible Spending Accounts – Tax-advantaged spending accounts for healthcare and/or dependent daycare expenses
Disability Insurance –Short-Term and Long-Term coverage, paid for by Allegion, provides income replacement for illness or injury
Life Insurance – Term life coverage with the option to purchase supplemental coverage
Tuition Reimbursement
Voluntary Wellness Program – Simply complete wellness activities and earn up to $2,000 in rewards
Employee Discounts through Perks at Work
Community involvement and opportunities to give back so you can “serve others, not yourself”
Opportunities to leverage your unique strengths through CliftonStrengths assessment & coaching
Compensation: This range is provided by Allegion. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience.
The expected Base Hourly Range: $18.10 - $28.29. The actual compensation will be determined based on experience and other factors permitted by law.
Apply Today!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.We Celebrate Who We Are!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 (Careers@Allegion.com) .© Allegion plc, 2023 | Block D, Iveagh Court, Harcourt Road, Dublin 2, Co. Dublin, IrelandREGISTERED IN IRELAND WITH LIMITED LIABILITY REGISTERED NUMBER 527370Allegion is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer (https://www.allegion.com/corp/en/careers/equal-opportunity.html)Privacy PolicyWe are Allegion.A team of experts.United under a common desire;Protect today innovate for tomorrow.And never settle for the status quo.We believe in anticipating opportunitiesby sharpening our skillsand finding new answersthrough collaboration.We believe in a safer, more secure world.We believe in providing peace of mind.We believe in being true to ourselves and to thosewho trust-in our protection.We are many. We are one.We are Allegion.
