Lead Hand

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. Additionally, in 2024 we were awarded the Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award, which recognizes the most engaged workplace cultures in the world.

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, 11,000+ employees globally and products sold in 130 countries, we specialize in security around the doorway and beyond. 

At Allegion: We’re Redefining Security. Allegion products help keep people safe and secure where they live, work and visit. With more than 30 highly recognizable brands sold globally like Schlage, LCN, Von Duprin, Glynn Johnson, Locknetics, Ives etc., we specialize in security around the doorway and adjacent area: everything from residential locks and portable security to commercial locks, exit devices, openers and closers, electronic access control and workforce productivity solutions.

At the core of this $2.7 billion business is the knowledge and experience of over 11,000+ dedicated employees across the globe and - we’re growing!

The Lead Hand - Receiving is responsible for overseeing and coordinating all incoming shipments in the warehouse, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and compliance with company standards, which includes assigning tasks to receiving staff, checking for damage or discrepancies, maintaining inventory records, and resolving any receiving issues that may arise.

In a prompt and accurate manner, manage the Lead Hand will be responsible for planning, direction and control distribution             

What you will do:

• Capable of acting as Shift lead coordinating efficient use of resources
• First Aid/CPR certified 
• Capable of decision making and problem solving
• Oversee department activities to align timely order fulfillment with safety, quality, and productivity goals in support of warehouse leadership team objectives
• Foster a culture around safety. Ensure direct reports receive the appropriate Health and Safety training. Champion and drive Safety initiatives (5S, Near Miss) to ensure the facility is organized, clean, and safe. Ensure Associates follow all safety policies and procedures. Thoroughly investigate and report all safety accidents and violations in a timely manner 
• Communicates with the shipment planner concerning the arrival of shipments
• Manage the Bin replenishment process for a smooth case pick/ pack operation / ensure timely put away of Finished goods into correct locations      
• Cross-trained in all aspects of the operation (pick/pack, receiving, shipping)                                           
• Demonstrate a commitment to providing outstanding customer service   
• Demonstrate strong organizational skills                                                                                
• Ensures that the distribution area is organized and maintained    
• Operates Reach Trucks, Order Pickers pallet jacks and powered walkies. Acts as train the trainer.  
• Keeps consistent and accurate information flow to purchasing. Completing expedites for assembly                                                                                 
• Manage incoming loads for the most economical put-away           
• Proactively manage staging space.
• Assist the receiving staff to meet credit/repair processing turn metrics.
• Participates in year-end inventory including preparing the shipping/receiving area and store for physical count.
• Responsible for observing and monitoring employee performance                                             
• Utilize lean tools to drive continuous improvement.                

What you will need

• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent experience required
• License to operate Raymond reach trucks Arrow Aisle, pallet jacks and powered walkies required
• Previous picking or packing experience in a warehouse/distribution environment with RF scanners
• PC literate with AS400 and hand-held scanner experience
• Ability to lift 50lbs by hand and mandatory to operate manual equipment
• Ability to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, twist and crouch for long periods of time
• Ability to work weekends and have shift flexibility to meet the demands of the business

Allegion is a Great Place to Grow your Career if:  

• You are 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 value personal well-being and balance because we do too!  
• 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 time off, because at Allegion we recognize that you have a full life outside of work!  

What You'll Get from Us:

• A commitment to Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging: making a difference and leading with purpose
• High energy, influential, cross collaborative team environment
• Customized individual development plans and growth maps to help you unlock your full potential and career graph with Allegion.
• Competitive base salary
• Health, dental and other insurance coverage, helping you “be safe, be healthy”  
• Tuition Reimbursement  
• Employee Discounts
• Community involvement and opportunities to give back so you can “serve others, not yourself”                                                                                                                                

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.

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