Frame Welder

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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.

POSITION PURPOSE:

The MIG Welder welds metal frame parts to specification based on engineering documents and shop travelers. This position is focused on getting the job done right the first time by placing a high emphasis on quality of workmanship, accountability, safety, and teamwork.

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Support all continuous improvements in safety, quality, 5S and existing manufacturing processes.
• Provide feedback to leadership to help resolve quality issues or operational improvements in regards to productivity and procedural changes.
• Ensure the machine is always running.
• Communicate any issues that prevent product flow.
• Know and abide to all company rules and policies with regards to safety and conduct, including the use and maintenance of company provided PPE.

·         Embrace the cross-training culture by a willingness to learn other jobs or tasks within the facility.

• Do daily housekeeping to ensure the work area is always clean and organized.
  
• Flexible schedule is required in regard to overtime and start time according to work volumes.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Set up and operate welding tools and maintain continuous workflow through adherence of documented processes.
• Assist with daily PM schedule for machine, manuals and procedures.
• Perform first part inspections as well as in-process quality checks.

REQUIRED SKILLS:

• Ability to read and understand engineering documents and shop travelers.
• Ability to layout and load materials using basic math and handheld measuring tools.
• Knowledge of welding tool operation and maintenance.
• Knowledge and application of unique safety requirements for welding.
• Ability to perform both manual and machine welding techniques.
• Understanding of finished product characteristics.

Physical Demands:

• Ability to frequently lift, push, pull, and grasp 50 pounds.
• Dexterous with both hands.
• Ability to frequently perform work while in a bended, kneeled, stooped, or squatted position.
• Ability to stand for extended periods.

Work Environment:

·         Fast paced custom metal manufacturing environment.

·         High noise levels.

·         Contact with metals, lubricants, and welding gases.

·         Exposure to moving objects such as machinery, mechanical parts, forklifts, and carts.

·         Exposure to hot or cold temperature when working in areas of the building that cannot be temperature controlled (especially during summer months).

EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or GED.
• 3+ years manufacturing experience in a high volume, fast paced production environment.
• Metalworking / Hollow Metal fabrication experience preferred.

Dexterous with manufacturing equipment, basic power tools and machinery

Compensation: This range is provided by Allegion. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience.

• The expected Base Hourly Range: $20.00-24.00 per hour. The actual compensation will be determined based on experience and other factors permitted by law.

NOTE:

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

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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