Pre-Finisher

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. Allegion is proud to be recognized with the 2026 Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award (GEWA) for the third consecutive year, earning distinction in both employee engagement and strengths categories, as well as Gallup’s With Distinction honor.

About the role

The Pre-Finisher is responsible for using a variety of tools to prepare TGP metal door and frame system parts surfaces for coating. The Pre-Finisher must fit metal glazing beads to each frame and perform final surface preparation in accordance to required standard practices.

Schedule

Monday – Thursday 5:00 AM – 3:30 PM, overtime on Fridays as needed.

Responsibilities

• Performs final fitting of all glazing beads on assemblies.
• Perform final sanding and cleaning of product surfaces to be coated.
• Assist in the development of Standard Operating Procedures for pre-finishing activity.
• Assist Weld Strider when needed.
• Assist in weld cells when needed.
• Reports all issues and inconsistencies.
• Provide exceptional customer service to internal team members.
• Improves workflow, work processes or work procedures as needed.
• Trains additional team members.
• Operate a variety of power/hand tools and equipment, including sanders, files, screwdrivers, and drills.
• Understand and comply with all appropriate safety and work safety regulations.
• Continuously maintain a clean work area including the cleanup and disposal of trash, production scrap.
• Assists in cleaning common areas.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• 1+ years of experience working in a manufacturing environment preferred.
• Welding experience is a plus.
• Proficiency with sanding and grinding techniques preferred.
• Attention to detail and the ability to read blueprints, production and technical drawings preferred.
• Assesses priorities to determine what is urgently needed.
• Ability to operate a variety of power and hand tools and equipment, including applicators, sandblasting and pressure washing equipment.
• Ability to set rigging and operate lifts and small cranes as needed to perform work.
• Provide high quality internal customer service.
• Capable of completing assigned tasks in a limited timeframe.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to receive and provide instructions in a positive manner.
• Remain alert in a high-risk environment.
• Maintain schedule and tasks despite interruptions.
• Ability to learn and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Takes initiative to escalate issues when they occur.

Physical Demands

• Manual Dexterity: Ability to handle parts and tools with precision.
• Repetitive Motion: Perform repetitive motions such as bending, twisting, kneeling, stooping, lifting, gripping, and grasping with hands.
• Standing Duration: Ability to stand for up to 10 hours per shift.
• Lifting Requirements: Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Lift Assist Devices: Use of overhead crane and forklift with training may be required.
• Environmental Exposure: Ability to work in environments with noise, chemicals, dust, sharp objects, moving/rotating mechanical parts, and temperature extremes.
• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): Respirator, fall protection, welding hood, etc. may be required depending on job duty and/or work area.

Benefits

• Immediate health, dental and vision insurance coverage.
• Wellness incentives, such as up to $1000 HSA contributions depending upon participation.
• 401K plan, offering a 6% company match and no vesting period.
• Generous vacation and sick time, accrued through the year.
• Convenient Vanpools and discounted Orca Card memberships.
• Free on-site fitness center.
• Tuition Reimbursement opportunities.
• Employee Discounts through Perks at Work.

Pay

The expected Base Hourly Range: $22.50 - $23.50. The actual compensation will be determined based on experience and other factors permitted by law.

Employment Type: Full-time, hourly non-exempt.