1st CNC Machine operator

Allegion•Princeton, IL

4d•$18 - $31•Onsite

About The Position

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 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.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED
Entry-level role: no experience required.
Familiarity with machining techniques, tools, and equipment.
Basic computer literacy.
Effective communication skills (verbal and written).
Ability to use machining equipment, hand tools, power tools, pneumatic tools, and testing equipment effectively.
Ability to produce parts and products to meet quality standards.
Identifying issues and communicating to leader.
Following safety protocols and maintaining hazard awareness.
Collaborating effectively with all employees.
Ability to be flexible in role, adjusting to new processes, technologies, or production requirements.

Nice To Haves

Entry-level role: no experience required.

Responsibilities

Set up and operate basic CNC functions following detailed instructions and established procedures on CNC equipment to cut, punch, form, drill, pulse, spin, mill and stamp, to produce metal parts and components per design and drawing specifications required for subassemblies or finished products.
Perform repetitive tasks such as loading/unloading parts on machines, attaching components, and operating hand tools.
Conduct basic equipment checks to ensure tools and machines are operational.
Follow step-by-step written or verbal instructions for machine setup and operation.
Perform routine quality inspections using basic measurement tools (e.g., rulers, tape measures).
Identify and segregate defective parts for supervisor review.
Maintain accurate records of production counts and defect reports.
Adhere to safety protocols and utilize Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
Perform basic equipment checks (e.g., ensuring tools are operational).
Maintain awareness and report to leaders’ potential safety hazards.
Work closely with team members, supervisors, engineers, and quality control personnel to address challenges and improve processes.
Communicate effectively both orally and in writing to report issues and provide updates.
Maintain a clean and organized workspace.
Store tools and equipment properly.
Work overtime as needed to meet production goals.
Crosstrain in other areas and adjust to new processes or technologies.