Material Specialist 5 (SOMI)

Allegion•Princeton, IL

3d•Onsite

About The Position

At Allegion, we help keep people safe and secure. With over 40 brands, 14,000+ employees globally, and products sold in 130 countries, we specialize in security around the doorway and beyond. Allegion has been recognized with the 2026 Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award (GEWA) for the third consecutive year, earning distinction in employee engagement and strengths. Allegion also received Gallup’s With Distinction honor for building exceptional workplace cultures. This role is for a Material Specialist (Job Profile Code: SCH017), reporting to a Supervisor or Manager, within the SC-Materials Job Family Group.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED (OPTIONAL)
1+ year of material handling and inventory experience.
Familiarity with material handling and inventory control.
Basic computer literacy, including data entry, basic knowledge of ERP systems, and ability to use barcode scanners.
Effective communication skills (verbal and written).
Ability to use proper lifting techniques and material movement equipment effectively.
Ability to review material to ensure it meets 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

Forklift operations.

Responsibilities

Receive, stage, issue, and deliver materials within the facility to support production schedules and customer orders.
Operate forklift, pallet jacks, and other material handling equipment safely and ensure equipment is in good working order.
Load and unload material from trucks and containers.
Perform cycle counts, assist with physical inventories, and reconcile discrepancies.
Enter inventory transactions accurately into ERP/MRP systems or scanning devices.
Run and analyze inventory and KPI reports using ERP/MRP systems.
Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and lean manufacturing principles.
Report inventory discrepancies to supervisors.
Inspect incoming materials for damage or discrepancies and report issues.
Assist with maintaining accurate inventory and material movement documentation.
Report issues and participate in root cause analysis for material discrepancies.
Adhere to safety protocols and utilize Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and proper lifting technique.
Maintain clean, organized, and safe work areas where material is stored and moved.
Maintain awareness and report 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.
Provide informal guidance or mentoring to less experienced team members, including demonstrating proper material processes and techniques.
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.