Production Takt Coordinator

Allegion • Irving, TX

1d • Onsite

About The Position

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. Position Overview: We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Production Takt Coordinator to oversee and optimize the takt time across our production processes. This is an hourly position reporting directly to the floor supervisor. The ideal candidate will coordinate production flow, ensure alignment with takt time goals, and support continuous improvement initiatives to maintain efficient and balanced operations within our laser cutting, forming, welding, painting, and door modification departments. This position is intended for individuals seeking an hourly, hands-on role focused on production coordination. We are looking for candidates with manufacturing experience at the operational level. This is an hourly position with competitive pay based on experience.

Requirements

• Proven experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably metal forming or fabrication.
• Strong understanding of takt time, lean manufacturing, and production scheduling.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Proficient with production management software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment, including walking and standing for extended periods.
• Must adhere to safety protocols and wear required personal protective equipment (PPE).

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with metal forming processes such as laser cutting, brake press operation, welding, and painting is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and manage takt time across all production stages including laser cutting, brake press forming, single point welding, MIG welding, painting, and door modification.
• Collaborate with production supervisors and line leads to balance workloads and minimize bottlenecks.
• Analyze production data to identify inefficiencies and recommend process improvements.
• Coordinate scheduling to ensure on-time delivery while maintaining quality standards.
• Support implementation of lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement projects.
• Communicate takt time goals and updates to production teams to ensure alignment.
• Assist in training staff on takt time concepts and best practices.
• Work closely with quality control and maintenance teams to address issues impacting production flow.
• Generate regular reports on production performance metrics related to takt time.

Benefits

• Health, dental and vision insurance coverage, helping you “be safe, be healthy”
• A commitment to your future with a 401K plan, offering a 6% company match and no vesting period
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Discounts through Perks at Work
• Community involvement and opportunities to give back so you can “serve others, not yourself”
• Opportunities to leverage your unique strengths through CliftonStrengths testing and coaching

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees