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About the Role

Morgan Foods, Inc. has several plant floor General Labor – Manufacturing roles available. These are full-time, on-site positions with multiple shifts and multiple openings. General Labor employees play a critical role in producing high-quality, shelf-stable food products through production support, material handling, basic equipment operation, cleaning, housekeeping, and sanitation duties. These roles support production goals through teamwork, reliability, safe work practices, and strict adherence to food safety and quality standards.

Responsibilities

Operate basic manufacturing equipment under supervision and in accordance with training.
Supply materials to production lines to support safe and efficient production.
Remove finished goods, supplies, packaging materials, or other materials from production areas as assigned.
Perform routine cleaning, housekeeping, and sanitation of work areas and equipment.
Follow all safety rules, GMPs, food safety requirements, sanitation procedures, quality standards, company policies, practices, and procedures.
Report equipment issues, safety concerns, quality concerns, injuries, near misses, or unsafe conditions promptly to supervision.
Participate in team meetings, safety meetings, required training, and other company communication activities.
Assist with line start-ups, shutdowns, changeovers, production support, material movement, and cleaning activities as assigned.
Perform repetitive production tasks while maintaining focus on safety, quality, efficiency, and accuracy.
Communicate effectively with supervisors, lead employees, trainers, and team members to support safe and efficient operations.
Maintain clean, orderly, and safe work areas in accordance with company expectations.
Work cooperatively with Production, Quality Assurance, Maintenance, Sanitation, Warehouse, and other departments as needed.
Follow instructions from supervisors, lead employees, trainers, and authorized company representatives.
Support production goals through teamwork, reliability, punctuality, and consistent attendance.
Perform other duties as assigned to support production, sanitation, quality, safety, and plant operations.

Requirements

Ability to perform physical labor in a manufacturing environment.
Ability to frequently walk, stand, bend, twist, reach, lift, carry, push, pull, climb, grasp, and perform repetitive tasks.
Ability to stand for extended periods of time and lift up to 40 lbs. as required by the position.
Ability to work in a manufacturing plant environment that is not climate controlled and may have variable temperatures.
Work areas may include production, sanitation, warehouse, and material handling areas that may be wet, humid, noisy, warm, cold, or require personal protective equipment.
Ability to read, understand, and follow work instructions, safety rules, GMPs, sanitation requirements, quality standards, and company procedures.
Ability to communicate effectively with team members, supervisors, lead employees, and support departments to help maintain safe and efficient operations.
Uses a positive, respectful, person-centered interpersonal style in the execution of duties.
Demonstrates reliability, accountability, punctuality, and consistent attendance.
Maintains composure and sound judgment in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Ability to adapt to changing priorities and operational needs.
Demonstrates a commitment to safety, food quality, food safety, sanitation, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
Ability to work assigned shifts, weekends, holidays, and overtime as needed, with flexibility to support production demands, staffing needs, sanitation requirements, training, and operational needs.
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
Must be able to pass a drug screen on the first day of employment.

Skills

Basic manufacturing equipment operation
Material handling
Cleaning
Housekeeping
Sanitation
Teamwork
Reliability
Safe work practices
Food safety standards
Quality standards
Forklift operation (preferred)
Communication
Following instructions
Adaptability
Continuous improvement

Location

Austin, IN

Work Type

Full-Time
On-site

Experience Level

Entry Level

Education Level

High school diploma or equivalent preferred

Salary/Compensations

Starting at $20.00/hour
1-Year Rate: $25.63 – $26.23/hour, depending on job classification, with annual increases.

Benefits

Medical
Dental
Vision
Life Insurance
Short-Term Disability
Voluntary Long-Term Disability
Employee Assistance Program
Medical Retiree 401(k) Savings Account
Union Pension
Vacation benefits
Company events

About the Company

Morgan Foods, Inc., since 1899, “A Tradition in Store Brands.”
Privately held and headquartered in Austin, IN, with operations in IN and MI.
Morgan Foods is a leader in producing high-quality, great-tasting, shelf-stable food products that families love every day.
For over 125 years, Morgan Foods has been an industry leader dedicated to quality, innovation, and producing foods for the consumer marketplace.

Equal Opportunity

Morgan Foods, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity, Drug-Free, and Smoke-Free Employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity, national origin, age, height, weight, marital status, arrest record, disability, or any other characteristic protected under Indiana or applicable federal law.
Reasonable accommodation is available for individuals with disabilities during the hiring process upon request.