Maintenance Helper

Morgan Advanced Materials•Fairfield, NJ

2d•$18 - $20•Onsite

About The Position

Overview Morgan Advanced Materials is a business rich in history and innovation. Founded in the UK in 1856, we have grown into a global organisation with 70 sites in 18 countries. Our model to serve our customers where they need us has led to a diversified product range using our unparalleled expertise in ceramic and carbon materials, which we exploit to solve difficult problems for our customers across a diverse range of markets. We are a purpose driven organisation. Our purpose is to use advanced materials to make the world more sustainable and to improve the quality of life. We deliver on that purpose through the products that we make, and the way that we make them. The Technical Ceramics business of Morgan Advanced Materials engineers high performance functional and structural ceramic materials, components and sub-assemblies to address customer-specific technical challenges. Key Figures: Revenue £1,100.7m (2024), ~8,000 employees, manufacturing in 20+ countries, and a global customer portfolio. A UK PLC with head office located in Windsor, Berkshire UK. Listed on London Stock Exchange; Member of the FTSE 250 Index. $1,500 SIGN-ON BONUS WHY CHOOSE MORGAN ADVANCED MATERIALS? FULL-TIME 10 PAID HOLIDAYS PER YEAR REFERRAL BONUS OPPORTUNITY SAFETY SHOES AND GLASSES REIMBURSEMENT COMPARABLE BENEFITS WITH FULL TIME EMPLOYMENT STABILITY SAFE WORKING ENVIRONMENT. Morgan has a strong safety culture and employee safety is our #1 priority OPPORTUNITIES TO JOIN COMMITTEES, SUCH AS SAFETY OR EVENTS COMMITTEE BENEFITS OFFERED Medical (three plans to choose from) effective on hire date (must be full-time) Dental effective on hire date (must be full-time) Vision effective on hire date (must be full-time) Life insurance effective on hire date (must be full-time) Short- and long-term disability effective on hire date (must be full-time) Employee Assistance Program effective on hire date Holiday pay effective on hire date 2 WEEKS Vacation starts accruing on hire date for full-time employees 401(k) benefits after 90 days (must be full-time) SCHEDULE Daylight Shift 8-hour shift Overtime may be required The Maintenance Helper performs basic maintenance, housekeeping, and equipment support functions within a manufacturing environment. This position assists the Maintenance Manager with simple maintenance tasks, repairs, and routine preventive maintenance (PM) activities to support safe and efficient plant operations.

Requirements

Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
Mechanical aptitude and interest in maintenance or industrial trades.
Basic familiarity with hand tools and power tools (training provided).
Willingness to learn manufacturing equipment and preventive maintenance practices.
Strong attention to safety and detail.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Individual must be a: Citizen of the United States, or Permanent resident alien of the United States, or Protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) as defined by 22CFR120.15

Responsibilities

Perform general cleaning and housekeeping of maintenance areas, production floors, and facility spaces.
Assist Maintenance Manager with basic maintenance activities and simple repairs.
Support routine preventive maintenance (PM) on manufacturing equipment and facility systems under supervision.
Help clean, lubricate, and inspect machinery and equipment per PM schedules and instructions.
Assist with basic mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic maintenance tasks as trained.
Replace light bulbs, belts, filters, hoses, and other basic components as directed.
Assist with setup, teardown, or movement of equipment and machinery.
Identify and report equipment issues, unsafe conditions, or maintenance needs.
Organize and maintain maintenance tools, parts, and supplies.
Assist with minor facility repairs including doors, floors, walls, painting, and grounds upkeep.
Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area at all times.
Follow all safety rules including lockout/tagout (LOTO), machine guarding, and PPE requirements.
Comply with all company policies, quality standards, and safety procedures.
Perform other related duties as assigned or required.