Maintenance Class 1

MORGAN FOODS INC•Austin, IN

7d•$33 - $37•Onsite

About The Position

Morgan Foods, Inc. is seeking a Processing Maintenance Mechanic. This is a full-time, on-site role located in Austin, IN. The Processing Maintenance Mechanic supports the safe and efficient operation of processing, batching, filling, and seaming equipment throughout the manufacturing facility. This role performs equipment setup, changeovers, preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, repairs, and adjustments while working closely with Maintenance, Processing, Production, and Quality Assurance. The position plays a key role in maintaining equipment reliability, product quality, seam integrity, food safety, and operational efficiency.

Requirements

High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent experience
Strong mechanical aptitude with the ability to troubleshoot, repair, and adjust manufacturing equipment
Ability to safely use assorted hand tools, power tools, measuring devices, and maintenance equipment
Ability to read and follow equipment manuals, maintenance checklists, work instructions, safety procedures, and technical documentation
Strong attention to detail when completing equipment setup, seam evaluations, HACCP monitoring, and maintenance documentation
Ability to accurately complete preventive maintenance records, corrective work orders, inspection reports, and other required documentation
Ability to work independently within demonstrated and validated skill levels while accepting guidance from senior mechanics and Maintenance supervision
Strong communication and problem-solving skills with the ability to work effectively across departments
Ability to prioritize multiple maintenance needs in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
Willingness to complete required on-the-job training, SQF training, OSHA and safety training, Maximo training, and other position-specific training
Dependable attendance and the flexibility to work overtime, weekends, alternate shifts, or adjusted schedules based on operational needs

Nice To Haves

Industrial maintenance, manufacturing maintenance, equipment repair, or related mechanical experience preferred
Experience with food-processing, batching, filling, can-seaming, packaging, or similar production equipment preferred
Working knowledge of pumps, valves, piping, motors, conveyors, fillers, seamers, tanks, and related mechanical systems preferred
Maximo or other computerized maintenance management system experience preferred
Better Process Control School certification preferred or may be required based on assigned responsibilities

Responsibilities

Set up, assemble, inspect, adjust, and maintain processing, batching, filling, and seaming equipment before and during production
Assemble processing equipment, including mixers, homogenizers, tanks, cook kettles, pumps, valves, process piping, in-line magnets, liquid fillers, seamers, and related components
Complete assigned equipment setup checklists, inspection reports, preventive maintenance work orders, corrective work orders, and other required documentation
Support filling-line and can-size changeovers by retrieving and installing the appropriate change parts, verifying completed work, running sample cans, and returning cleaned components to their designated storage areas
Perform can seam evaluations and make necessary equipment adjustments to maintain acceptable seam integrity throughout production
Adjust filling equipment as needed to maintain acceptable product net weights
Inspect finished-product magnets and document findings according to HACCP monitoring requirements
Immediately report magnet findings that meet or exceed established critical limits to the appropriate Supervisor and Quality Assurance personnel
Set up and maintain bean-handling equipment as required, including de-stoners, dewatering shakers, pumps, valves, process piping, blanch-water systems, and finished-product magnets
Troubleshoot mechanical issues and perform repairs and adjustments to minimize production interruptions and equipment downtime
Complete all assigned preventive maintenance tasks and identify equipment deficiencies requiring corrective work
Perform corrective repairs using appropriate equipment manuals, technical information, parts, tools, and established maintenance procedures
Follow lockout/tagout procedures to isolate and discharge all energy sources before beginning maintenance work
Verify that equipment guards and safety devices are properly installed and operational following maintenance activities
Test repaired or adjusted equipment to confirm proper operation when production conditions permit
Enter, update, and close preventive maintenance and corrective work orders in Maximo
Maintain clean and organized work areas by removing tools, equipment, materials, parts, and debris following maintenance activities
Immediately notify supervision of faulty equipment or conditions that could jeopardize food safety, food quality, employee safety, or the efficient operation of equipment
Follow all Good Manufacturing Practices, SQF requirements, HACCP procedures, food safety and quality policies, allergen controls, SOPs, work instructions, and company safety requirements
Collaborate with Maintenance, Processing, Production, Quality Assurance, and other departments to support safe and efficient manufacturing operations
Perform additional duties as assigned based on production and operational needs