Security Guard

Morgan Foods Inc; Austin (IN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Morgan Foods, Inc. is seeking a full-time Security Guard at the Austin, IN site. This on-site role guards the plant, controls access, monitors traffic, assists employees and visitors, and protects company property.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or GED, valid driver's license, and strong communication skills. Prior security or related experience is preferred; bilingual English/Spanish is a plus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Previous security, guard, gatehouse, military, law enforcement, warehouse, logistics, or manufacturing experience preferred.
• Valid driver's license and a good driving record required.
• Bilingual English/Spanish skills preferred, but not required.
• Must be legally eligible and able to meet all company requirements for an armed security position.
• Basic to intermediate computer literacy preferred.
• Good written, verbal, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to accurately complete logs, records passes, and other required documentation.

Responsibilities

• Maintains a safe, secure entrance and controls access to company property.
• Directs visitors, vendors, and truck drivers to appropriate areas.
• Verifies credentials and authorization before granting access.
• Maintains logs for trucks, visitors, and other traffic entering/leaving the facility.
• Performs light maintenance and housekeeping in guard areas.
• Supports special projects and adheres to company policies and procedures.

Skills

Security awareness

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Computer literacy

Job description

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Security Guard

Full Time Operatives Austin, IN, US

4 days ago Requisition ID: 1107

Salary Range: $20.00 To $20.00 Hourly

Opportunity: Morgan Foods, Inc. has a full-time Security Guard opportunity within the Human Resources department. This on-site plant security role controls access to the facility, monitors traffic entering and leaving company property, assists employees, visitors, vendors, and truck drivers, and helps protect Morgan Foods' plant, grounds, warehouse, people, and property.

Company Summary: Morgan Foods, Inc., since 1899, "A Tradition in Store Brands." An innovator in crafting quality food for the consumer marketplace. Privately held and headquartered in Austin, Indiana, with operations in Indiana and Michigan, Morgan Foods is dedicated to producing high-quality, delicious food that families love. For over 125 years, Morgan Foods has been an industry leader committed to quality and innovation. Five generations of the Morgan family have valued our team by investing in employees' careers and professional growth while offering competitive pay and excellent benefits. Come join a team with an amazing history and a great future.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Serves as a Safety and Security Champion by helping maintain a safe, secure, and controlled entrance to company property.
• Controls access for employees, truck drivers, visitors, vendors, and other authorized individuals entering or leaving company grounds.
• Opens and secures gates as needed and verifies credentials, approved rosters, visitor information, and other required authorization before granting access.
• Issues passes only as authorized by company leadership and established procedures.
• Directs visitors, vendors, and truck drivers to the appropriate areas of the grounds, buildings, or departments.
• Inspects outgoing traffic to help prevent the unauthorized removal of company property, materials, tools, equipment, or products.
• Maintains accurate records of trucks, carriers, visitors, and other applicable traffic entering and leaving the facility.
• Verifies required permits or authorization for tools, materials, or other items removed from company premises.
• Monitors proper use of time clocks for recording employee arrivals and departures.
• Answers and transfers telephone calls when the switchboard or main office is closed.
• Maintains awareness of entrance activity, visitor flow, and traffic movement to support safe and orderly operations.
• Performs light maintenance and housekeeping in assigned guard and gate areas, including mowing, sweeping, and keeping the area clean and presentable.
• Supports special projects or assignments that help resolve ongoing issues or meet departmental goals.
• Follows company policies, safety rules, security procedures, and site-access requirements while maintaining professionalism, confidentiality, and sound judgment.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Physical Requirements: Ability to frequently sit, stand, walk, bend, reach, and use hands, fingers, and wrists to operate phones, gates, radios, logs, computers, and other assigned equipment. Ability to work around vehicle traffic, gates, entry points, and plant grounds and to lift 50 pounds or more as job duties require.

Environmental Requirements: The primary work environment is the gate/security area, with exposure to vehicle traffic, outside weather, varying temperatures, noise, and active plant operations. Work may also be performed in an office or guard station. Required personal protective equipment must be worn based on assigned duties and work areas.

Communication Requirements: Ability to read, understand, and follow work instructions, security procedures, safety rules, access requirements, and company policies. Must communicate professionally with employees, visitors, truck drivers, vendors, supervisors, and company leadership and complete logs and records accurately and on time.

Behavioral & Work Style Expectations: Maintains a positive, professional, and respectful interpersonal style while demonstrating reliability, accountability, confidentiality, alertness, sound judgment, and consistent attendance. Must remain observant, follow established procedures, and respond appropriately to changing priorities, traffic flow, visitor needs, and security concerns.

Scheduling & Availability: Ability to work the assigned shift and adjust the schedule as needed, including overtime, weekends, and holidays, to maintain plant security and facility coverage.

Education/Training/Skills/Experience/Personal Attributes:

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Previous security, guard, gatehouse, military, law enforcement, warehouse, logistics, or manufacturing experience preferred.
• Valid driver's license and a good driving record required.
• Bilingual English/Spanish skills preferred, but not required.
• Must be legally eligible and able to meet all company requirements for an armed security position.
• Basic to intermediate computer literacy preferred.
• Good written, verbal, communication, and organizational skills required.
• Ability to accurately complete logs, records passes, and other required documentation.
• Ability to verify credentials, follow access-control procedures, and consistently enforce company entry requirements.
• Ability to interact professionally with employees, visitors, truck drivers, vendors, and company leadership.
• Strong attention to detail, situational awareness, and sound judgment required.
• Problem-solving and conflict-resolution skills preferred.
• Ability to work independently while supporting the larger team and company operation.
• Reliable and consistent attendance required.

Candidate Notes:

The above job description outlines the primary responsibilities of the role and is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities associated with the position.

This is an on-site position. The primary schedule is shift-based and requires flexibility for overtime, weekends, holidays, and adjusted schedules as needed to meet the safety, security, and operational needs of the organization.

Morgan Foods, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity 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.

Compensation: Commensurate with experience, training, and knowledge.

Benefits: Excellent, comprehensive benefit offering: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Long-Term Disability, Short-Term Disability, HSA and FSA options, Employee Assistance Program, Paid Time Off, 401(k) with company match, company events, and a great culture.