Maintenance Manager

Greif is a global leader in performance packaging located in 40 countries. The company delivers trusted, innovative, and tailored solutions that support some of the world's most in demand and fastest-growing industries.  

With a commitment to legendary customer service, operational excellence, and global sustainability, Greif packages life's essentials - and creates lasting value for its colleagues, customers, and other stakeholders.  

Learn more about the company's Customized Polymer, Sustainable Fiber, Durable Metal, and Integrated Solutions at www.greif.com and follow Greif on Instagram and LinkedIn. 

OUR VISION: 

Being the customer service company in the world. 

OUR PURPOSE: 

Creating packaging solutions for life’s essentials. 

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Job Description:

Job Summary: Supervises large maintenance teams responsible for the repair and maintenance of manufacturing facilities and equipment. Responsible for and/or performs preventive maintenance and repairs on electrical and mechanical equipment and systems. May fabricate replacement tools and parts for manufacturing operations. Plans and prioritizes work orders and schedules repair and maintenance activities to minimize production downtime and disruptions. Troubleshoots and diagnoses difficult problems and recommends equipment improvements to improve availability, capability, and yield. Implements departmental policies and strategy. Typically possesses a Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) and 8-12 years of relevant experience.

Key Responsibilities 

• Possesses overall responsibility for continuous and efficient operation of the maintenance team within the facility.
• Responsible for and/or performs preventive maintenance and repairs on electrical and mechanical equipment and systems
• Manages colleagues who are troubleshooting equipment to ensure equipment downtime does not lead to inefficiencies or catastrophic failures.
• Reviews daily productivity report and conducts daily visual inspections for mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, or hydraulic problems.
• Develops and implements preventive maintenance and machine improvement programs, utilizing lean manufacturing concepts, techniques, and processes.
• Procures replacement tools and parts for manufacturing operations, as needed.
• Oversees in-house design, fabrication and installation of equipment, and the training of colleagues on proper use.
• Implements strategic direction for maintenance team in alignment with company goals.
• Incorporates and ensures safety observances are met, including use of all PPE by colleagues, ensuring guards and safety features are working, and promoting good daily safety practices and habits, etc.
• Communicates goals and objectives and applies company policy. Staffs, trains, and coaches colleagues and ensures positive colleague relations. Reviews colleague performance, recommends salary increases, and administers discipline, when necessary.
• Performs other duties as assigned. 

Education and Experience 

• Typically possesses a Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) and 8-12 years of relevant experience. 
• Direct experience or exposure with Collective Bargaining Agreements (CBAs), managing union grievances, and adhering to strict seniority-based work rules is a plus. Must be comfortable balancing labor union contracts with plant safety regulations and operational efficiency.

Knowledge and Skills 

• Possesses comprehensive knowledge and in-depth understanding of manufacturing operations and maintenance concepts and practices.
• Possesses a technical knowledge of mechanical, electrical/electronic, instrumentation, and computer systems. PLC troubleshooting (Programming a plus)
• Possesses experience with assembling and disassembling equipment.
• Demonstrates ability to troubleshoot mechanical and electrical problems.
• Demonstrates excellent project management and planning skills.
• Possesses strong problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrates excellent leadership skills and the ability to effectively manage a team.

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Compensation Range:

The pay range for this position is $103,900.00 - $176,800.00. Typically, a competitive wage for new hires will fall between $120,000.00 to $140,000.00. Offers for this position may vary based on market data and other factors such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and geographic location. The position may also be eligible for a short-term incentive.

Benefits Statement:

Greif offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, paid time off, and other competitive benefits which are available for eligible colleagues effective day one.

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EEO Statement:

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We offer a competitive salary, excellent benefits and opportunity for growth. Greif is an equal opportunity employer. We will not discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of sex, race, religion, age, national origin, color, disability, veteran status or any otherany other legally protected characteristic.

For more information read Greif’s Equal Opportunity Policy.