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About this Sr. Maintenance Mechanic-Steel role at Greif

Greif · Onsite · La Porte-TX-10850 Strang Rd

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: 

To Be the Advantage That Helps Our Customers Win.

 

OUR PURPOSE: 

Creating packaging solutions for life’s essentials. 

Job Requisition #:

034815 Sr. Maintenance Mechanic-Steel (Open)

Job Description:

WHY GREIF?

·         Health Insurance from Day 1: no waiting period, your medical, dental, and vision coverage starts immediately.

·         Award-Winning Workplace: Recognized with the 2024 and 2025 Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award for our commitment to our colleagues.

·         Generous Paid Time Off: Enjoy up to 80 hours of PTO plus paid holidays to rest, recharge, and do what matters most.

·         Retirement and Financial Security: Take advantage of our 401(k) and comprehensive disability coverage

·         Invest in Your Future: We offer tuition reimbursement for college courses and professional certifications to help you grow.

Key Responsibilities 

  • Ensures reliability of machinery and equipment by completing preventive maintenance on machinery and systems.
  • Performs tasks including, but not limited to, mechanical, electrical, PLC, pneumatic and hydraulic troubleshooting and repair of equipment.
  • Reads and interprets equipment manuals, diagrams, sketches, engineering specifications, and work orders to perform required maintenance and service.
  • Uses hand tools and measuring instruments to determine changes in dimensional requirements of parts.
  • Define mechanical clearance and tolerances between shaft, bearings and couplings.
  • Root cause analysis for major breakdowns on machines.
  • Assembles, installs, adjusts, and calibrates mechanical and electrical machinery and equipment. Dismantles, repairs, rebuilds, and replaces equipment and parts as needed. 
  • Adheres to all plant safety policies. Participates in plant-wide safety, housekeeping, Operational Excellence, and Lean Manufacturing programs.
  • Provides assistance and guidance to junior maintenance colleagues.
  • Performs other duties as assigned. 
  • Manage Work orders on eMaint platform to report all executed tasks on the machines.
  • Perform preventive maintenance and propose improvements in the actual way of executing the tasks.
  • Expert on pneumatic and hydraulic circuits, read and interpret circuits for troubleshooting and parts replacement.
  • Expert on different types of bearing, and their mechanical applications.
  • Rebuilt gearboxes and pneumatic clutches.
  • Replace Servo motors.

Education and Experience 

  • Typically possesses a high school diploma (or equivalent) or technical training (associate’s degree) in an industrial related field such us: Industrial Maintenance tech, Millwright or Mechatronics technician and 5+ years of relevant experience. 
     

Knowledge and Skills 

  • Demonstrates ability to select and operate appropriate hand, power and specialty tools and diagnostic equipment to complete job tasks.
  • Possesses an operational knowledge of automated industrial machinery, and electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
  • Demonstrates ability to read and interpret electrical and mechanical drawings and work orders.
  • Demonstrates strong problem-solving skills and the ability to effectively communicate issues and solutions to team members.
  • Demonstrates the ability to handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • Possesses the ability to troubleshoot, disassemble, and reassemble manufacturing equipment.
  • Demonstrates strong written and oral communication skills.
  • Demonstrates the ability to work effectively under limited supervision.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office suite and other relevant software.
  • Must be proficiency on written and speaking English, Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus.
  • Basic electrical knowledge (multimeter use): must be familiar with 480 VAC  3 phases motors, replace contactors, fuses breakers, etc.
  • Familiar with machine manual/drawings to execute preventive maintenance and order parts needed for corrective and preventive maintenance.
  • Ability to work under pressure.
  • Familiar with Maintenance concepts (Corrective, Predictive and preventive).
  • Experience working on Drum Manufacturing will be a plus.
  • Experience with CMMS Software.

At Greif, we believe that our colleagues are the center of our success. Our Total Rewards have a comprehensive focus on well-being and offer a competitive package that enables you to thrive, be engaged, and reach your full potential. 


Compensation Range:

The pay for this position is $39.34 per hour. The position may also be eligible for a short-term incentive.

Benefits Statement:

Greif offers a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive core benefits, paid time off, and a range of local benefits for eligible colleagues.

Protect Yourself From Scams: We value the integrity of our recruitment process and prioritize the well-being of our candidates. While you may find Greif job postings on various platforms, all legitimate opportunities can be verified on our official Careers page at www.greif.com. All communication from Greif regarding job opportunities will also come from an @greif.com email address. If you have concerns about the legitimacy of a job posting, receive an unsolicited job offer or suspect fraudulent activity, please contact us for verification via this link Contact Us - Greif.

EEO Statement:

https://www.greif.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/HR-101-Equal-Employment-Opportunity-Policy-English.pdf

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 other any other legally protected characteristic.

For more information read Greif’s Equal Opportunity Policy.

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About Greif

Founded in 1877, 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 demanding 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.

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