Greif

Maintenance Supervisor

Greif$73K — $125K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Industrial Technology, Maintenance Management, or related field, or equivalent experience.
  • 4+ years of relevant maintenance, manufacturing, or industrial experience, especially in leading maintenance teams.
  • Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving capabilities.
  • Working knowledge of mechanical, electrical, electronic, pneumatic, hydraulic, and computer-controlled systems.
  • Proven experience in diagnosing and resolving mechanical and electrical equipment issues.

Responsibilities

  • Lead daily maintenance activities for plant equipment and facility systems.
  • Manage maintenance schedules and repair priorities to enhance production goals.
  • Implement equipment upgrades and process improvements to boost operational capability.
  • Conduct equipment failure analysis and root cause investigations for downtimes.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve complex mechanical and electrical issues.
  • Gather and analyze maintenance data to recommend improvements to leadership.
  • Ensure compliance with safety protocols and operational policies.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical and dental coverage.
  • Paid time off from day one.
  • Additional competitive benefits available for eligible colleagues.
Full Job Description
Job Requisition #:
034380 Maintenance Supervisor (Open)

Job Description:

The Maintenance Supervisor leads the plant's maintenance function to support safe, reliable, and efficient operations. This role is responsible for planning, directing, and improving preventive and corrective maintenance activities across production equipment and facility systems. The Maintenance Supervisor helps maximize equipment uptime, performance, and product quality by driving effective maintenance programs, troubleshooting complex issues, and partnering closely with operations and Operational Excellence on continuous improvement and lean manufacturing initiatives. This role may also support site safety and environmental programs to ensure compliance and reinforce a strong safety culture.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Lead and coordinate daily maintenance activities, including preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance for plant equipment and facility systems.
  • Own maintenance schedules and repair priorities to support production goals, equipment reliability, and operational efficiency.
  • Develop, recommend, and implement equipment upgrades and process improvements to increase availability, capability, and yield.
  • Perform and oversee equipment failure analysis, root cause investigation, and follow-up corrective actions for both planned and unplanned downtime.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve complex mechanical, electrical, and control system issues, including infrequent or recurring equipment problems.
  • Evaluate equipment modifications, collect and analyze maintenance and performance data, and communicate findings and recommendations to plant leadership.
  • Develop, update, and maintain equipment maintenance procedures, standards, and work instructions as needed.
  • Coordinate the procurement of replacement parts, tools, and maintenance supplies to support manufacturing operations and minimize downtime.
  • Support the design, fabrication, installation, and startup of new or modified equipment; may obtain vendor quotes and coordinate contractor support as needed.
  • Train and coach maintenance and operations colleagues on proper equipment operation, care, and basic troubleshooting practices.
  • Promote and enforce safe work practices, including proper use of PPE, machine guarding, lockout/tagout, and verification of safety devices and features.
  • Help ensure compliance with company safety, environmental, and operational policies, procedures, and standards.
  • Set day-to-day priorities and operational objectives for the maintenance team, monitor execution, and ensure work is completed effectively and safely.
  • Partner with Operations and Operational Excellence to support lean manufacturing, waste reduction, reliability improvement, and other continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience:
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Industrial Technology, Maintenance Management, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Typically requires 4+ years of relevant maintenance, manufacturing, or industrial experience, including experience leading maintenance activities or teams.

Knowledge and Skills:
  • Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
  • Working knowledge of mechanical, electrical, electronic, instrumentation, pneumatic, hydraulic, and computer-controlled systems.
  • Experience with installation, assembly, disassembly, repair, and maintenance of industrial equipment.
  • Ability to diagnose and resolve both mechanical and electrical equipment issues in a manufacturing environment.
  • Strong planning, organization, and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
  • Ability to analyze equipment and maintenance data to identify trends and drive improvements.
  • Effective communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work cross-functionally with maintenance, operations, engineering, and leadership teams.
  • Demonstrated leadership ability, including coaching, directing work, and reinforcing accountability and safe work practices.


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 range for this position is $73,700.00 - $125,300.00. Typically, a competitive wage for new hires will fall between $95,000.00 to $105,000.00. 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.

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 [redacted].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.

About Greif

Greif is a global leader in industrial packaging products and services. The company produces steel, plastic, fibre, flexible, corrugated, and reconditioned containers, intermediate bulk containers, containerboard, and packaging accessories, and provides filling, packaging, and industrial packaging reconditioning services for a wide range of industries. Greif operates in over 40 countries and has over 200 operating locations worldwide. The company was founded in 1877 and is headquartered in Delaware, Ohio.
Learn more about Greif
Size
16,000 employees
Market Cap
$3.3 billion
Industry
Net Income
$99.9 million
Founded
1877
5 Year Trend
+11.8%
Revenue
$4.5 billion
NASDAQ

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