3rd Shift: Industrial Mechanic

Greif, Inc.; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 71,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision insurance

Company paid life/AD&D

STD/LTD insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Up to 80 hours vacation

Job summary

Greif, Inc. is seeking an experienced Industrial Mechanic for the 3rd shift in Milwaukee. You will troubleshoot, perform repairs, and maintain mechanical equipment to ensure safe, reliable operations.

The role emphasizes preventive maintenance, diagnostics, and strong documentation. Qualifications include a High School diploma (or equivalent) and 4+ years of experience, with the ability to read blueprints and P&IDs, mentor junior staff, and uphold safety standards.

Qualifications

• Requires High School diploma or equivalent and 4+ years of experience.
• Strong knowledge of preventive maintenance and diagnostic testing.
• Ability to read blueprints, schematics, and P&IDs.
• Good problem-solving and safety compliance.
• Ability to mentor junior mechanics.

Responsibilities

• Performs preventative maintenance per PM procedures.
• Inspects, lubricates, cleans parts, replaces components, calibrates sensors.
• Runs diagnostic tests to assess condition and performance.
• Develops repair lists and prioritizes short/long-term fixes.
• Troubleshoots issues and diagnoses complex mechanical problems.
• Determines parts and tools needed for advanced repairs and overhauls.
• Documents maintenance and repair activities; records parts used and work performed.
• Mentors junior mechanics and shares best practices.
• Maintains inventory and stock levels; processes orders.

Skills

Preventive maintenance

Diagnostic testing

Troubleshooting

Blueprints & P&IDs

Mentoring juniors

Documentation

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

4+ years experience

Job description

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 #: 035197

3rd Shift: Industrial Mechanic (Open)

ROLE OVERVIEW

Experienced colleague who assists with troubleshooting, performing minor to moderate repairs, and maintaining mechanical equipment and machinery.

GREAT BENEFITS

• Health, dental, vision insurance effective day one! Greif pays 75% of health premiums.
• Company paid life/AD&D insurance, STD/LTD insurance, EAP.
• Many other company paid benefits!
• Enjoy up to 80 hours of vacation to rest, recharge, and do what matters most.

Greif is recognized with the 2025 Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award for our commitment to our colleagues.

Required Shift: 3rd Shift: 10:30pm - 6:30am

Pay Range Based on Experience: $34.35 - $40.99 per hour

Pay Differential: $1.75/hr

Compensation Range: The pay range for this position is $24.18 - $41.20 annually. Typically, a competitive wage for new hires will fall between34.35 to40.99. Offers for this position may vary based on market data and other factors such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and geographic location. If the competitive wage is equal in both fields, the starting rate is the same for all applicants that apply for this role. The starting rate is not representative of future compensation increases. The position may also be eligible for a short-term incentive.

Key Responsibilities

• Performs preventative maintenance in accordance with preventative maintenance procedures.
• Performs visual inspections, checks fluid levels, lubricates, and cleans parts, tightens, and adjusts components, replaces parts, calibrates sensors and gauges.
• Performs diagnostic tests on machinery and equipment to assess condition, performance, and functionality.
• Develops repair lists and identifies short-term and long-term repairs so that machines run correctly.
• Troubleshoots issues by analyzing symptoms and diagnosing complex mechanical issues.
• Determines materials, replacement parts, and tools/parts needed to perform advanced repairs and overhauls of machinery, including replacing critical components and rebuilding systems.
• Documents maintenance and repair activities, including recording parts used and work performed.
• May provide recommendations for equipment upgrades and preventative maintenance.
• Proactively inspects and maintains tools and equipment used in the workshop, ensuring they're in good working condition.
• May mentor less experienced technicians on proper care techniques to ensure long-term tool reliability and efficiency.
• Keeps supplies ready by inventorying stock, placing replacement orders, and receiving and verifying against receipt.
• May suggest adjustments based on usage patterns.
• Participates in projects involving the installation, modification, or relocation of machinery and equipment.
• Provides guidance on technical specifications and safety protocols.
• Follows technical documents, diagrams, sketches, operations manuals, manufacturer's instructions, blueprints, schematics, Process and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs).
• Provides input/feedback for continuous improvements and changes.
• Works with team on root cause problem solving.
• Completes all paperwork associated with role, including but not limited to work orders, parts request forms, RCA reports, PM inspection sheets, runtime inspection sheets, downtime reports.
• Mentors junior mechanics.
• Serves as subject matter resource to junior colleagues.
• Promotes, complies, and ensures operations and company safety procedures and practices are followed.
• Recommends new policies and procedures.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience

Typically possesses High School diploma (or equivalent) and 4 or more years of experience.

Knowledge & Skills

• Advanced knowledge of preventive maintenance procedures and diagnostic testing.
• Expertise in troubleshooting complex issues and performing advanced repairs.
• Ability to interpret and apply technical documents, blueprints, schematics, and P&IDs.
• Skill in documenting repairs, recommending upgrades, and supporting improvements.
• Ability to mentor junior mechanics and model best practices in equipment care.
• Organizational skills to manage supplies and adjust inventory practices.
• Experience supporting equipment installations, modifications, and relocations.
• Problem-solving skills to support root cause analysis and long-term solutions.
• Commitment to safety compliance and promoting safe work practices.

At Greif, your work has purpose, colleagues care about your well-being, and you have the opportunity to grow and thrive. Service and leadership are the core of everything we do. Our global presence provides us a platform to do good in the world.

Equal Opportunities

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 legally protected characteristic. For more information read Greif’s Equal Opportunity Policy.

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.