Maintenance Leader

Greif; Carolina (PR); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits

Job summary

Greif is seeking a Maintenance Leader to oversee the San Juan plant's preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance programs. You will drive autonomous maintenance, lead a high-performing team, and collaborate with operations and suppliers to improve equipment reliability and safety.

Ideal candidates have an engineering degree, 1–2 years in similar production roles, and familiarity with ISO 9001:2015. Strong technical English is preferred.

Qualifications

• Advanced or completed university degree in Mechanical/Electrical/Electromechanical/Industrial engineering or related field.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and monitor preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance programs.
• Lead autonomous maintenance and TPM/TPS aligned activities.
• Reduce downtime by enhancing equipment performance with external vendors as needed.
• Review maintenance KPIs and drive action plans.
• Support Lean/OPEX initiatives and continuous improvement across the facility.

Skills

Mechanical knowledge

Electrical systems

Hydraulic systems

Pneumatic systems

Automated systems

Quality management

Safety & compliance

Team leadership

English communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

eMaint CMMS

AutoCAD

Power Studio

Microsoft Office

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 #

033463 Maintenance Leader (Open)

Job Description

The Maintenance Manager is responsible for leading maintenance activities for the San Juan plant and ensuring equipment, machines, and critical systems operate safely, efficiently, and reliably. This role drives preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance programs, supports Lean/OPEX initiatives, and helps build a high-performing maintenance team aligned with TPM and TPS principles. The position works closely with plant leadership, operations, and external suppliers to improve equipment performance, reduce downtime, and support continuous improvement across the facility.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and monitor preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance programs.
• Establish and support autonomous maintenance programs.
• Lead maintenance activities that support Lean/OPEX goals and improve plant performance.
• Conduct technical analysis to ensure maintenance plans are appropriate for optimal machine performance.
• Manage supplier and service provider contracts with a focus on cost and quality optimization.
• Track execution of preventive maintenance plans and ensure follow-through by the maintenance team.
• Resolve technical issues directly or through external vendors as needed.
• Implement technical improvements related to safety, quality, operations, and production efficiency.
• Review maintenance KPIs monthly and lead related action plans.
• Lead and develop the maintenance team through feedback, evaluations, and performance management.
• Manage critical and non-critical spare parts to ensure equipment continuity and minimize downtime.
• Perform or supervise lockout/tagout activities for equipment interventions.
• Maintain accurate maintenance and management system records in line with procedures.
• Reduce mold and model changeover time on blow molding and injection equipment using SMED principles.
• Ensure a safe, clean, and organized work environment by following all safety and hygiene procedures.
• Support and follow up on corrective actions related to the maintenance area.
• Maintain critical environmental equipment.
• Help prevent leaks, failures, and unplanned breakdowns.
• Record significant maintenance interventions and technical issues.

Education and Experience

• Advanced or completed university degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Electromechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
• 1-2 years of experience in similar roles within continuous production environments, preferably in the plastics industry.
• Experience working with quality management systems.
• Knowledge of ISO 9001:2015 standards preferred.
• Intermediate technical English, both written and spoken, is preferred but not required.

Knowledge and Skills

• Knowledge of hydraulic systems.
• Knowledge of pneumatic systems.
• Knowledge of automated systems.
• Knowledge of mechanical systems.
• Knowledge of electrical systems.
• Understanding of maintenance systems and processes.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Experience with maintenance software such as eMaint is preferred.
• AutoCAD knowledge is preferred.
• Power Studio knowledge is preferred.
• Strong teamwork, leadership, and communication skills.
• Good problem-solving and decision-making ability.
• Ability to drive process discipline, operational excellence, and continuous improvement.
• Strong focus on safety, quality, and compliance.
• Ability to build team capability and support high-performance team development.

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.

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.