Maintenance Manager

Greif; Saint Francis (WI); On-site; USD 94,000 - 161,000; Full time

Job summary

Greif in St. Francis, Wisconsin, is seeking a hands-on Maintenance Manager to lead a small team and keep critical equipment running at the Steel & Poly Manufacturing facility.

You’ll troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic systems, plan preventive maintenance, and drive improvements to reduce downtime while mentoring 2–3 maintenance colleagues. This full-time role offers a Monday–Friday schedule, competitive pay range of $94,400 to $160,700 per year, and a comprehensive

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum of 6 years of maintenance leadership experience in manufacturing.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and hands‑on troubleshooting.
• Knowledge of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
• Experience with preventive maintenance and reliability initiatives.
• Ability to assemble, disassemble, troubleshoot, and repair equipment.
• Strong problem-solving, planning, and organizational skills.
• Continuous improvement mindset with emphasis on uptime.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support a small team responsible for maintaining and repairing manufacturing equipment and facility systems.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic equipment issues.
• Plan and prioritize maintenance activities to minimize downtime and disruptions.
• Develop and improve preventive maintenance programs and reliability initiatives.
• Perform and support repairs on equipment as needed.
• Identify recurring issues and recommend practical improvements.
• Coordinate parts, tools, and resources to support operations.
• Support equipment installation, fabrication, and modifications as needed.
• Coach and develop maintenance colleagues with clear priorities.
• Promote safe work practices and ensure guarding is maintained.
• Collaborate with production to ensure safe, efficient operations.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Maintenance leadership

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Continuous improvement

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

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 #:

035498 Maintenance Manager (Open)

Job Description:

Maintenance Manager

Location: St. Francis, Wisconsin
Schedule: Full-Time | Monday – Friday | 6:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Facility: Steel & Poly Manufacturing
Team: 2–3 Maintenance Colleagues

Lead the Team. Keep Equipment Running. Drive Improvements

Greif is seeking a hands-on Maintenance Manager to lead maintenance activities at our Steel & Poly manufacturing facility in St. Francis, Wisconsin.

This role is ideal for an experienced maintenance professional who enjoys working alongside a small team, troubleshooting equipment, solving problems, and improving equipment reliability. With a team of just 2–3 maintenance colleagues, this manager will be close to the day-to-day operation and have the opportunity to make a direct impact on plant performance.

What You’ll Do

• Lead and support a small team responsible for maintaining and repairing manufacturing equipment and facility systems.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic equipment issues.
• Plan and prioritize maintenance activities to minimize downtime and production disruptions.
• Develop and improve preventive maintenance programs and equipment reliability initiatives.
• Perform and support repairs on mechanical and electrical equipment as needed.
• Identify recurring equipment issues and recommend practical improvements.
• Coordinate replacement parts, tools, and other resources needed to support manufacturing operations.
• Support equipment fabrication, installation, and modifications as needed.
• Coach and develop maintenance colleagues while setting clear priorities and expectations.
• Promote safe work practices and ensure equipment safety features and guarding are properly maintained.
• Partner with production and other plant teams to support safe, efficient operations.

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
• Minimum of 6 years of relevant maintenance leadership experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with hands‑on troubleshooting experience.
• Working knowledge of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
• Experience with preventive maintenance and equipment reliability.
• Ability to assemble, disassemble, troubleshoot, and repair manufacturing equipment.
• Strong problem-solving, planning, and organizational skills.
• Continuous improvement mindset with a focus on reducing downtime and improving equipment performance.

Why This Role Matters

This is an opportunity to make a visible impact in a hands‑on maintenance leadership role. You’ll work closely with a small team and plant operations to keep equipment running reliably, reduce downtime, solve recurring problems, and continuously improve how maintenance gets done.

Why Greif

At Greif, we are committed to safety, operational excellence, continuous improvement, and developing our people. If you’re a hands‑on maintenance leader who enjoys troubleshooting equipment, developing people, and finding practical ways to improve reliability, we’d like to hear from you.

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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 $94,400.00 - $160,700.00 annually. Typically, a competitive wage for new hires will fall between94,400.00 to96,000.00 annually. 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 competitive core benefits, paid time off, and a range of local benefits for eligible colleagues.

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.