Maintenance Mechanic

greif; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 47,000 - 79,000; Full time

Job summary

Greif in Charlotte, NC is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic to perform preventative maintenance, diagnostics, and repairs on machinery in a safety-focused environment.

The role emphasizes accurate documentation, collaboration with senior mechanics, and strict adherence to procedures, with a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• High School diploma (or equivalent) with 2–4 years of experience.
• Ability to perform preventive maintenance and inspections.
• Proficient with diagnostic tools.
• Experience reading technical documents, schematics, blueprints, and P&IDs.
• Strong documentation and record-keeping skills.
• Organizational skills to manage tools, supplies, and parts.
• Ability to support equipment installation and relocation.
• Effective communication with team members and safety adherence.

Responsibilities

• Performs preventative maintenance, visual inspections, and component adjustments.
• Diagnostics tests to assess condition and functionality of equipment.
• Troubleshoots issues, orders parts, and performs repairs.
• Documents work orders, parts used, and RCA or PM reports.
• Monitors tool/equipment condition and inventories stock.
• Supports installation or relocation projects as needed.
• Follows safety procedures and company policies.

Skills

Preventive maintenance

Diagnostics tools

Troubleshooting

P&IDs/blueprints

Documentation

Tool inventory

Communication

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma

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 #:

035175 Maintenance Mechanic (Open)

Job Description:

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.
• Troubleshoots issues by conducting tests, examining symptoms, and using diagnostic tools to pinpoint causes. Determines materials, replacement parts, and tools/parts needed to perform minor to moderate repairs.
• Documents maintenance and repair activities, including recording parts used and work performed. May provide recommendations for future repairs or adjustments.
• Proactively inspects and maintains tools and equipment used in the workshop, ensuring they're in good working condition.
• Keeps supplies ready by inventorying stock, placing replacement orders, and receiving and verifying against receipt. May request replenishments for commonly used items.
• Assists with or participates in projects involving the installation, modification, or relocation of machinery and equipment.
• Follows technical documents, diagrams, sketches, operations manuals, manufacturer's instructions, blueprints, schematics, Process and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs).
• Provides feedback on ongoing issues.
• 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.
• Follows guidance from more senior level mechanics. May assist more junior level mechanics with routine questions.
• Follows the operations and company safety procedures and practices.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience

Typically possesses High School diploma (or equivalent) and 2-4 years of experience.

Knowledge & Skills

• Ability to perform preventive maintenance and equipment inspections.
• Skill in using diagnostic tools to assess performance and functionality.
• Troubleshooting ability to identify root causes and perform moderate repairs.
• Knowledge of technical documents, schematics, blueprints, and P&IDs.
• Accuracy in documenting repairs and recommending future maintenance.
• Organizational skills to manage tools, supplies, and replacement parts.
• Capability to support equipment installation, modification, and relocation.
• Communication skills to share feedback and assist junior mechanics.
• Works well under general guidance while following safety and operating procedures.
• Commitment to cleanliness, safety, and compliance with procedures.

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 $22.40 - $38.17 annually. Typically, a competitive wage for new hires will fall between28.00 to31.00. 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.

Benefits Statement:

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