Maintenance Mechanic - Maintenance

Greif, Inc.; Lavonia (GA); On-site; USD 31,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits

Paid time off

Local benefits

Job summary

Greif, Inc. is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic to perform preventative maintenance, inspections, and basic repairs on industrial equipment in Lavonia, GA. You will diagnose issues, document work, and support installation or relocation of machinery while adhering to safety procedures.

Typical duties include using diagnostic tools, reading schematics and P&IDs, and coordinating with teams to ensure uptime. A high school diploma and 2–4 years of experience are expected.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Performs preventative maintenance in accordance with procedures.
• Inspects, lubricates, cleans, and tightens components; calibrates sensors and gauges.
• Runs diagnostic tests to assess condition and performance of machinery.
• Troubleshoots issues by testing and examining symptoms to locate causes.
• Determines materials and tools needed for repairs.
• Documents maintenance and repair work, including parts used.
• May assist in projects involving installation or relocation of equipment.
• Follows safety procedures and company guidelines.

Skills

Preventive maintenance

Diagnostic tools

Troubleshooting

Schematics/P&IDs

Documentation

Organization

Equipment install

Communication

Supervision awareness

Education

High School diploma (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.

Job Requisition #: 035572 Maintenance Mechanic - Maintenance (Open)

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 between 22.40 to 38.17. 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.

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 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.