Job Requisition #: 035798 Multi-Craft Maintenance Technician (Open)
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 Description:
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on paper tube manufacturing equipment, including spiral winders, saws, core cutters, conveyors, and unwind systems.
- Troubleshoot and repair mechanical systems including bearings, gearboxes, shafts, chains, sprockets, belts, pulleys, and cutting systems.
- Perform welding and fabrication projects to repair, modify, and improve production equipment.
- Fabricate machine guards, brackets, supports, chutes, frames, and other components as needed.
- Install, align, repair, and rebuild production equipment and machinery.
- Troubleshoot and repair pneumatic systems and perform basic hydraulic repairs.
- Replace and align motors, drive components, and power transmission equipment.
- Use hand tools, power tools, cutting torches, grinders, and welding equipment safely and effectively.
- Read and interpret mechanical drawings, blueprints, equipment manuals, and basic electrical schematics.
- Troubleshoot basic electrical systems including motors, motor starters, relays, sensors, limit switches, and control circuits.
- Assist with equipment installations, plant improvement projects, and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Work closely with production personnel to minimize downtime and improve equipment reliability.
- Maintain accurate maintenance records using maintenance management software.
- Follow all safety procedures, including lockout/tagout, machine guarding, hot work permits, and confined space requirements.
Required Qualifications:
- High school diploma or GED; technical training in Industrial Maintenance, Welding, Mechanical Technology, or a related field preferred.
- Minimum of 3 years of maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment.
- Strong mechanical troubleshooting and repair skills.
- Demonstrated welding and fabrication experience.
- Experience repairing and maintaining conveyors, gearboxes, bearings, chains, sprockets, and production machinery.
- Experience with pneumatic systems and basic hydraulics.
- Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, blueprints, and equipment manuals.
- Basic knowledge of industrial electrical systems, motors, starters, sensors, and control circuits.
- Ability to safely operate welders, torches, grinders, drills, and common maintenance tools.
- Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience in paper converting, paper tube manufacturing, packaging, or similar industrial environments.
- Strong MIG and stick welding skills.
- Experience fabricating and installing equipment modifications and improvements.
- Experience rebuilding industrial production equipment.
- Familiarity with maintenance management systems (CMMS).
- Basic PLC troubleshooting experience.
- Experience participating in reliability or continuous improvement initiatives.
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, and climb ladders throughout the shift.
- Ability to work in elevated areas, tight spaces, and around moving machinery.
- Ability to perform physical maintenance tasks in an industrial manufacturing environment.
Work Environment:
This position works in an industrial paper converting facility and may be exposed to:
- Paper dust and fibers
- Adhesives and manufacturing chemicals
- Moving machinery and mechanical equipment
- Noise and varying temperatures
- Welding and fabrication activities
Overtime, weekend work, and emergency call-ins may be required based on production and maintenance needs.
Key Competencies:
- Strong mechanical troubleshooting skills
- Welding and fabrication expertise
- Equipment repair and rebuilding experience
- Preventive maintenance mindset
- Ability to diagnose and solve equipment reliability issues
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Safety-first attitude
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Benefits:
- Hourly pay $29.23
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with company match up to 3%
- Paid time off and holidays
- Career advancement opportunities
- Ongoing technical and maintenance training
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