Senior Manager -Maintenance

Greif; Indiana; On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Greif, a global leader in performance packaging, seeks a Senior Manager - Maintenance to oversee maintenance operations across facilities. You will lead a team, drive preventive programs, and coordinate equipment improvements to minimize downtime.

This role requires strategic direction and strong safety leadership in a manufacturing environment. Typical qualifications include a Bachelor's degree and 8–12 years of related experience, with deep knowledge of mechanical, electrical, instrumentation,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent with 8–12 years in maintenance leadership.
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing maintenance concepts and practices.
• Experience with mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, and computer systems.
• Proven project management and leadership abilities.
• Ability to troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues.
• Experience in lean manufacturing is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Possesses overall responsibility for continuous and efficient operation of the maintenance team within the facility(ies).
• Manages colleagues who are troubleshooting equipment to ensure equipment downtime does not lead to inefficiencies or catastrophic failures.
• Reviews daily productivity report and conducts daily visual inspections for mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, or hydraulic problems.
• Develops and implements preventive maintenance and machine improvement programs, utilizing lean manufacturing concepts, techniques, and processes.
• Procures replacement tools and parts for manufacturing operations, as needed.
• Oversees in-house design, fabrication and installation of equipment, and the training of colleagues on proper use.
• Implements strategic direction for maintenance team in alignment with company goals.
• Incorporates and ensures safety observances are met, including use of all PPE by colleagues, ensuring guards and safety features are working, and promoting good daily safety practices and habits, etc.
• Communicates goals and objectives and applies company policy. Staffs, trains, and coaches colleagues and ensures positive colleague relations. Reviews colleague performance, recommends salary increases, and administers discipline, when necessary.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Maintenance leadership

Troubleshooting

Project management

Mechanical knowledge

Electrical knowledge

Lean manufacturing

Team coaching

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

PLC systems

SCADA

CMMS

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 #

035594 Senior Manager -Maintenance (Open)

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

• Possesses overall responsibility for continuous and efficient operation of the maintenance team within the facility(ies).
• Manages colleagues who are troubleshooting equipment to ensure equipment downtime does not lead to inefficiencies or catastrophic failures.
• Reviews daily productivity report and conducts daily visual inspections for mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, or hydraulic problems.
• Develops and implements preventive maintenance and machine improvement programs, utilizing lean manufacturing concepts, techniques, and processes.
• Procures replacement tools and parts for manufacturing operations, as needed.
• Oversees in-house design, fabrication and installation of equipment, and the training of colleagues on proper use.
• Implements strategic direction for maintenance team in alignment with company goals.
• Incorporates and ensures safety observances are met, including use of all PPE by colleagues, ensuring guards and safety features are working, and promoting good daily safety practices and habits, etc.
• Communicates goals and objectives and applies company policy. Staffs, trains, and coaches colleagues and ensures positive colleague relations. Reviews colleague performance, recommends salary increases, and administers discipline, when necessary.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education And Experience

• Typically possesses a Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) and 8-12 years of relevant experience.

Knowledge And Skills

• Possesses comprehensive knowledge and in-depth understanding of manufacturing operations and maintenance concepts and practices.
• Possesses a technical knowledge of mechanical, electrical/electronic, instrumentation, and computer systems.
• Possesses experience with assembling and disassembling equipment.
• Demonstrates ability to troubleshoot mechanical and electrical problems.
• Demonstrates excellent project management and planning skills.
• Possesses strong problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrates excellent leadership skills and the ability to effectively manage a team.

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.