Greif · 1 day ago
Automation Maintenance Specialist — Controls & Instrumentation
Kernersville, NC
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$30.02/hr - $30.02/hr
2+ years expGreif is a global leader in industrial packaging with 200+ sites across 30+ countries. The Automation Maintenance Specialist will be responsible for performing maintenance on automated equipment, diagnosing issues, and mentoring junior technicians.
IndustrialManufacturing
Responsibilities
Plan and perform preventive maintenance to safeguard uptime and quality
Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and PLC issues across automated equipment
Program, adjust, and troubleshoot PLC/HMI platforms (Allen-Bradley, Siemens) to enhance throughput and stability
Read and apply manuals, diagrams, sketches, engineering specs, and work orders
Measure, align, assemble, install, calibrate, rebuild, and replace components and systems
Lead by example in safety; engage in housekeeping, Operational Excellence, and Lean efforts
Guide less-experienced colleagues; take on additional tasks as needed
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or equivalent; technical schooling valued
Around 2–3 years of industrial/manufacturing maintenance experience or comparable training
Comfort with hand/power/specialty tools and diagnostic instruments
Knowledge of automated industrial machinery and electro-hydraulic/pneumatic systems
Fluent in reading electrical/mechanical prints and executing work orders
Effective communicator with strong problem-solving skills; calm under shifting priorities
Ability to independently troubleshoot, disassemble, and reassemble production equipment
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and related software; strong written and verbal communication
Preferred
Certifications and/or a related associate degree preferred
Preferred background: 3+ years in PLC/HMI config and programming; control circuit analysis/design/troubleshooting; software and hardware diagnostics; high-voltage maintenance; and mechanical/hydraulic/pneumatic repairs
Benefits
Medical
Dental
PTO
Other competitive benefits
Company
Greif
Greif is an industrial packaging products and services.
10001+ employees
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Funding
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unknown1996-03-08IPO
Leadership Team
Ole Rosgaard
President & CEO
Dennis Hoffman
Senior Vice President, General Counsel and Secretary
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