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Our Culture

We are a tight-knit team that thrives on empowering our colleagues and working together to provide the best customer service possible.

Our Commitment to Our Colleagues

Wellbeing matters here. We aspire to foster a culture of purpose and well-being that will support our colleagues to be their best self at home and at work.

To stay competitive and to show our commitment to our colleagues, we continually evaluate our benefits and associated policies. While eligibility and availability of benefits and policies vary by region and country, some examples of Greif’s benefit offerings include the following:

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Health & Medical Coverage

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Dental & Vision

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Paid Leave

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Short-term & Long-term Disability

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Sick/Parental leave

401k

Retirement

What We Offer

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Our Safety First Culture is About Engagement.

We think safety in every situation. Zero Harm is about each of us finishing the day safe and happy. Going home better than we arrived. Together, let’s commit to Zero Harm. 

We protect our colleagues’ right to work in a safe and accident-free environment. 

health and safety

We are packaging something special together: our customers’ success and yours.
 
At Greif, we create packaging solutions for life’s essentials. We make moments happen. The delicious, necessary, or fun products end-users delight in or rely on come to the global community in Greif packaging.

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Through process, materials and manufacturing innovations, we work in collaboration with our stakeholders to reduce the environmental impact of our products and work towards a more circular economy.

Alliance to End Plastic Waste

In 2021, Greif joined the board of the Alliance to End Plastic Waste (AEPW) to expand our commitment to reducing waste and promoting a circular economy. Since 2019, the Alliance to End Plastic Waste has rallied around 90 member companies, project partners, allies and supporters committed to ending plastic waste in the environment. 

Greif participates in various work streams through this partnership, including Design for Circularity and Advanced Recovery & Recycling. We aim to bring the industrial packaging perspective to the group and partner with customers and other organizations to bolster our circular economy strategy. For more information about this partnership, please visit the Waste section of our sustainability report *need link*. 

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Our foundational principles that guide our business and the standards we hold for ourselves, customers, shareholders and suppliers.

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At Greif, we create packaging solutions for life’s essentials. That common purpose, combined with our vision to be the best performing customer service company in the world, binds our global colleagues and motivates us to perform at our best.

well-being

We are packaging something special together: our customers’ success and yours.
 
At Greif, we create packaging solutions for life’s essentials. We make moments happen. The delicious, necessary, or fun products end-users delight in or rely on come to the global community in Greif packaging.

sustainability

Through process, materials and manufacturing innovations, we work in collaboration with our stakeholders to reduce the environmental impact of our products and work towards a more circular economy.

Alliance to End Plastic Waste

In 2021, Greif joined the board of the Alliance to End Plastic Waste (AEPW) to expand our commitment to reducing waste and promoting a circular economy. Since 2019, the Alliance to End Plastic Waste has rallied around 90 member companies, project partners, allies and supporters committed to ending plastic waste in the environment. 

Greif participates in various work streams through this partnership, including Design for Circularity and Advanced Recovery & Recycling. We aim to bring the industrial packaging perspective to the group and partner with customers and other organizations to bolster our circular economy strategy. For more information about this partnership, please visit the Waste section of our sustainability report. 

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Our foundational principles that guide our business and the standards we hold for ourselves, customers, shareholders and suppliers.

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At Greif, we create packaging solutions for life’s essentials. That common purpose, combined with our vision to be the best performing customer service company in the world, binds our global colleagues and motivates us to perform at our best.

Early Career Development

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Greif
Scholarship Program

This program, for children of full-time Greif colleagues, is administered by Scholarship Management Services, a division of Scholarship America. Since 2007, 276 students from around the world have received Greif-sponsored scholarships.

Greif Scholarship Program

This program, for children of full-time Greif colleagues, is administered by Scholarship Management Services, a division of Scholarship America. Scholarship Management Services is the nation's largest designer and manager of scholarship and tuition reimbursement programs for corporations, foundations, associations and individuals. Awards are granted regardless of race, color, creed, religion, sexual orientation, gender, disability or national origin. Scholarship Management Services make the selection of recipients. In no circumstance does any officer or colleague of Greif play a part in the selection. Since 2007, 276 students from around the world have received Greif-sponsored scholarships.

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HR
Academy

The HR Academy is a 24-month program comprised of 3-4 rotations of 6-9 months each. The rotations span multiple areas of the HR Organization and include both regional and global experiences.

HR
Academy

The HR Academy is a 24-month program comprised of 3-4 rotations of 6-9 months each. The rotations span multiple areas of the HR Organization and include both regional and global experiences. This development program is built upon the 70/20/10 model of Experience, Relationships, and Education, respectively. It allows opportunity for international collaboration, cross-business and cross-functional visibility; and the creation of a global network of professional peers. At the conclusion of the program, the Academy graduate will be placed into a full-time position within one of the areas of the Human Resources function. Objective: To create and develop the next generation of HR leaders with a diverse set of capabilities and experiences. These leaders will support the HR mission of creating a world class, diverse and engaged workforce to deliver on Greif’s strategic priorities.

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We are packaging something special together: our customers’ success and yours.

At Greif, we create packaging solutions for life’s essentials. We make moments happen. The delicious, necessary, or fun products end-users delight in or rely on come to the global community in Greif packaging.

Engaging and Developing our Colleagues

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At Greif, we believe our strength lies in our people. We continue to achieve unparalleled engagement and development milestones, including record-high completion rates for Performance Development Reviews and exceptional scores in our annual Colleague Engagement Survey. Recognition by Newsweek as one of the Most Loved Workplaces globally and our Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award underscores our dedication to further enhancing our workplace culture and our commitment to excellence and innovation.

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At Greif, we believe that learning and development are the cornerstones of both personal and professional success. That’s why we created Greif University (GU)—our global learning platform dedicated to helping you grow and achieve your career goals. GU brings together over 20,000 learning experiences, making it the central hub for career development across our global workforce. Whether you’re just starting your journey or you’ve already gained years of experience, GU offers opportunities to expand your skills, explore new areas of interest, and advance your career. Our offerings cover a wide range of topics, including Customer ServiceEnvironmental Health & SafetyLeadership DevelopmentBusiness Systems, and much more. No matter where you are in your career path, GU provides the tools you need to succeed.

Through innovative programs and technology-enabled learning, we make it easy for you to access world-class resources tailored to your unique needs, no matter where you are in the world. If you can’t find the solutions you need in our expansive library of content, the Greif Global Learning and Development team will help source or develop the content that fits your specific needs.

One of our standout programs is Lead to Last, a leadership development initiative focused on the principles of servant leadership. We believe that the best leaders are those who prioritize the growth, well-being, and empowerment of their teams. Lead to Last offers a 12-week, cohort-based program designed to teach inclusive, values-driven leadership. Available in multiple languages, this program has already helped over 1,000 global leaders improve their leadership style and impact their teams.

The Global Learning and Development team is continuously expanding and evolving our offerings to ensure they remain relevant and impactful ensuring that our learning experiences are aligned with both the needs of our colleagues and the growth of our business. Whether you’re sharpening existing skills or looking to explore new areas, GU is here to help you reach your full potential.

Join us at Greif, and let’s package learning together for a brighter, more successful future.

Greif Colleague

We support our colleagues in developing their skills and building rewarding and enriching careers. We’re committed to providing you with opportunities to learn, grow and discover new possibilities for career fulfillment.

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Training and development are integral aspects of our development strategies. In 2021, we launched Greif University, and in 2022, we expanded our offerings of strategic learning topics such as the Greif Business System, compliance and leadership development.

Through Greif University, we continued our Know and Grow with Greif program: a global offering of monthly instructor-led presentations. Greif University enables us to integrate compliance and code of conduct training better and provide ease of access to relevant and engaging learning for our colleagues. When needed, we incorporate regional training programs to supplement global training.

We utilize Greif University alongside LinkedIn Learning to track required training information to ensure compliance with internal policies and applicable regulations. Since implementing Greif University, we have seen increased learning material utilization and higher completion rates

Greif colleagues

In 2022, we debuted our Lead to Last program, Greif’s Global Leadership Development Framework. This program, offered through Greif University, provides all global leaders with a unified model for leadership expectations, with cohorts launching every month. This training is conducted in 12-week cycles where participants focus on inclusive, safety and values-driven leadership. Currently, training is offered in English, Spanish, Chinese and Portuguese.

greif university

In 2021, we launched Greif University, our training platform with over 100 different strategic learning offerings. Greif University serves as a unified place where all employees can go for development.

We offer hundreds of thousands of courses and learning modules in different categories, including Customer Service Excellence, Environmental Health & Safety and Leadership & Professional Development.

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Greif seeks to maintain an ongoing performance dialogue with colleagues. Our performance management allows us to effectively communicate performance expectations and conduct annual performance appraisals.

Competency frameworks enable the assessment and development of our colleagues’ knowledge, attitudes, skills and behaviors. All professional, clerical and administrative colleagues — approximately 29 percent of Greif’s workforce —participate in an annual Performance Development Review.

As part of our global talent management processes, we encourage leaders to conduct quarterly check-ins and focus on Individual Development Plans (IDPs) to support opportunities for colleagues to learn and develop. Greif provides resources for managers to successfully communicate with their team to create IDPs, progress on their career path, set short and long-term goals and negotiate fair wages.

We continue to explore opportunities to utilize mentorship programs, internal certified coaches and career pathing implementation. We believe implementing these programs, alongside a deeper discussion of individualized goal setting, will promote further employee engagement.

The Greif Way

We support our colleagues in developing their skills and building rewarding and enriching careers. We’re committed to providing you with opportunities to learn, grow and discover new possibilities for career fulfillment.

purpose vision

Training and development are integral aspects of our development strategies. In 2021, we launched Greif University, and in 2022, we expanded our offerings of strategic learning topics such as the Greif Business System, compliance and leadership development. 

Through Greif University, we continued our Know and Grow with Greif program: a global offering of monthly instructor-led presentations. Greif University enables us to integrate compliance and code of conduct training better and provide ease of access to relevant and engaging learning for our colleagues. When needed, we incorporate regional training programs to supplement global training. 

We utilize Greif University alongside LinkedIn Learning to track required training information to ensure compliance with internal policies and applicable regulations. Since implementing Greif University, we have seen increased learning material utilization and higher completion rates

health and safety

In 2022, we debuted our Lead to Last program, Greif’s Global Leadership Development Framework. This program, offered through Greif University, provides all global leaders with a unified model for leadership expectations, with cohorts launching every month. This training is conducted in 12-week cycles where participants focus on inclusive, safety and values-driven leadership. Currently, training is offered in English, Spanish, Chinese and Portuguese.  

well being

LIn 2021, we launched Greif University, our training platform with over 100 different strategic learning offerings. Greif University serves as a unified place where all employees can go for development.

We offer hundreds of thousands of courses and learning modules in different categories, including Customer Service Excellence, Environmental Health & Safety and Leadership & Professional Development.

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Greif seeks to maintain an ongoing performance dialogue with colleagues. Our performance management allows us to effectively communicate performance expectations and conduct annual performance appraisals.

Competency frameworks enable the assessment and development of our colleagues’ knowledge, attitudes, skills and behaviors. All professional, clerical and administrative colleagues — approximately 29 percent of Greif’s workforce —participate in an annual Performance Development Review. 

As part of our global talent management processes, we encourage leaders to conduct quarterly check-ins and focus on Individual Development Plans (IDPs) to support opportunities for colleagues to learn and develop. Greif provides resources for managers to successfully communicate with their team to create IDPs, progress on their career path, set short and long-term goals and negotiate fair wages. 

We continue to  explore opportunities to utilize mentorship programs, internal certified coaches and career pathing implementation. We believe implementing these programs, alongside a deeper discussion of individualized goal setting, will promote further employee engagement.

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We support our colleagues in developing their skills and building rewarding and enriching careers. We’re committed to providing you with opportunities to learn, grow and discover new possibilities for career fulfillment.

Early Career Development

scholarship

Greif
Scholarship Program

This program, for children of full-time Greif colleagues, is administered by Scholarship Management Services, a division of Scholarship America. Since 2007, 276 students from around the world have received Greif-sponsored scholarships.

Greif Scholarship Program

This program, for children of full-time Greif colleagues, is administered by Scholarship Management Services, a division of Scholarship America. Scholarship Management Services is the nation's largest designer and manager of scholarship and tuition reimbursement programs for corporations, foundations, associations and individuals. Awards are granted regardless of race, color, creed, religion, sexual orientation, gender, disability or national origin. Scholarship Management Services make the selection of recipients. In no circumstance does any officer or colleague of Greif play a part in the selection. Since 2007, 276 students from around the world have received Greif-sponsored scholarships.

well-being

HR
Academy

The HR Academy is a 24-month program comprised of 3-4 rotations of 6-9 months each. The rotations span multiple areas of the HR Organization and include both regional and global experiences.

HR
Academy

The HR Academy is a 24-month program comprised of 3-4 rotations of 6-9 months each. The rotations span multiple areas of the HR Organization and include both regional and global experiences. This development program is built upon the 70/20/10 model of Experience, Relationships, and Education, respectively. It allows opportunity for international collaboration, cross-business and cross-functional visibility; and the creation of a global network of professional peers. At the conclusion of the program, the Academy graduate will be placed into a full-time position within one of the areas of the Human Resources function. Objective: To create and develop the next generation of HR leaders with a diverse set of capabilities and experiences. These leaders will support the HR mission of creating a world class, diverse and engaged workforce to deliver on Greif’s strategic priorities.

Engaging and Developing Our Colleagues

At Greif, we believe our strength lies in our people. We continue to achieve unparalleled engagement and development milestones, including record-high completion rates for Performance Development Reviews and exceptional scores in our annual Colleague Engagement Survey. Recognition by Newsweek as one of the Most Loved Workplaces globally and our Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award underscores our dedication to further enhancing our workplace culture and our commitment to excellence and innovation.

Greif University

Greif University

At Greif, we believe that learning and development are the cornerstones of both personal and professional success. That’s why we created Greif University (GU)—our global learning platform dedicated to helping you grow and achieve your career goals. GU brings together over 20,000 learning experiences, making it the central hub for career development across our global workforce.

Whether you’re just starting your journey or you’ve already gained years of experience, GU offers opportunities to expand your skills, explore new areas of interest, and advance your career. Our offerings cover a wide range of topics, including Customer ServiceEnvironmental Health & SafetyLeadership DevelopmentBusiness Systems, and much more. No matter where you are in your career path, GU provides the tools you need to succeed.

Through innovative programs and technology-enabled learning, we make it easy for you to access world-class resources tailored to your unique needs, no matter where you are in the world. If you can’t find the solutions you need in our expansive library of content, the Greif Global Learning and Development team will help source or develop the content that fits your specific needs.

One of our standout programs is Lead to Last, a leadership development initiative focused on the principles of servant leadership. We believe that the best leaders are those who prioritize the growth, well-being, and empowerment of their teams. Lead to Last offers a 12-week, cohort-based program designed to teach inclusive, values-driven leadership. Available in multiple languages, this program has already helped over 1,000 global leaders improve their leadership style and impact their teams.

The Global Learning and Development team is continuously expanding and evolving our offerings to ensure they remain relevant and impactful ensuring that our learning experiences are aligned with both the needs of our colleagues and the growth of our business. Whether you’re sharpening existing skills or looking to explore new areas, GU is here to help you reach your full potential.

Join us at Greif, and let’s package learning together for a brighter, more successful future.

Dedicated to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Greif fosters a culture of inclusion to enable a world class, diverse and engaged, workforce, reflective of our global communities to deliver on Greif’s strategic priorities. Our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DE&I) framework is built upon a model of LEAD: Listen, Engage, Act and Develop colleagues for the good of Greif and the global communities where we operate.
Purpose Driven, Sustainably Minded
Greif offers a great working environment and the opportunity to make an immediate impact at a company where your ideas are always welcome. We offer competitive salaries, excellent benefits and opportunities for growth.
People Focused
Our culture is people focused, enriched by the value we place on diversity, equity and inclusion. Through our strategic mission to create thriving communities, we are focused on creating a sense of community and belonging by welcoming diverse perspectives, ideas, skills, knowledge and cultures throughout our organization and into our communities.
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Colleague Resource Groups

Greif recognizes that attracting and recruiting diverse talent is not enough. Our efforts to grow, develop and engage diverse talent are vital to meeting our long-term diversity, equity and inclusion goals and executing our Build to Last strategy. 

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Black Employees Engaging @ Greif

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Embrace Diversity of Greif Employees

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Hispanic Organization & Latinos Awareness

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Greif Women's Network

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PRIDE
LGBTQIA+ Network

NextGen

NextGen - Network for young professionals

Vets

Greif Veterans Colleague Resource Group

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¡HOLA!

¡HOLA! is a global community that aims to promote a deeper understanding of the Latino/Hispanic culture and its connection to our Greif family.

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