Greif

Greif, Inc. is a global leader in industrial packaging products and services, founded in 1877 in Cleveland, Ohio. The company has evolved from its origins in wooden barrels to a diversified industrial packaging provider, operating in over 37 countries with more than 14,000 employees and 250 facilities worldwide. Headquartered in Delaware, Ohio, Greif reported revenues of approximately $5.45 billion in 2024. Greif specializes in a variety of industrial packaging solutions, including steel, fiber, and plastic drums, drum closure systems, corrugated shipping containers, and paper-based packaging products. The company also focuses on sustainable practices, offering recycled materials and timberland management for raw material sourcing. Greif serves essential industries such as chemicals, food and beverage, agriculture, pharmaceuticals, and manufacturing, providing durable and reliable packaging tailored to their needs. With a commitment to customer service and sustainability, Greif aims to be the best in its field.

Packaging & Containers Delaware, United States Founded 1877 ~2,128 employees NASDAQ: GEF

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Employees
2,128
+1.3% in 3 months
Revenue / employee
$2.6M
Revenue ~$5.5B
Stock
GEF
NASDAQ
12-month attrition
8.8%
Tech: 16.2%
H1B filings, FY2026
5
Sponsors visas
Open jobs
174
Last 30 days

Headcount trend

Greif went from 1,913 employees in Jul 2023 to 2,128 in Jun 2025. Last 6 months: 94 people joined, 62 left.

Org structure

Headcount by department

Other1,387
Engineering153
Operations151
Sales140
HR105
Finance88
Success81
Marketing16

Executive compensation

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Salaries at Greif

All salaries

7 salary profiles in the US

Most reported roles

Pay by level, gender and ethnicity

H-1B sponsorship

H-1B Sponsorship Limited
H-1B Filings by Department
Engineering15
Finance4
Operations2
Executive2
IT1

The department split adds up all the years listed above. FY2026 alone: 5 filings.

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Greif FAQ

How many employees does Greif have?

Greif has about 2,128 employees, up 1.3% over the last 3 months (as of Jun 2025).

Does Greif sponsor H1B visas?

Yes. Greif filed 5 H1B (LCA) applications in FY2026, according to the latest U.S. Department of Labor disclosures. The largest group was Executive roles.

What is Greif's revenue per employee?

Greif makes about $2.6M in revenue per employee, based on $5.52B annual revenue and 2,128 employees.

How much does Greif pay?

6figr has 7 salary profiles for Greif in the US, with pay broken down by role, level, gender and ethnicity on the Greif salaries page. See Greif salaries

Is Greif a public company?

Yes. Greif is publicly traded under the ticker GEF on NASDAQ.

Data from Company Prospectus, DOL LCA disclosures, WARN notices and 6figr salary profiles. Updated 21 Oct 2026.