Production Operator - Carton Assembler - O-I

Remember the last time you opened a bottle of champagne, a cold beer after a hard day’s work or a bottle of sparkling mineral water to quench the thirst, well it was probably made by us, we are O-I and we love that we make more glass containers than anyone in the world.

O-I has more than a century of experience crafting pure, sustainable, brand-building glass packaging for many of the world’s best-known food and beverage brands. We are proud to provide high quality glass packaging for beer, wine, spirits, food, non-alcoholic beverages, cosmetics and pharmaceuticals.

Why do you want to apply?  Our Lapel plant is a great location because you can experience the strong sense of community found in a small Midwestern town, while being less than an hour from Indianapolis and having access to everything that a major city has to offer.

Hourly Rate:  $25.66

Schedule: 12 hour rotating shifts

The Production Operator is a great opportunity to get your foot in the door and begin growing your career in the glass manufacturing industry.  This role is responsible for observing production lines to ensure they are running smoothly and there are no impediments.  

The Production Operator will:

• Monitor the controls to ensure the palletizer machines continue to operate effectively
• Clear any jams that impede the production line
• Inspect cartons and bottles for any obvious defects
• Perform minor maintenance to ensure the palletizers are working smoothly
• Rotate/transfer among departments as directed

The Production Operator should:

• Have a strong mechanical aptitude
• Have good interpersonal skills
• Be highly safety conscious
• Be able to work 12 hour rotating shifts and overtime, as required

• At least 18 years of age
• High School diploma or GED
• Previous manufacturing experience is preferred

In order to be considered for this opportunity, please submit an online application.

NO WALK-INS, PHONE CALLS, OR EMAILS PLEASE.

 O-I offers a very generous benefit package – some of the highlights are: 

• Vacation time and paid holidays  
• Medical, dental, prescription and vision care coverage 
• Pre-tax accounts 
• Well-being program which includes opportunity to earn employer contributions 
• Life and AD&D Insurance 
• Disability Insurance 
• 401(k) retirement saving plans with employer contributions 
• Financial advisors to assist with retirement planning and financial wellness 
• Employee Assistance Program 

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

O-I is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact O-I at hr.recruiters@o-i.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.