Production Technician (Tech III) - O-I

WHO WE ARE: 

At O-I Glass, we love glass and we’re proud to be one of the leading producers of glass bottles and jars around the globe. We are leveraging innovation and technology to drive expansion and meet our customers’ growing needs in a sustainable manner.  Our new state-of-the-art facility in Bowling Green, Kentucky, will be enabled by advanced team culture, technologies and innovative processes leading glass manufacturing into the future. We are forming a team united by the same passion for culture, innovation and technology, ready to learn and grow in a working environment enhancing safety, accountability, integrity and teamwork principles. Join us in our new manufacturing facility with future expansion planned! 

We’re building a team of passionate individuals who: 

• Act intentionally to ensure the safety and wellbeing of themselves and others 

• Listen and evolve with the team, supporting teammates in the pursuit of collective goals and performance 

• Take initiative to drive positive change, accepts individual and team responsibilities, meets customer commitments and performance objectives 

• Respect teammates and embrace diversity; emphasize doing the right thing even when no one is looking, resulting in a high level of trust 

• Embrace opportunities to learn and grow and invests in themselves and others  

ABOUT THE ROLE: 

This role will be on a rotating shift and responsible for the operation from the SBS to the Forehearth.

This role will be responsible for the safe operation of the raw material system, melting and fining of the glass, and delivering glass quality for container forming machines. Also, will be involved in organizing and executing hot holds, startup and shutdown related activities.

Will work in shifts, ensuring the uninterrupted operation of the submerged combustion melting machine, the finer, the forehearth, and the support systems, including, among others, exhaust, cooling and batch systems.

Additionally will give support to other Plant areas whenever is needed, following our culture of teamwork and collaboration.

Key Responsibilities:

• Responsible for raw material unloading, monitoring raw material weight system, and assuring the correct delivery to the melter.
• Will monitor the fusion process and make appropriate changes based on the situation.
• Respond to alarms and identify malfunctions, correct operation and/or refer to supervision.
• Troubleshooting minor problems with industrial equipment and perform routine preventive maintenance.
• Perform quality glass controls and enter data into the correct quality spreadsheet.
• Collaborate with teammates on completing non-routine tasks related to, hot holds, start-ups and shut-downs.
• Produce accurate and concise system status reports as requested.
• Think analytically and propose process improvements.
• Perform daily line cleaning and 5S to maintain a clean working environment.
• Monitor the feeding process and respond to alarms as required. 

Travel Requirements:

Minimal travel with a couple of opportunities annually. 

About You: 

• High School Diploma or GED required 
• 5 years of manufacturing or production experience preferred  
• Familiarity with high-temperature industrial processes and controls.
• Ability to set-up and operate equipment 
• Familiarity with high speed industrial production lines
• Basic computer knowledge to include experience with Process Controllers and MS Office or similar desktop related applications
• Be familiar with high-speed industrial production lines
• Be a good communicator and understand that teamwork is an important key to success
• Have ability to work to a shift schedule (day and night shift, 12 hours)
• Electrical and Electromechanical experience will be a plus.
• Desirable Forklift license.
• Ability to occasionally perform physically demanding job tasks:
  • Lift or carry <50lbs
  • Bend, stretch, twist or reach out

Wages:

• Pay range will be $32.34 per hour plus overtime and performance-based incentives for all teammates. 

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

• Vacation based on length of service 

• 10 paid holidays each year 

• Health, Dental, Prescription and Vision care coverage 

• Perform Well-Being Program – earn employer contributions in your HSA or HRA plan 

• Wellness Incentive – earn additional funds for your HSA or HRA plan 

• Group Life Insurance 

• Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance 

• Voluntary Employee and Dependent Life Insurance 

• Weekly Disability Insurance 

• 401(k) Retirement Saving Plans 

• 401(k) Defined Contribution Plan 

• Employee Assistance Program 

This is an opportunity to help build something from the ground up by creating new experiences and fostering a team culture where you can shine.  

If you are smart, passionate, innovative, culturally open, curious and collaborative, we’d like to hear from you. 

O-I is committed to fostering an inclusive environment that attracts and embraces the brightest minds and creates a culture that welcomes a diversity of ideas and perspectives while encouraging growth and rewarding performance.  

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.