Assistant Plant Electrical Engineer

Owens-Illinois, Inc.; Virginia; On-site; USD 92,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation time

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401(k) plan

Life insurance

Well-being program

Job summary

Owens-Illinois, Inc. in Toano, VA is seeking an Assistant Plant Electrical Engineer to support the Plant Engineer by leading salaried and hourly staff across all plant systems, equipment, grounds and facilities.

The role requires strong maintenance and electrical expertise, experience with maintenance management software, and proven leadership in a manufacturing environment. You will coordinate contractor work, inspect facilities, optimize downtime, and communicate across all organization levels.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering preferred; other qualifications considered.
• Industrial electrical experience required.
• 5 years in a maintenance leadership role in manufacturing; glass industry preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and supervise all construction and service work performed by outside contractors.
• Conduct periodic inspections of all plant systems, equipment, facilities and grounds.
• Review shift operations, make decisions and implement actions affecting processing, procedures, personnel, equipment, and customer requirements.
• Track downtime and provide solutions to decrease downtime.

Skills

Maintenance background

Maintenance software

Maintenance leadership

Electrical background

Effective communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Trade school training

High school diploma + relevant experience

Tools

Maintenance management software

Job description

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? Since 1980 the O-I Plant in Toano has been a well-respected employer in the community. Offering above average compensation and excellent benefits. It boasts a multi-cultural workforce and combines strong leadership with a collaborative union environment. Furthermore, O-I fosters an inclusive atmosphere with opportunity for growth and advancement. Toano, VA is close to major Historic Triangle attractions such as Colonial Williamsburg, and the Busch Gardens Williamsburg and Water Country USA theme parks.

Job Description

TheAssistant Plant Electrical Engineerassists the Plant Engineer in leading and directing salaried and hourly personnel engaged in all phases of the plant engineering function, including installation, and repair and maintenance of all plant systems, equipment, grounds and facilities.

The Assistant Plant Electrical Engineershould have:

• Strong maintenance and/or furnace operations background
• Experience with maintenance management software
• Experience in a maintenance leadership role
• Strong electrical background
• Ability to communicate effectively with all levels within the organization

The Assistant Plant Electrical Engineerwill:

• Coordinate and supervise all construction and service work performed by outside contractors
• Conduct periodic inspections of all plant systems, equipment, facilities and grounds
• Review shift operations, make decisions, and implement actions relative to changes on shifts that may impact processing, procedures, personnel, equipment, and customer requirements
• Track downtime and provide solutions to decrease downtime

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering preferred; technical trade school training, or a high school diploma/equivalent combined with relevant work experience, will also be considered
• ALsoIndustrial electrical experience required
• 5 years of experience in a maintenance leadership position in a manufacturing facility, glass industry experience is preferred

Additional Information

What we offer at O-I:

Salary Range: The expected salary range for this position is between$92,00- $115,000and includes a possible12%quarterly incentive bonus. Actual pay will be adjusted based upon candidate experience and other job-related factors permitted by law.

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

O-I is an Equal Opportunity and Aff…?

Qualified individuals with disabilities or disabled veterans who are unable or limited in their ability to apply on this stie may request reasonable accommodations by emailing [e-mail] .