Assistant Plant 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 care

Pre-tax accounts

Well-being program

Life & AD&D insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) with employer contributions

Financial planning help

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Owens-Illinois, Inc. in Virginia is seeking an Assistant Plant Engineer to support the Plant Engineer by directing salaried and hourly staff across all plant engineering areas, including installation and maintenance of systems, equipment, and facilities.

The role requires strong maintenance leadership, furnace operations know-how, and an electrical background. You will coordinate contractor work, inspect plant systems, and monitor shift changes to optimize processing and 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

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 relative to changes on shifts that may impact processing, procedures, personnel, equipment, and customer requirements
• Track downtime and provide solutions to decrease downtime

Skills

Maintenance leadership

Furnace operations

Electrical background

Communication

Maintenance management software

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Trade school training

High school diploma/equivalent with experience

Tools

Maintenance 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 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 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 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 Affinative Action Employer committed to building a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or other protected category.

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] .