Combustion Engineer

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; City of Auburn, Northern (NY, KY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation time

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Pre-tax accounts

Well-being program

Life and AD&D Insurance

Disability Insurance

401(k) employer contributions

Financial planning assistance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

O-I is seeking a Combustion Engineer for our Auburn, NY plant to partner with the Batch and Furnace Manager and production/quality teams to drive quality and efficiency in glass container manufacturing.

The role focuses on safe furnace operations, energy optimization, data-driven decisions, and supporting production targets through continuous improvement and problem solving.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Technical degree in chemical, mechanical, ceramic, or manufacturing fields preferred.
• 3–5 years of hands-on manufacturing experience.
• Previous supervisory experience is highly desired.
• Must be computer literate and able to work on the plant floor.
• Must be available for continuous operations.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safe and efficient operating conditions of glass melting furnaces.
• Ensure optimal energy consumption and proper burner set-up (flame geometry, length, overall profile).
• Review furnace data daily and adjust as needed.
• Assist in managing production targets.
• Support continuous improvement and elimination of waste.
• Assist with troubleshooting problems within the manufacturing process.

Skills

Analytical skills

Data analysis

Communication skills

Troubleshooting

Travel willingness

Leadership

Independence

Education

High School diploma or GED

Technical degree (chemical, mechanical, ceramic, or manufacturing)

Job description

• Compensation: USD 80,000 - USD 95,000 - yearly

Company Description

About 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 your 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 Auburn facility is located in the beautiful Finger Lakes region of New York. If you thrive in a busy environment and are looking for a great place to work with highly engaged employees, then our plant in Auburn is the place for you.

Job Description

TheCombustion Engineer works in partnership with the Batch and Furnace Manager, and the Production and Quality Managers, to produce glass containers at continuously improving levels of quality and efficiency.

TheCombustion Engineer will:

• Ensure safe and efficient operating conditions of glass melting furnaces
• Ensure optimal energy consumption and proper burner set-up (flame geometry, length, overall profile)
• Ensure furnace conditions are within prescribed parameters through daily inspections
• Review furnace data on a daily basis and make adjustments as needed
• Assist in managing production targets
• Support continuous improvement and elimination of waste through ongoing analysis and identification of inefficiencies
• Assist with troubleshooting problems within the manufacturing process

TheCombustion Engineer should have:

• Strong analytical skills and data analysis
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong troubleshooting skills
• Ability to travel for training, plant visits and networking
• Ability to lead and work independently in relief of the Batch and Furnace Manager

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required
• Technical degree preferred (chemical, mechanical, ceramic, or manufacturing)
• 3-5 years of hands-on experience in manufacturing
• Previous supervisory experience is highly desired
• Previous mechanical experience is preferred
• Must be computer literate, either through schooling or previous work experience
• Able to perform a physical, hands-on job, on the plant floor
• Must be available for continuous operations

Additional Information

What we offer at O-I:

Salary Range: The expected salary range for this position is between $80,000 - 95,000and includes a possible 12% 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

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

O-I is an Equal Opportunity and Affluent 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.

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