Combustion Engineer

O-I; Muskogee (OK); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation time

Medical, dental, prescription and view

Well-being program

401(k) retirement plan

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

O-I is seeking a Combustion Engineer at our Muskogee, OK plant to partner with the Batch and Furnace managers and Production teams to produce glass containers with quality and efficiency enhancements.

The Combustion Engineer will ensure safe operation of furnaces, optimize energy use, review daily furnace data, assist production targets, and drive continuous improvement while traveling for training and plant visits.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Technical degree preferred (chemical, mechanical, ceramic, or manufacturing).
• 3–5 years of manufacturing experience.
• Previous supervisory experience is highly desired.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Willingness to travel for training and plant visits.
• Ability to lead and work independently in relief of the supervisor.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safe and efficient operation of glass melting furnaces.
• Optimize energy consumption and burner setup.
• Monitor furnace conditions daily and adjust as needed.
• Assist in meeting production targets.
• Support continuous improvement and waste reduction by analyzing data.
• Troubleshoot process issues as they arise.

Skills

Analytical skills

Data analysis

Troubleshooting skills

Written and verbal communication

Independent leadership

Education

High School diploma or GED

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

Tools

SAP

Job description

• Compensation: USD 80,000 - USD 100,000 - 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?If you are looking for a small‑town environment without the hustle and bustle of the big city, this is the place for you. Our Muskogee plant is conveniently located within an hours’ drive of many lakes that offer a multitude of options for the outdoor enthusiast.

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 experience in manufacturing
• Previous supervisory experience is highly desired
• Previous mechanical experience is preferred
• Previous SAP 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
• Able to travel for training, plant visits and networking
• 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 - $100,000and 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 Affirmative 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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