Plant Electro-Maintenance Mechanic

O-I; Toano (VA); On-site; USD 56,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation time and paid holidays

Medical, dental, vision care coverage

Pre-tax accounts

Well-being program with employer-con12

Life and AD&D Insurance

401(k) retirement plan with employer"s

Financial planning assistance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

O-I's Toano plant in Virginia is seeking a Plant Electro-Maintenance Mechanic to keep equipment and machines running in the glass manufacturing process.

The role involves installing, repairing and troubleshooting electrical and mechanical systems, inspecting machines, and ensuring smooth production flow with rotating shifts that include weekends and holidays.

Qualifications

• High School degree or GED required.
• Journeyman cardholder (Mechanical or Electrical) or 5 years of equivalent experience.
• Must pass a mechanical & electrical skills test to be considered.
• Strong problem solving skills required.
• PLC programming and troubleshooting is a plus.
• Basic PC literacy (Word, email, data entry) required.
• Able to lift 40 lbs regularly.
• Rotating shift schedule, including weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Install, repair, erect, dismantle, and assemble plant machinery and electrical equipment (motors, switches, control boards, PLCs, VFDs, generators, circuit breakers).
• Inspect glass forming and related machines and parts.
• Adjust lines to maintain product flow and monitor conveyors.
• Maintain cullet lines and conveyors.

Skills

Gearboxes & VFDs

Blueprints & diagrams

Reports & correspondence

Rotating schedule ability

Education

High School degree or GED

Journeyman cardholder or 5 years equivalent

Tools

PLC programming

Job description

Company 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.

Schedule

8 hour ROTATING shifts (rotates between 1st, 2nd and 3rd shifts – your days off rotate as well)

Plant Electro‑Maintenance Mechanic

Maintains the operation of equipment and machines in the plant.

The Plant Electro‑Maintenance Mechanic Will

• Install, repair, erect, dismantle, and assemble all types of plant machinery and electrical or electronic equipment and component parts (such as motors, switches, control boards, PLCs VFDs, generators, circuit breakers, etc.)
• Inspect glass forming machines and miscellaneous factory operating machines, related parts, and components
• Adjust lines to maintain the flow of product
• Maintain cullet lines and conveyors

The Plant Electro‑Maintenance Mechanic Should Have

• Knowledge of gearboxes, VFDs, and job change processes
• Experience reading blueprints, wiring diagrams, shop handbooks and layouts
• Experience completing routine reports and correspondence
• Ability to work a rotating schedule

Qualifications

• High School degree or GED
• Journeyman cardholder (Mechanical or Electrical) or 5 years of equivalent experience
• Must be able to pass a mechanical & electrical skills test in order to be considered
• Must have strong problem solving skills
• PLC programming and troubleshooting is a plus
• Basic PC literacy (Word, email, basic data entry)
• Able to lift 40 lbs. on a regular basis
• Must be able to work a rotating shift, which includes weekends and holidays

What We Offer at O‑I

Hourly Wage

The hourly wage for this role is $41.50 hr.

Benefit Highlights

• 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 Insurance401(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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