Industrial Maintenance Mechanic - Manufacturing

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) 

The Industrial Maintenance Mechanic - Manufacturing maintains the operation of equipment and machines.

The Industrial Maintenance Mechanic - Manufacturing 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 Industrial Maintenance Mechanic - Manufacturing 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 

• 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.

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.

Qualified individuals with disabilities or disabled veterans who are unable or limited in their ability to apply on this site may request reasonable accommodations by emailing [email protected].