Facilities Maintenance Technician

  • Full-time
  • Department: Technology & Engineering
  • Location: Bowling Green

Company Description

About O-I 

Innovation is in our DNA. We’re transforming the glassmaking industry. At O-I Glass, Inc. (NYSE: OI), we love glass and we’re proud to be one of the leading producers of glass bottles and jars around the globe. Glass is not only beautiful, it’s also pure, healthy and completely recyclable, making it the most sustainable rigid packaging material. Headquartered in Perrysburg, Ohio (USA), our diverse team is made of approximately 24,000 people across 69 plants in 19 countries. O-I is the preferred partner for many of the world’s leading food and beverage brands. We collaborate with customers to create iconic, innovative packaging that builds brands around the world.

Job Description

At O-I Glass, we love glass, and we are proud to be one of the leading producers of glass bottles and jars around the globe. We are leveraging innovation and technology to drive expansion and meet our customers’ growing needs sustainably.  Our new state-of-the-art facility in Bowling Green, Kentucky, will be enabled by advanced team culture, technologies, and innovative processes leading glass manufacturing into the future. We are forming a team united by the same passion for culture, innovation, and technology, ready to learn and grow in a working environment enhancing safety, accountability, integrity, and teamwork principles. Join us in our new manufacturing facility with future expansion planned!  

We are building a team of passionate individuals who:  

  • Act intentionally to ensure the safety and well-being of themselves and others.  
  • Listen and evolve with the team, supporting teammates in the pursuit of collective goals and performance.  
  • Take initiative to drive positive change, accept individual and team responsibilities, and meet customer commitments and performance objectives.  
  • Respect teammates and embrace diversity; emphasize doing the right thing even when no one is looking, resulting in an important level of trust.  
  • Embrace opportunities to gain experience, grow, and invest in themselves and others.  

About the Role:  

  • Respond to maintenance requests on time and maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, including work orders, equipment history, and maintenance costs. 
  • Develop and maintain a comprehensive maintenance program for equipment and facilities. 
  • Create and maintain accurate maintenance schedules, work orders, and standard operating procedures. Perform routine maintenance tasks, such as repairing plumbing, electrical, and HVAC systems. 
  • Inspect facilities regularly to identify maintenance needs. 
  • Source and coordinate with vendors, contractors, and suppliers for maintenance services, repairs, and supplies, ensuring cost-effectiveness and timely delivery. 
  • Supports outside contractors for repairs, janitorial, landscaping, and other areas. 
  • Repair or replace broken equipment, fixtures, and facilities. 
  • Utilizes O-I safety programs and adheres to OSHA regulations to complete job duties. 
  • Assists in ordering, tracking, and inventorying materials and spare parts. 
  • Available to be on call as needed for specific tasks. 
  • Continued education & training in building maintenance. 

Travel Requirements: 

Training for the job is fully supported by O-I and will require up to 35% domestic and potentially international travel until the start-up of the facility in mid-2024. Travel requirements are expected to end by the start of production in mid-2024.  

Qualifications

  • 5 years prior related facilities maintenance experience in a fast paced manufacturing environment
  • Vocational or technical training in maintenance or a related field 
  • Certification in a trade (e.g., plumbing, electrical, HVAC) preferred 
  • Proven experience as a maintenance technician or similar role 
  • Knowledge of general maintenance processes and methods 
  • Basic understanding of electrical, plumbing, and HVAC systems 
  • Ability to read technical manuals and drawings. 
  • Excellent critical thinking skills 
  • Excellent communication skills 
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team 
  • Physical stamina and strength to perform maintenance tasks 
  • High school diploma or equivalent 

Additional Information

Pay Range:

The expected pay range for this position is $35.27 + 10% of targeted annual bonus. Actual pay will be adjusted based on candidate experience and other job-related factors permitted by law.  

 What we offer at O-I: 

 O-I offers a very generous benefit package – some of the highlights are:  

  • Vacation based on length of service  
  • 10 paid holidays each year  
  • Health, Dental, Prescription and Vision care coverage  
  • Perform Well-Being Program – earn employer contributions in your HSA or HRA plan  
  • Wellness Incentive – earn additional funds for your HSA or HRA plan  
  • Group Life Insurance  
  • Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance  
  • Voluntary Employee and Dependent Life Insurance  
  • Weekly Disability Insurance  
  • 401(k) Retirement Saving Plans  
  • 401(k) Defined Contribution Plan  
  • Employee Assistance Program 

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]

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