Country Group Forming Discipline Leader

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Ohio.

📋 Description

• Drive substantial enhancements in manufacturing capabilities pertaining to the Forming discipline across the national group.

• Elevate performance throughout the national group while standardizing and implementing GMF best-practice processes.

• Offer Forming expertise and technical guidance to O-I North America facilities.

• Spearhead improvement initiatives focused on process, productivity, and quality.

• Provide technical leadership for production challenges and process enhancements.

• Cultivate strong working relationships with manufacturing staff to fulfill safety, process, and organizational needs.

• Deliver technical training and leadership to enhance factory capabilities.

• Identify and steer continuous improvement efforts related to forehearth and IS Machine maintenance, operations, and efficiencies.

• Assist Plant Network Leaders in implementing Manufacturing Fundamentals requirements.

• Oversee annual audit assessments and review processes for assigned and Focus Factories.

• Offer Subject Matter Expert (SME) support for intricate technical issues through both remote and on-site technical assistance.

• Generate technical reports and trip reports as necessary.

• Foster regional Forming capability via training, coaching, mentoring, and knowledge sharing.

• Aid in the startup, commissioning, and stabilization of new equipment, major repairs, and product introductions.

• Collaborate with Engineering, Mold Design, Glass Science, Furnace, Quality, and Machine Repair teams to address complex issues.

• Lead and engage in country group and global discipline meetings.

• Represent national group interests within the global discipline.

• Assist facilities in setting discipline goals and targets, promoting accountability through reporting.

• Champion and exemplify O-I Cares safety principles during plant operations.

• Collaborate closely with Plant Managers, Production Managers, Forming and Job Change Leaders, and Machine Repair Managers.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience (trade or mechanical background preferred).

• At least 10 years of experience in the relevant technical field.

• In-depth understanding of relevant processes and associated equipment.

• Proven track record in leading and motivating others to adopt and enhance technical processes.

• Exceptional communication and organizational abilities.

• Experience in glass plants is preferred.

• Strong basic computer skills, including proficiency in e-mail, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

• Familiarity with Enablon is necessary; training will be provided.

• Willingness to travel 50% to 75% of the time based on activity levels and initiatives.

• Generally available Monday through Friday, with occasional weekend work or travel expected.

🏝️ Benefits

• 12% Short-Term Incentive (STI).

• Vacation time and paid holidays.

• Comprehensive health, dental, prescription, and vision care coverage.

• Generous insurance discounts for participation in the Company wellness program.

• Wellness incentive program where you can earn funds for your Health Savings Account (HSA) or Health Reimbursement Account (HRA).

• Group life insurance coverage.

• Accidental death & dismemberment insurance.

• Optional employee and dependent life insurance.

• Parental leave benefits.

• 401(k) retirement savings plans with defined contributions.