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.

• Elevate performance across the country group while standardizing and implementing GMF best-practice processes.

• Offer Forming expertise to OI North America facilities and spearhead initiatives for process, productivity, and quality improvements.

• Provide technical leadership regarding production challenges, process enhancements, and assessments of shop personnel.

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

• Build relationships with manufacturing staff to fulfill safety, process, and organizational needs.

• Deliver technical training and leadership to enhance factory capabilities.

• Oversee continuous improvement initiatives related to forehearth and IS Machine maintenance, operations, and efficiencies.

• Assist Plant Network Leaders in implementing Manufacturing Fundamentals requirements.

• Lead annual audit evaluations and review processes for designated and Focus Factories.

• Provide subject matter expert assistance for complex technical challenges through both remote and on-site support.

• Cultivate regional Forming capabilities through training, coaching, mentoring, and knowledge sharing.

• Support the startup, commissioning, and stabilization of new equipment, major repairs, and product launches.

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

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

• Aid facilities in developing discipline goals and targets through accountability and reporting.

• Champion and exemplify O-I Cares safety principles in all plant activities.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience (preferably in trade or mechanical fields).

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

• Comprehensive understanding of applicable processes and associated equipment.

• Demonstrated experience in leading and motivating others to effect changes and improve technical processes.

• Strong communication and organizational skills.

• Experience in glass manufacturing is preferred.

• Proficient computer skills, including e-mail, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

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

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

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

• Capability to work close to a manufacturing facility.

• Eligibility to work in the United States.

🏝️ Benefits

• 12% STI.

• Vacation time and paid holidays.

• Health, dental, prescription, and vision care coverage.

• Generous insurance discounts available with participation in the Company wellness program.

• Wellness incentive that allows you to earn funds for your HSA or HRA.

• Group life insurance coverage.

• Accidental death & dismemberment insurance.

• Voluntary life insurance options for employees and dependents.

• Parental leave benefits.

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

• Options for remote work.

• Training provided for Enablon.