Combustion Engineer

O-I • Auburn, NY

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The Combustion Engineer works in partnership with the Batch and Furnace Manager, and the Production and Quality Managers, to produce glass containers at continuously improving levels of quality and efficiency. The Combustion Engineer will ensure safe and efficient operating conditions of glass melting furnaces, optimal energy consumption and proper burner set-up. They will ensure furnace conditions are within prescribed parameters through daily inspections, review furnace data on a daily basis and make adjustments as needed. This role will also assist in managing production targets, support continuous improvement and elimination of waste through ongoing analysis and identification of inefficiencies, and assist with troubleshooting problems within the manufacturing process.

Requirements

• Strong analytical skills and data analysis
• Experience scheduling preventative maintenance
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong troubleshooting skills
• Ability to travel for training, plant visits and networking
• Ability to lead and work independently in relief of the Batch and Furnace Manager
• High School diploma or GED required
• Must be computer literate, either through schooling or previous work experience
• Able to perform a physical, hands-on job, on the plant floor
• Must be available for continuous operations

Nice To Haves

• Technical degree preferred (chemical, mechanical, ceramic, or manufacturing)
• 3-5 years of hands-on experience in manufacturing
• Previous supervisory experience is highly desired
• Previous mechanical experience is preferred

Responsibilities

• Ensure safe and efficient operating conditions of glass melting furnaces
• Ensure optimal energy consumption and proper burner set-up (flame geometry, length, overall profile)
• Ensure furnace conditions are within prescribed parameters through daily inspections
• Review furnace data on a daily basis and make adjustments as needed
• Assist in managing production targets
• Support continuous improvement and elimination of waste through ongoing analysis and identification of inefficiencies
• Assist with troubleshooting problems within the manufacturing process

Benefits

• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED