Country Group Forming Discipline Leader

O-I•Perrysburg, OH

8h•$125,000 - $140,000•Remote

About The Position

The Country Group Forming Discipline Leader (DNL) implements significant improvements in manufacturing capabilities and performance across the country group, while ensuring standardization and execution of GMF best-practice processes. The role provides technical leadership and builds capability across O-I North America glass manufacturing operations, leading improvement initiatives in processes, productivity, and quality. It also provides technical leadership on production issues and process improvements, including assessing shop-floor personnel to strengthen the country group’s Forming discipline. The DNL builds strong relationships across the global organization and works directly with Plant Managers, Production Managers, Forming and Job Change Leaders, and Machine Repair Managers. The position relies on influence rather than direct authority. The role is based virtually, with the requirement that the employee be located close to a manufacturing plant, and involves up to 50%–75% travel depending on activity levels and initiatives. Travel is typically Monday through Friday, though some weekend work and travel can be expected.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience; trade or mechanical background preferred.
At least 10 years of experience in the relevant technical area.
Detailed knowledge of applicable processes and associated equipment.
Proven ability to lead and influence others to change and improve technical processes.
Excellent communication and organizational skills.
Strong fundamental computer skills, including email, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
Willingness to travel up to 50%–75%, typically Monday through Friday, with some weekend work and travel expected.
Located close to a manufacturing plant.

Nice To Haves

Glass plant experience is desired.
Trade or mechanical background is preferred.

Responsibilities

Establish close working relationships with manufacturing personnel and provide technical training and leadership to meet safety, process, and organizational requirements.
Identify and direct continuous improvement efforts focused on operational excellence in forehearth and IS Machine maintenance, operation, and efficiency.
Support country group Plant Network Leaders in executing Manufacturing Fundamentals non-negotiables and baseline requirements.
Lead yearly audit assessment and review processes for assigned factories and/or Focus Factories.
Provide subject-matter-expert support for complex technical issues through remote and/or field assistance, and prepare technical or trip reports as needed.
Develop regional Forming capability through training, coaching, mentoring, and knowledge-sharing.
Support startup, commissioning, and stabilization for new equipment, major repairs, and product introductions.
Partner with Engineering, Mold Design, Glass Science, Furnace, Quality, and Machine Repair functions to resolve complex manufacturing issues.
Lead and participate in country group and global discipline network meetings, representing country group interests in the global discipline.
Support regional facilities in developing discipline goals and targets, and drive performance through focused reporting and accountability.
Lead and exemplify O-I Cares safety principles in and around plant activities.