Industrial Mechanic

O-I•Toano, VA

7h•$42•Onsite

About The Position

Remember the last time you opened a bottle of champagne, a cold beer after a hard day’s work or a bottle of sparkling mineral water to quench the thirst, well it was probably made by us, we are O-I and we love that we make more glass containers than anyone in the world. O-I has more than a century of experience crafting pure, sustainable, brand-building glass packaging for many of the world’s best-known food and beverage brands. We are proud to provide high quality glass packaging for beer, wine, spirits, food, non-alcoholic beverages, cosmetics and pharmaceuticals. Why do you want to apply? Since 1980 the O-I Plant in Toano has been a well-respected employer in the community. Offering above average compensation and excellent benefits. It boasts a multi-cultural workforce and combines strong leadership with a collaborative union environment. Furthermore, O-I fosters an inclusive atmosphere with opportunity for growth and advancement. Toano, VA is close to major Historic Triangle attractions such as Colonial Williamsburg, and the Busch Gardens Williamsburg and Water Country USA theme parks. Schedule: 8 hour ROTATING shifts (rotates between 1st, 2nd and 3rd shifts – your days off rotate as well) The Plant Industrial Mechanic maintains the operation of equipment and machines in the plant.

Requirements

High School degree or GED
Journeyman cardholder (Mechanical or Electrical) or 5 years of equivalent experience
Must be able to pass a mechanical & electrical skills test in order to be considered
Must have strong problem solving skills
Basic PC literacy (Word, email, basic data entry)
Able to lift 40 lbs. on a regular basis
Must be able to work a rotating shift, which includes weekends and holidays
Knowledge of gearboxes, VFDs, and job change processes
Experience reading blueprints, wiring diagrams, shop handbooks and layouts
Experience completing routine reports and correspondence

Nice To Haves

PLC programming and troubleshooting is a plus

Responsibilities

Install, repair, erect, dismantle, and assemble all types of plant machinery and electrical or electronic equipment and component parts (such as motors, switches, control boards, PLCs VFDs, generators, circuit breakers, etc.)
Inspect glass forming machines and miscellaneous factory operating machines, related parts, and components
Adjust lines to maintain the flow of product
Maintain cullet lines and conveyors