Production Operator - Temporary Summer Help

O-I • Auburn, NY

1d • Onsite

About The Position

O-I is a global leader in glass container manufacturing, with over a century of experience providing sustainable glass packaging for various food and beverage brands, including beer, wine, spirits, and non-alcoholic beverages, as well as cosmetics and pharmaceuticals. This temporary summer help position is crucial for providing staffing relief when full-time employees are on vacation. The role involves setting up ware on lehrs and conveyors, managing carton flow, and inspecting products for defects. The assignment starts as early as May 4th and requires availability through September 30th, with no approved time off or vacation. If a summer help employee takes time off their assignment will be terminated and they will not be eligible to work as summer help in the future.

Requirements

• Mechanical aptitude
• Be highly safety conscious
• A desire to learn and grow within our industry
• High School Diploma or GED
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Must be able to work a 12-hour night shift, as well as holidays and weekends as required
• Must be able to lift 25 lbs. on a regular basis

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in an industrial environment is a plus

Responsibilities

• Sets up ware on lehrs and conveyors
• Dislodges ware on straight line equipment
• Adjusts the flow of empty cartons on conveyors as required
• Visually inspects ware and discards defective ware
• Understand carton quality requirements and perform checks to ensure those requirements are met
• Attends palletizers, supplying pallets and tier sheets
• Operates controls and ensures that tiers are properly formed and transported
• Visually inspects ware and component parts and discards defective ware
• Rotates/transfers among departments as directed

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees