Company Description

About O-I

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 your 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? O-I in Ringgold offers very competitive wages and a great benefits package! The plant is located an hour south from Greensboro, NC international airport and an hour north from Lynchburg, VA Liberty University. O-I is a company that is committed to fostering an inclusive environment and offers opportunity for growth and advancement.

Job Description

The Production Operator – Bulk Palletizer is a great opportunity to get your foot in the door and begin growing your career in the glass manufacturing industry. This role is responsible for observing production lines to ensure they are running smoothly and there are no impediments.   

Schedule: 8 hour rotating schedule (includes working 1st, 2nd and 3rd shift)

The Production Operator – Bulk Palletizer should have:

Strong mechanical aptitudeGood interpersonal skillsBe highly safety consciousPrevious experience in a manufacturing environment

The Production Operator – Palletizer will:

Monitor the controls to ensure the palletizer machines continue to operate effectivelyClear any jams that impede the production lineInspect cartons and bottles for any obvious defectsMake minor adjustment as needed to ensure the palletizers are working smoothly 

QualificationsAt least 18 years of age.High School Graduate or GED.Must be able to lift 25 lbs. on a regular basis.Previous manufacturing experience is preferred Must be able to work a rotating schedule, with weekend and holiday requirements.Must be authorized to work in the U.S. on a full-time basisMust be able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodations 

NO WALK-INS, PHONE CALLS OR EMAILS PLEASE.

Additional Information

What We Offer:

Hourly Wage: The hourly wage for this position is $26.19

O-I offers a very generous benefit package – some of the highlights are: 

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 

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

O-I is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer committed to building a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or other protected category.

Qualified individuals with disabilities or disabled veterans who are unable or limited in their ability to apply on this site may request reasonable accommodations by emailing [email protected].