Line Observer

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? For 50 years, the Winston-Salem plant has been an established and well-respected employer in the community. 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. Winston-Salem, NC is a great area that has the feel of a small town combined with all the amenities of a big city.

About the role

Pay Rate - $26.73

The Line Observer monitors conveyors, automatic inspection equipment, and case packers for obstructions to ensure they are operating properly and ensure lines are continuously supplied with cartons.

Responsibilities

• Unjam lines, remove obstructions from conveyor, automatic inspection equipment, and case packer to maintain continuous processing of ware.
• Monitor and perform frequency checks on bottle and carton coders, CMI's, carton printing, gluing bottle detectors, and discard defective ware to cullet conveyor.
• Empty and discard down ware and cullet in roll out pans.
• Turns off equipment in case of malfunction and notifies supervisor or maintenance.
• Hand pack as necessary or when case packer is malfunctioning and off-load filled cartons when full carton line is down.

Requirements

• Previous experience working in manufacturing or production.
• Ability to lift 25 lbs. on a regular basis.
• Ability to work a rotating schedule, with weekend and holiday requirements.

Qualifications

• At least 18 years of age.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Forklift experience preferred.
• Previous manufacturing experience preferred.

Schedule

Shift: rotating 8 hour shifts