Plant Superintendent

About the Company

For over 120 years, O-I has been a leading producer of glass bottles and jars, holding more than 1,800 patents. We craft sustainable, brand-building glass packaging for global food and beverage brands, including beer, wine, spirits, food, non-alcoholic beverages, cosmetics, and pharmaceuticals. Our mission is to shape a healthier, more sustainable world by transforming the glass industry to make it more relevant and accessible.

The Windsor plant is O-I’s newest and highest-performing non-union facility, offering a comprehensive benefits package, competitive pay, and a commitment to fostering an inclusive environment with opportunities for growth and advancement.

About the Role

The Plant Superintendent is responsible for planning, directing, and coordinating all manufacturing activities to ensure optimal productivity, profitability, and cost-improvement objectives. This role drives continuous plant improvement, emphasizing customer quality, service, and financial competitiveness.

Responsibilities

• Provide direction to the Production Manager and Finished Products Manager on goals and expectations for safety, quality, productivity, and costs, aligned with the Plant Manager and organizational objectives.
• Direct or assist in formulating, initiating, and administering the plant’s production and finished products policies and procedures, ensuring regular follow-up and recommendations for improvements.
• Empower the team to improve key facility metrics by implementing strong processes and following O-I global guidelines (e.g., GMF, Quality Risk Audit).
• Promote a safety culture by enforcing procedures and behaviors that create a safe work environment.
• Develop the team (salaried and hourly) by providing skills training, behavioral development, and tools to achieve company goals.
• Build short- and long-term strategies, balancing current needs with future objectives.
• Drive continuous improvement by challenging the status quo to enhance metrics and maintain team momentum.
• Hold the team accountable through clear, direct, and transparent performance conversations.
• Collaborate with sales personnel and customers to maintain familiarity with customer operations.
• Work closely with production planning to ensure proper job sequencing and demand fulfillment.
• Act as backup to the Plant Manager in their absence.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations Management, Business Administration, or a related field (required).
• 10+ years of experience in manufacturing or production operations, with at least 5 years in a leadership role managing multiple departments or functional areas.
• Technical background in glass manufacturing and plant processes.
• Strong financial acumen and business understanding.

Skills

• Excellent change management and people skills.
• Strong communication and presentation abilities.
• Experience interacting with all levels, both internal and external to the organization.
• Proficiency in reviewing operations reports, budgets, cost objectives, product P&L, and driving accountability for forecast accuracy.
• Experience driving continuous improvement (Lean/Six Sigma preferred).
• Ability to develop and maintain strong relationships with key customers.
• Experience managing changing priorities.
• Contribution to positive employee relations.

Benefits

• Relocation packages available.
• Vacation time and paid holidays.
• Medical, dental, prescription, and vision care coverage.
• Pre-tax accounts (e.g., FSA, HSA).
• Well-being program with employer contribution opportunities.
• Life and AD&D insurance.
• Disability insurance.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer contributions.
• Access to financial advisors for retirement planning and financial wellness.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

Pay

The expected salary range for this position is $130,000 to $150,000, with a possible 15% quarterly STI (Short-Term Incentive) bonus. Actual pay will be adjusted based on candidate experience and other job-related factors permitted by law.