Stellenbeschreibung:

Who we are:

To be the leading producer of glass bottles and jars worldwide you need passion, commitment and innovation baked into the very fabric of a business and its people. For more than 120 years, our glass makers have honed their craft—channeling their creativity into more than 1,800 patents held today. When you join O-I you become part of that story.

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. We are dedicated to make what matters to shape a healthier, more sustainable and more exciting world. We transform the industry to make glass more relevant and more accessible to more people.

We’re seeking a visionary Vice President, Technical Operations& Asset Performance to lead our global Center of Excellence (COE) focused on driving world-class performance in Total Productive Maintenance (TPM), asset reliability, and technical innovation across our manufacturing network.

This executive role will lead a team of subject matter experts in glass melting, forming, and finished product technologies - setting global standards, scaling best practices, and delivering measurable improvements in uptime, energy efficiency, and cost performance. You’ll be at the forefront of our transformation journey, shifting operational accountability to regional teams while ensuring global alignment and excellence.

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES

(All other duties as assigned)

• Lead Global TPM Strategy: Oversee the design and execution of a global Total Productive/Preventive Maintenance system across all manufacturing sites.
• Drive Asset Reliability: Implement predictive maintenance, real-time monitoring, and automated inspection systems to maximize uptime and performance.
• Scale Innovation: Integrate cutting-edge technologies in digitalization, automation, and energy management across regions.
• Optimize Energy & Materials: Use data analytics to reduce energy consumption, improve raw material efficiency, and enhance product quality.
• Project Leadership: Blend internal and external capabilities to manage major capital projects (e.g., furnace builds, forming and inspection equipment).
• Standardize Excellence: Establish global standards for process control, safety, and environmental compliance through the COE.
• Foster Collaboration: Facilitate cross-site knowledge sharing and replication of high-impact practices.
• Align with Business Goals: Ensure all initiatives support broader objectives in sustainability, scalability, and operational efficiency.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE 

• 15+ years of leadership experience in multi-site, heavy manufacturing environments.
• Proven success deploying TPM programs and improving equipment reliability.
• Expertise in digital transformation, automation, and energy optimization.
• Experience managing capital project portfolios exceeding $100M.
• Strong analytical mindset with a track record of delivering measurable results.
• Ability to lead global teams, influence across functions, and drive change in complex environments.
• Background in glass or packaging manufacturing is a plus.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS 

• This role will report to the Chief Supply Chain Officer

 

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

20-30%

Must be able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodations.

What we offer at O-I: 

Salary Range:  The expected salary range for this position is between $250 K & $300 K.  Additionally, this position will have the opportunity to earn 30% STI and 35% LTI. Actual pay will be adjusted based upon candidate experience and other job-related factors permitted by law.

 

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

• Vacation time and paid holidays
• Health, dental, prescription and vision care coverage
• Generous insurance discounts with participation in Company wellness program
• Wellness incentive where you can earn money for your HSA or HRA
• Group life insurance
• Accidental death & dismemberment insurance
• Voluntary employee and dependent life insurance
• Weekly disability insurance
• Paid sick time
• Parental leave benefits
• 401(k) retirement saving plans with defined contributions

This is an opportunity to help build something from the ground up by creating new experiences and fostering a team culture where you can shine. 

If you are smart, passionate, innovative, culturally open, curious and collaborative, we’d like to hear from you.

O-I is committed to fostering an inclusive environment that attracts and embraces the brightest minds and creates a culture that welcomes a diversity of ideas and perspectives while encouraging growth and rewarding performance. 

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

O-I is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact O-I at [email protected] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

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