Job Description
Working as part of our Batch & Furnace team, you will be responsible for ensuring the furnace is operating safely and effectively. Your key responsibilities will include:
- Ensure safe and effective operation of the furnace, adhering to all health and safety regulations.
- Monitor and control furnace temperature, pressure, and other critical parameters.
- Track and analyse furnace performance data, identifying trends and anomalies.
- Take prompt corrective actions to address any operational issues or deviations from standard procedures.
- Communicate effectively with team members and supervisors regarding furnace status and any concerns.
- Maintain detailed and accurate documentation of all actions taken, including maintenance activities and operational adjustments.
- Conduct regular inspections of furnace equipment and associated systems to identify potential problems.
- Perform routine maintenance tasks and assist with more complex repairs as needed.
- Manage and optimise fuel consumption to ensure efficient furnace operation.
- Coordinate with other departments to ensure smooth production flow and meet quality standards.
- Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance furnace efficiency and productivity.
- Assist in training new team members on furnace operation procedures and safety protocols.
- Ensure proper handling and storage of materials used in the furnace process.
- Comply with all environmental regulations related to furnace operations.
- Attend and contribute to regular team meetings and safety briefings.
This position is a shift position working 12 hours shifts 4 on 4 off.
Qualifications
- Prior background working in industrial production, preferably a chemical processing facility
- Able to work independently
- Able to follow written and verbal instruction
- Able to demonstrate basic computer skills including Microsoft Office products
- Able to demonstrate mechanical aptitude
- Familiarity with safety protocols and procedures in a manufacturing environment
- Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, blueprints, and operating instructions
- Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to make quick decisions in high-pressure situations
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to maintaining accurate records
Additional Information
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
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Transforming glassmaking with purpose, through the Power of Glass. At O-I Glass, Inc. (NYSE: OI), we are proud to be one of the leading producers of glass bottles and jars around the globe. Glass is not only beautiful, it is also pure, healthy, and completely recyclable, making it the most sustainable rigid packaging material. Headquartered in Perrysburg, Ohio (USA), O-I is the preferred partner for many of the world’s leading food and beverage brands. We innovate in line with customers’ needs to create iconic packaging that builds brands around the world. Led by our diverse team of approximately 19,000 people across 61 plants in 18 countries, we collaborate with customers to create iconic, innovative packaging that builds brands around the world.
Key team members
Emmanuelle Guerin
Alexandre Freitas
Brian Minoske
Ernesto Ghigna
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