Production Technician / Selector

Job Description

Job Description

Company Description

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? If you are looking for a small-town environment without the hustle and bustle of the big city, this is the place for you.  Our Crenshaw plant is conveniently located in an area that offers a multitude of options for the outdoor enthusiasts.  

We’re looking for a detail-oriented and mechanically inclined individual to join our team as a Production Technician / Selector.  This role is ideal for someone who enjoys hands-on work, has a strong technical mindset, and is eager to grow within a fast-paced industrial environment.

The Production Technician / Selector will:

• Visually inspect ware and remove defective items to ensure quality standards are met.
• Set up ware on lehrs and conveyors, dislodge ware on straight-line equipment, and adjust carton flow on conveyors as needed.
• Monitor and tend to case packer/robot systems to ensure proper operation and troubleshoot minor issues.
• Inspect ware on filled case conveyor, fill cartons as needed, and verify carton gluing and appearance meet specifications.
• Occasionally hand-pack ware and reselect packed ware based on quality control instructions.

Qualifications:

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• High School diploma or GED required.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and interest in working with automated equipment.
• Safety-focused mindset with attention to detail.
• Prior experience in an industrial or manufacturing setting.
• Willingness to learn new technologies and grow within the company.
• Ability to lift 25 pounds regularly.
• Flexibility to work a rotating schedule, including weekends and holidays.

Preferred Skills:

• Familiarity with basic troubleshooting of mechanical or robotic systems.
• Experience working with conveyors, packaging machinery, or automated equipment.
• Ability to follow technical instructions and adapt to changing production needs.

What We Offer at O-I:

Hourly Wage:   $26.53 hour

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 View email address on ziprecruiter.com.