Maintenance Apprentice

About O-I

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 your 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? The O‑I Glass plant in Kalama, Washington is one of O‑I’s newer, modern manufacturing facilities, featuring well‑maintained operations and a strong commitment to safety and quality. We offer above‑average compensation, a comprehensive benefits package, and a work environment where employees are valued and supported.  Located along the Columbia River, Kalama offers the best of both worlds—the charm of small‑town living with easy access to larger metropolitan areas.  It’s an ideal place to work, grow, and enjoy life in the Pacific Northwest.

Th Maintenance Apprentice (Journeyman) will help oversee all of the electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and mechanical equipment and associated systems for the facility, grounds, and production equipment. 

The Maintenance Apprentice  (Journeyman)will:

• Assists with maintenance and repairs to a variety of electro-mechanical equipment which includes: inspection equipment, batch house systems, forming machines, fans, air compressors, vacuum pumps, air conditioning systems, conveying, packaging, and warehouse.
• Helps team to ensure the proper functioning of the piping systems; air, heating, water, and drainage, electrical distribution, communication systems and the fire alarm system.
• Comply with all Safety Programs required by O-I Kalama
• Performs routine, preventive, and emergency repairs, under any circumstance or environment, in a safe, timely and efficient manner.
• Learns precision equipment installations using the appropriate measuring devices.
• Calibrate and set-up measuring and inspection equipment throughout the plant.
• Learn skills with the tools of the trade to include testing and measuring equipment, rigging, and all applicable safety equipment.
  
  Develops skill with oxy-acetylene cutting, structural welding and pipe welding

The Maintenance Apprentice (Journeyman) should:

• Makes sound decisions during routine and emergency situations.
• Communicates effectively, verbally and in writing, any technical issues related to the pursuance of assigned tasks; written logs, work requests, and maintenance pass-down information.
• Provides standard hand tools to adequately perform assigned tasks.
• Maintains punctual, regular and predictable attendance.
• Works collaboratively in a team environment with a spirit of cooperation.
• Displays excellent communication skills including presentation, persuasion, and negotiation skills required in working with customers and coworkers and including the ability to communicate effectively and remain calm and courteous under pressure.
• Respectfully takes direction from Manager.

• 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.
• Must be able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodations 
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. on a full-time basis 

What We Offer:

Hourly Wage: The hourly wage for this position is $30.12

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 [email protected].