Job Description

THE SYSTEMS DISCIPLINE NETWORK LEADER is responsible for technically leading and building capabilities of the country group glass manufacturing operations by providing Plant Systems and Engineering expertise to OI North America facilities and the Global Manufacturing Excellence group as well as lead improvement initiatives in facilities for asset reliability and up time. Position will also provide technical leadership to the business unit concerning production issues, process improvements related to job performance, completion of rebuilds and capital projects and closure of skills gaps to improve the overall country group systems discipline.  Reporting relationship (matrix) will consist of direct reporting to the Global Manufacturing Excellence Country Group Leader with dotted line accountability to the Global Leader – Manufacturing Asset Reliability. THE SYSTEMS DISCIPLINE NETWORK LEADER WILL:

• Establish close working relationships with manufacturing leaders to ensure job change safety, process and organization requirements are met by providing technical training and technical leadership to build factory capability.
• Identify and direct continuous improvement efforts to improve operational excellence surrounding forehearth maintenance, operation and efficiencies.
• Lead country group plant network leaders in successful execution of Manufacturing Fundamentals non-negotiables and baseline requirements.  Lead the self-assessment and review processes for assigned factories and/or Focus Factories.
• Lead and participate in the monthly and annual country group and global network meetings related to the discipline.
• Lead regional manufacturing facilities in the development of discipline goals and targets and drive teams to perform to those goals through focused reporting and accountability.
• Interface with Engineering functions within the country group to develop and execute capital and asset reliability projects throughout the network.
• Establish and lead the execution of reliability maintenance programs in conjunction with the Global Lead – Manufacturing Asset Reliability, using GMIS tools as a catalyst for change.
• Oversee country group vendor programs for compressor maintenance, and water systems testing and treatment.
• Interface with the Risk Management team to assist facilities in the closure of risk related mitigation projects.
• All other duties as assigned

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

This role will require up to 50% to 75% travel depending on activity levels and initiatives in the country group.  Typically Monday through Friday, but some weekend work/travel can be expected.

Qualifications

Position Requirements:

THE COUNTRY GROUP SYSTEMS DISCIPLINE LEADER (DNL) is responsible for the implementation of significant improvements in manufacturing capabilities as well as significant improvements in asset reliability, up time and performance across the country group, while ensuring the standardization and execution of GMF best practice processes.

It will be important for the DNL to maintain strong relationships globally. The DNL will work directly with Plant Managers, Plant Engineers, Maintenance Leaders, Maintenance Planners and Country Group Engineering resources. The incumbent is required to influence rather than direct.

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO 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 hr.recruiters@o-i.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.