About the job
This role embodies the essence of O-I. As the Global Network Leader (GNL) for Furnace, you will adeptly navigate the O-I Way of operations and possess a profound understanding of our Manufacturing Fundamentals. Your ability to forge robust connections with O-I colleagues and joint venture or licensee personnel globally will be key. Promoting a culture of safety will be paramount in your approach.
Recognized primarily as a Technical Expert in Batch and Furnace operations, you will demonstrate proficiency across a wide array of topics. Your responsibilities will span from design inception and project execution to all facets of daily plant operations and maintenance throughout the entire asset lifecycle, culminating in decommissioning or demolition. You will be equipped to address inquiries from all organizational levels regarding this discipline, consistently sharing knowledge and identifying avenues for improvement.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Exhibit a Safety First mindset, clearly visible in your work approach, especially in the field.
- Act as the voice of the Furnace Discipline, maintaining a unified message regardless of the audience, as your communication reflects O-I.
- As part of the Global Network for Furnace, your primary objective is to serve the business, making a positive impact on key focal areas, including:
- Health, Safety & Environment
- Training
- Operational Controls and Asset Protection Systems Auditing
- Preventative & Reactive Maintenance
- Rebuild & Hot Repair Project preparation & execution
- New Technology Deployment
- Quality Upset Diagnosis & Recovery (Remote & In-field)
- Regularly assess and retain the best practices while also learning from mistakes and incidents in the field to prevent recurrence.
- Collaborate closely and effectively with other disciplines to ensure the best outcomes for the business.
- Cultivating relationships at all organizational levels is essential, particularly within our Global Furnace Network and Melting Process Area.
- Lead a specific focus area within the Discipline, establishing yourself as a subject matter expert, contributing to strengthening in-plant operations and your personal development.
- As GNL, you will also support our Joint Ventures & Licensee Plants worldwide, providing training, operational guidance, strategies, and troubleshooting support, again fully representing O-I.
- On-site support for activities will be required as necessary.
SCOPE AND IMPACT
As a GNL for Furnace, you...

