Electro-Mechanic Journeyman

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? The Kalama plant is one of O-I’s newer, non-union facilities. It is a clean and well-kept facility with an excellent safety and environmental record. The plant has a stable, long-term workforce and boasts a team focused environment. Furthermore, O-I fosters an inclusive atmosphere with opportunity for growth and advancement. Kalama, WA is a great area, close to 2 lakes and only 40 miles to Portland, OR.

The Electro-Mechanic Journeyman performs all of the electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and mechanical repairs and maintenance to the equipment. It is a multi-craft position that requires mechanical, maintenance, carpenter, plumbing, welding, and electrical skills.

The Electro-Mechanic Journeyman will

- Install, repair, erect, dismantle and assemble all types of plant machinery and electrical or electronic equipment and component parts (such as motors, switches, control boards, PLCs VFDs, generators, circuit breakers, etc.)
- Inspect glass forming machines and miscellaneous factory operating machines, related parts and components
- Makes line repair adjustments to glass forming machines
- Weld, braze, scrape, solder and cut various types of metals necessary for maintenance repairs and fabrication of new components and equipment
- Determines cause of breakdown or required repairs, reconditioning or replacements

The Electro-Mechanic Journeyman should have

- Experience installing, maintaining and troubleshooting various types of industrial machinery
- Experience reading blue prints, wiring diagrams, shop hand books and layouts
- Experience completing routine reports and correspondence
- Strong problem solving skills

Requirements

High School degree or GED; A Washington State Electrical License is Required; Journeyman card (Maintenance or Electrical); 5+ years experience as a mechanical journeyman or equivalent combination of education and experience.; Must have maintenance experience in an industrial environment, including electrical, pipefitting, and metal fabricating; Previous glass industry experience is preferred; Must be able to pass our maintenance journeyman written test; Basic PC literacy (Word, email, basic data entry); Able to lift 40 lbs. on a regular basis; Must be able to work a 12-hour shift, which includes weekends and holidays

Benefits

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