Combustion Engineer
- Location
- Toano, VA
- Listed
- 6 days ago
About the role
The Combustion Engineer works in partnership with the Batch and Furnace Manager, and the Production and Quality Managers, to produce glass containers at continuously improving levels of quality and efficiency.
The Combustion Engineer will
- Ensure safe and efficient operating conditions of glass melting furnaces
- Ensure optimal energy consumption and proper burner set-up (flame geometry, length, overall profile)
- Ensure furnace conditions are within prescribed parameters through daily inspections
- Review furnace data on a daily basis and make adjustments as needed
- Assist in managing production targets
- Support continuous improvement and elimination of waste through ongoing analysis and identification of inefficiencies
- Assist with troubleshooting problems within the manufacturing process
The Combustion Engineer should have
- Strong analytical skills and data analysis
- Experience scheduling preventative maintenance
- Experience with environmental regulations
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong troubleshooting skills
- Experience with SAP highly desired
Qualifications & Requirements
- High School diploma required
- Bachelor degree in Ceramic, Chemical, Materials Science or related Engineering field preferred
- 3-5 years of experience in manufacturing
- Furnace operations and/or furnace design experience is highly desired
- Able to perform hands-on physical work, on the plant floor
- Able to lead and work independently in relief of the Batch and Furnace Manager
- Able to travel for training, plants visits and networking
- Must be available for continuous operations
Salary Range
The expected salary range for this position is between $75,000 - 90,000 and includes a possible 12% quarterly incentive bonus. Actual pay will be adjusted based upon candidate experience and other job-related factors permitted by law.
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
About the Company
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? Since 1980 the O-I Plant in Toano has been a well-respected employer in the community. Offering above average compensation and excellent benefits. It boasts a multi-cultural workforce and combines strong leadership with a collaborative union environment. Furthermore, O-I fosters an inclusive atmosphere with opportunity for growth and advancement. Toano, VA is close to major Historic Triangle attractions such as Colonial Williamsburg, and the Busch Gardens Williamsburg and Water Country USA theme parks.
Equal opportunity and legal notices
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 stie may request reasonable accommodations by emailing.
From O-I's careers page, first listed on Rolev.ai on November 3, 2026. Rolev.ai is not the employer.
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