Quality Leadership Development Program (Co-op Project Engineer) –Fall 2025

Company Description

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.

Job Description

As a participant in O-Is Quality Leadership Development Co-op Program, you'll have the unique opportunity to learn from industry leaders at our global headquarters in Perrysburg, OH.

This 16 week co-op is an excellent way to immerse yourself in the glass packaging manufacturing industry. You'll take on diverse and challenging projects that will expand your knowledge and enhance your skills. Throughout the program, you'll benefit from hands-on learning experiences, networking opportunities, and social activities, all designed to support your professional growth.

To gain the most out of this co-op, you should have:

• Natural curiosity and willingness to learn
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks and assignments to meet objectives with strong attention to detail
• High level of motivation and ability to work independently
• Excellent communication and presentation skills; able to interact with all levels of the organization

During the co-op development program, you will:

• Perform a variety of tests, analyses, and studies related to the improvement of glass container quality.
• Apply your problem solving skills and knowledge of various statistical tools and methods to design studies, and conduct quality and complaint analyses.
• Participate in the evaluation and testing of new container designs.
• Work with O-I manufacturing plants and customers to investigate glass container quality and/or manufacturing issues.
• Conduct measurements and write reports to summarize and communicate quality analyses.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant Engineering, Operations, or Manufacturing Technology discipline.
• Targeted graduation date: December 2025 through May 2027
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. on a full-time basis

Additional Information

What We Offer at O-I:

Pay Range:  The hourly pay range for this position is $20.00 - $26.00  per hour, based on qualifications and experience. Actual compensation may vary depending on various factors, including but not limited to experience, education, and skill level. This range is provided in compliance with applicable laws and regulations.

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].