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Line Observer

O-I
Lexington, NC Full Time
POSTED ON 7/31/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/29/2026
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.

Why do you want to apply? For 50 years, the Winston-Salem plant has been an established and well-respected employer in the community. 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. Winston-Salem, NC is a great area that has the feel of a small town combined with all the amenities of a big city.

Job Description

Pay Rate - $26.73

The Line Observer monitors conveyors, automatic inspection equipment, and case packers for obstructions to ensure they are operating properly and ensure lines are continuously supplied with cartons.

The Line Observer Will

  • Unjam lines, remove obstructions from conveyor, automatic inspection equipment, and case packer to maintain continuous processing of ware.
  • Monitor and perform frequency checks on bottle and carton coders, CMI's, carton printing, gluing bottle detectors, and discard defective ware to cullet conveyor.
  • Empty and discard down ware and cullet in roll out pans.
  • Turns off equipment in case of malfunction and notifies supervisor or maintenance.
  • Hand pack as necessary or when case packer is malfunctioning and off-load filled cartons when full carton line is down.

The Line Observer Should Have

  • Previous experience working in manufacturing or production.
  • Ability to lift 25 lbs. on a regular basis.
  • Ability to work a rotating schedule, with weekend and holiday requirements.

Qualifications

  • At least 18 years of age.
  • High School Diploma or GED.
  • Forklift experience preferred
  • Previous manufacturing experience preferred
  • Shift: rotating 8 hour shifts

Additional Information

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 hr.recruiters@o-i.com.

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