Co-op Fall 2026: Manufacturing & Quality Development Program

To be the leading producer of glass bottles and jars worldwide you need passion, commitment and innovation baked into the very fabric of a business and its people. For more than 120 years, our glass makers have honed their craft—channeling their creativity into more than 1,800 patents held today. When you join O-I you become part of that story.

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. We are dedicated to make what matters to shape a healthier, more sustainable and more exciting world. We transform the industry to make glass more relevant and more accessible to more people.

Applicants must be actively enrolled in a BACHELOR's degree program with a targeted graduation date of December 2026 through May 2028.

As a participant in O-I's 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 12-16 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.

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant Engineering, Operations, or Manufacturing Technology discipline.
• Targeted graduation date: December 2026 through May 2028
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. on a full-time basis
• Attending a college or university in Northwest Ohio

Pay Range:  The hourly pay range for this position is $20-$26 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.

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O-I is committed to fostering an inclusive environment that attracts and embraces the brightest minds and creates a culture that welcomes a diversity of ideas and perspectives while encouraging growth and rewarding performance. 

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

O-I is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact O-I at [email protected] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.