Company Description

About O-I

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 your 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 1922 the O-I plant in Zanesville has been a well-respected employer in the community.  Offering above-average compensation and excellent benefits.  It boasts a multicultural workforce and combines strong leadership with a collaborative union environment.  Furthermore, O-I fosters an inclusive atmosphere with opportunities for growth and advancement. Zanesville is a lovely small town with a rich, historic past.  Just 30 minutes west of Columbus, OH, situated at the junction of the Licking River and Muskingum River.

Job Description

The Plant Controller is responsible for the accounting and internal controls in a plant environment. This position also supervises various financial transactions, administers the plant's cost control function, and coordinates the plant's forecasting and budgeting.

The Plant Controller should have: 

Knowledge of controlling, including standard cost and manufacturing variance conceptExperience providing financial analysis and building business casesProven ability to communicate across all levels of the organizationA strong desire to work in a manufacturing environment

The Plant Controller will:

Be responsible for planning functions, including budgeting and forecastingManage the balance sheet and P&L statement preparationSupervise fixed assets of the facilitySupervise fixed assets of the facilityExecute monthly Sarbanes-Oxley requirements           Ensure accurate reporting of Lean Six Sigma project savings  Be part of the Plant Leadership Team and contribute to integral business decisions

QualificationsA Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Accounting, Finance, or a related fieldAt least 3 years of related work experienceSarbanes-Oxley experience is preferredStrong verbal/written communication skills and ability communicate effectively with all levels of the organizationKnowledge of Microsoft office applications, and experience with SAP and/or ERP systems preferred Certified Manufacturing Accountant (CMA) is a plus

Additional Information

What we offer at O-I:

Salary Range:  The expected salary range for this position is between $85,000 and $110,000 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 coveragePre-tax accountsWell-being program which includes opportunity to earn employer contributionsLife and AD&D InsuranceDisability Insurance401(k) retirement saving plans with employer contributionsFinancial advisors to assist with retirement planning and financial wellnessEmployee 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].