Project Engineer – Quality and Manufacturing Development Program

The Project Engineer supports the implementation, evaluation, and continuous improvement of North America Assurance of Quality (AOQ) requirements across O-I's manufacturing operations. This development-focused role combines structured training with hands-on experience in laboratory operations, quality systems, manufacturing processes, auditing, customer support, and technical problem-solving, providing a strong foundation for long-term career growth. Working alongside quality, engineering, and manufacturing professionals, you will gain valuable exposure to plant operations, cross-functional initiatives, and real-world business challenges while contributing to projects that impact quality, compliance, and operational performance. Through meaningful project assignments, plant exposure, and collaboration with teams across the organization, you'll develop the technical expertise and leadership capabilities needed to assess risk, communicate findings and recommendations, and drive sustainable continuous improvement initiatives. As you progress in the role, you'll build the skills, confidence, and experience required to independently manage projects, lead improvement efforts, and make a measurable impact across O-I's North American manufacturing network, preparing you for future technical and leadership opportunities within the organization. The Project Engineer Will: Plan, execute, and report on laboratory and technical projects from initiation through completion. Conduct or support quality risk assessments, GMP assessments, process audits, compliance audits, and other internal audits across North American manufacturing facilities. Support customer audits through preparation, documentation, evidence collection, and follow-up activities. Verify corrective action effectiveness, identify recurring issues, and assist in developing improvement plans. Maintain audit tools, procedures, training materials, and controlled quality documentation. Support food safety programs, including GMP, HACCP, FSSC 22000, mock recalls, food defense, environmental monitoring, and third-party audits. Ensure compliance with document control, record retention, and confidentiality requirements. Perform container testing and measurements according to approved methods, specifications, and safety requirements. Maintain project documentation, specifications, traceability records, test data, and status updates. Prepare technical reports and clearly communicate results, risks, recommendations, and project updates to key stakeholders. Support laboratory readiness through calibration activities, measurement system evaluations, and safe laboratory practices. Serve as Lab Lead when assigned, coordinating priorities, resources, and project communications. Complete plant training and departmental rotations to develop a comprehensive understanding of glass manufacturing processes, quality systems, inspection equipment, packaging, warehousing, and laboratory operations. …