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Forming Operator - Journeyman

Lapel, IN · On-site

$36.23/hr

A cold beer after a hard day's work or a bottle of sparkling mineral water to quench your thirst ... The Forming Operator Journeyman operates the bottle forming machine, tools and equipment, performs ...

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Machine Operator

Camarillo, CA · On-site

$17.25 - $20.75/hr

Job Title: Packaging Machine Operator The Packaging Machine Operator sets up, operates, and ... Measure pills by length and width and verify bottle dimensions to confirm accuracy against ...

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How much do bottle operator jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 12, 2026, the average hourly pay for bottle operator in the United States is $19.51, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.07 and $20.91 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a bottle operator do?

A Bottle Operator is responsible for operating and maintaining machinery that fills, caps, and labels bottles in manufacturing or packaging facilities. Their duties include setting up machines, monitoring the bottling process to ensure quality and safety standards, troubleshooting minor equipment issues, and performing routine maintenance. Bottle Operators also inspect bottles for defects and ensure proper labeling and packaging before products are shipped. This role is essential for efficient production in industries such as food and beverage, pharmaceuticals, and cosmetics.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a bottle operator, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Bottle Operator, you need a high school diploma or equivalent, basic mechanical aptitude, and familiarity with manufacturing processes. Experience with bottling machinery, conveyor systems, and quality control protocols is highly valuable. Attention to detail, teamwork, and problem-solving skills help ensure smooth operations and quick resolution of issues. These skills and qualities are crucial for maintaining production efficiency, product quality, and workplace safety.

What are some common challenges faced by bottle operators, and how can they be addressed?

Bottle Operators often encounter challenges such as maintaining consistent machine performance, minimizing downtime, and ensuring quality control during high-volume production runs. These challenges can be addressed by developing strong troubleshooting skills, following strict safety and cleanliness protocols, and collaborating closely with maintenance teams and quality assurance staff. Staying attentive to machine indicators and participating in regular training can also help Bottle Operators quickly identify and resolve issues, ensuring smooth operations and product quality.

What is the difference between Bottle Operator vs Can Line Worker?

AspectBottle OperatorCan Line Worker
CredentialsHigh school diploma, on-the-job trainingHigh school diploma, on-the-job training
Work EnvironmentManufacturing plant, packaging lineManufacturing plant, packaging line
Industry UsageBeverage, bottled water, and chemical industriesFood, beverage, and canned goods industries
Job FocusOperating machinery to fill and seal bottlesOperating machinery to fill and package cans

Both roles involve operating packaging machinery in manufacturing settings, often within the beverage or food industries. While they share similar credentials and work environments, Bottle Operators focus on bottles, whereas Can Line Workers handle cans. The choice depends on the specific product line and industry focus.

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Infographic showing various Bottle Operator job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 47% Full Time, 51% Part Time, 1% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $40,576 per year, or $19.5 per hour.

Forming Operator - Journeyman

Lapel, IN • On-site

O-I
Manufacturing • 10K+ employees
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$36.23/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 19 days ago

Job description

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? Our Lapel plant is a great location because you can experience the strong sense of community found in a small Midwestern town, while being less than an hour from Indianapolis and having access to everything that a major city has to offer.

Job Description

The Forming Operator Journeyman operates the bottle forming machine, tools and equipment, performs defect analysis (gauging and visual) and necessary adjustments to the machine, feeder, stacker, etc. and assists with breakdown repairs and job changes.  

The Forming Operator Journeyman will:

  • Perform necessary doping and swabbing of mold equipment, adjust temperatures of mold equipment to the feeder and change, or assist in changing, blanks, molds, finish mold changes and record reason.
  • Reports any bad glass, bad machine conditions, or defective machine parts which cannot be corrected to crew-leaders and supervisors.
  • May be assigned responsibility for additional equipment, up to and including, the point at which the bottles enter the lehr.
  • Gauge weight and selected physical dimensions on complete set-out and/or random sample and record using the computer terminal.
  • Re-qualify all cavities following any major downtime

The Forming Operator Journeyman should have:

  • Previous experience with bottle tongs, hand tools, swabs, conveyors, ware gauges, computer terminal, etc. and materials including molten glass, molds, oil, dope, gloves, compressed air, etc.
  • Ability to work a rotating schedule, with weekend and some holiday coverage
  • Ability to work safely in a hot, dirty and loud environment
  • Commitment to meeting quality standards, comply with SOP's, and willing to learn SPC
Qualifications

Must be able to work a rotating schedule, with weekend and holiday requirements

  • High School Diploma or equivalent
  • Forming Operator Journeyman Card required 
  • Must be able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodations 
  • Must be authorized to work in the U.S. on a full-time basis 
Additional Information

What We Offer at O-I:

Hourly Wage: The hourly wage for this role is $36.23

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].

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Industry

Manufacturing

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Perrysburg, OH, US

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