Perrysburg, Ohio, March 6, 2025 —Rebecca Schilling is the Global Director of Environmental Affairs at O-I Glass, Inc., where she leads the development of strategic and technical environmental roadmaps to establish best practices for reducing the company’s glass-bottle manufacturing footprint. More than just a regulatory role, Rebecca’s position sets industry benchmarks for environmental responsibility. Her work has made significant strides in mitigating the impacts of the company’s operations on air, waste and water, ensuring that sustainability remains a core pillar of operations. She fosters a culture of environmental stewardship grounded in collaboration, with a meticulous focus on monitoring and supporting with best practices to align operations with the company’s ambitious sustainability goals.
Beyond her professional impact, Rebecca is a passionate advocate for women’s empowerment—both within the workplace and in communities worldwide. She founded and co-leads O-I Glass’s Global Women’s Engagement Network, a program dedicated to mentoring and uplifting the next generation of female talent. Through this initiative, she has organized workshops, global events and speaker series featuring women from diverse industries and backgrounds. She also speaks on panels for young women at local universities to facilitate internships, mentorships, and job-shadowing opportunities, paving the way for more women to thrive in the glass-manufacturing industry.
Rebecca’s commitment to supporting women extends far beyond the corporate world. Her work has played a pivotal role in helping women in India gain access to clean drinking water, ensuring a fundamental resource for healthier lives and stronger communities. She has also worked directly with victims of domestic violence, helping them navigate critical legal support and access essential resources for safety and stability. In factories around the world, Rebecca works to empower and educate female employees. Rebecca continues to witness the incredible power of women across the globe, which has deepened her commitment to raising awareness and driving change—whether in workplaces or communities, she is working to make an impact.
“I hold a deep commitment to creating a more sustainable future for our industry and the earth. By integrating guidelines into O-I’s operations, we can act to ensure that we not only meet regulatory requirements but also set industry benchmarks for environmental responsibility.”
On March 6, 2025, the Manufacturing Institute—the workforce development and education partner of the National Association of Manufacturers—recognized Rebecca as a 2025 Women MAKE Awards Honoree. The Women MAKE Awards, formerly the Step Ahead awards, recognize women in science, technology, engineering, and production careers who exemplify leadership within their companies.
“As a 2025 Women MAKE Awards Honoree, it is an honor for me to represent women in manufacturing at all levels of the company at O-I Glass,” she says. “Actively engaging, advocating for, and mentoring women is something very dear to me, and I hope to continue finding ways to promote this throughout my career.”
As co-leader and founder of O-I’s Global Women’s Engagement Network, Rebecca has focused on mentoring and engaging the next generation of female talent by creating inclusive programs that foster growth and empowerment, organizing workshops and speaker series featuring successful women from diverse industries, offering invaluable insights and real-world experiences. These events encourage dialogue and inspire women to pursue their ambitions, showing them the possibilities that lie ahead. Rebecca actively promote the importance of building strong professional networks, equipping participants with the tools to navigate their careers effectively.
In addition to actively leading the charge at O-I for mentoring and empowering women in STEM, Rebecca is also actively involved in supporting women in her community.
“I am committed to being a role model for future generations, demonstrating that with resilience and support, we can overcome challenges and create a more equitable society. I am proud to support women and use my various platforms to amplify the voices of women everywhere.”
ABOUT O-I GLASS
At O-I Glass, Inc. (NYSE: OI), we love glass, and we are proud to be one of the leading producers of glass bottles and jars around the globe. Glass is not only beautiful, it is also pure, healthy, and completely recyclable, making it the most sustainable rigid packaging material. Headquartered in Perrysburg, Ohio (USA), O-I is the preferred partner for many of the world’s leading food and beverage brands. We innovate in line with customers’ needs to create iconic packaging that builds brands around the world. Led by our diverse team of approximately 23,000 people across 68 plants in 19 countries, O-I achieved revenues of $7.1 billion in 2023. Learn more about us: o-i.com / Facebook / Twitter / Instagram / LinkedIn
