Assembler

About Us

BW Converting is a strategic alliance of resources and services that bring together several Barry-Wehmiller companies — Paper Converting Machine Company (PCMC), Winkler + Dünnebier (W+D), STAX Technologies, Hudson-Sharp, Baldwin Technologies and Northern Engraving and Machine. These industry leaders offer trusted brands and innovative technologies in the design, manufacture, and service of high-performance converting and packaging machinery for the tissue, nonwovens, hygiene, bag-converting, mailing, and printing industries. Barry-Wehmiller is a diversified global supplier of engineering consulting and manufacturing technology for the packaging, corrugating, sheeting and paper-converting industries. By blending people-centric leadership with disciplined operational strategies and purpose-driven growth, Barry-Wehmiller has become a $3 billion organization with nearly 12,000 team members united by a common belief: to use the power of business to build a better world.

Job Description

These positions will fit and assemble mechanical and/or electrical components according to prints or sketches, and construct high-speed, precision machine equipment.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Read and analyze assembly and electrical prints/bills of material and order acknowledgment documentation to plan machine-building operations.
• Fit and assemble components according to specifications using proper tools and verifying conformance of parts.
• Assemble, set up, and may operate machine to verify functioning, machine capabilities, and conformance.
• May form and fasten pneumatic and hydraulic lines, fixtures, and attachments required to service machine with air and oil.
• May install wiring, electrical components, and panel building to specifications.
• May debug assemblies and machines by identifying and correcting problems affecting proper operation.
• Identify and communicate with project team regarding build issues and documentation.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• A technical degree in Electro-Mechanical Technology or a related field preferred, or a high school diploma with a minimum of one year experience related to mechanical, HPL, and/or electrical assembly of industrial machinery.
• Possess the written, verbal, and interaction skills necessary to work both independently and cooperatively.
• Possess basic math skills such as addition, subtraction, division, and multiplication.
• Possess appropriate hand tools.
• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• 18 years old at the time of hire to operate equipment.

COMPETENCES

• Customer Focus – Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions.
• Instills Trust – Gaining the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity.
• Drives Results - Consistently achieving results, even under tough circumstances.
• Communicates Effectively - Developing and delivering multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.
• Optimizes Work Processes - Knowing the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement.

LEADERSHIP RESPONSIBILITY

This position does not directly lead other team members.

WORK ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Stand, walk, bend, squat, twist, reach or otherwise move about frequently.
• Occasional repetitive motion and grasping.
• Occasional climbing to reach areas on machines or racks.
• Lift, move or otherwise transfer up to 50 lbs. occasionally, >20 lbs. frequently.
• Typically sits, grasps items or performs keyboarding for occasional operation of a computer.
• Exposure to typical machine shop physical hazards which may require respiratory protection.