Mechanical Assembler

About Us:

BW Papersystems, part of Barry-Wehmiller, combines extremely strong brands, innovative technologies and long-standing global experience in the corrugating and finishing, sheeting and packaging, and stationery, book-binding and security-documents industries. BW Papersystems brings together 11 brands—BW Bielomatik (BWB), BWP Zerand, Curioni, JAG SYNCHRO, K&H Machinery Co. Ltd., Kugler-Womako, MarquipWardUnited (MWU), SHM, VortX, WillPemcoBielomatik (WPB) and Wrapmatic—that synthesize manufacturing in the paper process industries. We offer market-leading technology for full corrugators in a variety of configurations, rugged rotary die cutters and flexo folder gluers, as well as starch-mixing systems. Customers rely on us for folio-size, cut-size and digital-size sheeting and packaging of paper, board and other materials. In addition, BW Papersystems’ portfolio includes stationery, passport production and specialized paper-converting applications, as well as book-on-demand binding lines, digital print finishing and RFID processing technology.

 

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:

Plan and perform a normal range of operations connected with the assembly and erection of company-produced machines.  Responsible for the mechanical assembly and erection of box-making machines comprised of feed, printing, cutter, scorer-slotter sections and related units in accordance with design specifications.  Erection work involves working from complex drawings and a considerable number of component parts that require skill and care to align, fit, and assemble into units and obtain exacting operating performance and appearance.

Key Responsibilities/Complexities:

• Work from assembly drawings, specifications and instructions to plan work in proper sequences. 
• Assemble sections of machines and various combinations thereof as indicated by customer specifications. 
• Perform complex assembly operations to exacting tolerances; work with rotating shafts, gear trains, mechanical structures, and sprockets.    
• Use measuring instruments to level and align work, detect and eliminate run-out, work to close tolerances with a demand for square, concentricity and parallelism.
• Detect defective material, unusual conditions or operating difficulties and report to proper supervision.
• Assist personnel as necessary to resolve critical assembly problems and maintain proper workflow through assigned area; assist in training less experienced associates.
• Complete necessary documentation to ensure quality and production requirements.
• Collaborate with other departments regarding process and design initiatives; use knowledge, skill and experience to make recommendations for improvements to design and/or processes.
• Assist in generating standard work instructions/procedures; train others on proper procedures.
• May act as backup to the group lead, reporting daily team needs/opportunities to the team leader.
• Performs all work in accordance with established safety procedures.

Competencies:

• Must be able to read blueprints and interpret complicated specifications.
• Must have thorough understanding of complex machine assemblies.
• Understand and operate various hand and power tools involved in assembly.
• Willingness to assist assembly team with other duties as required.

Required Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or GED.
• 1 years’ mechanical or automotive maintenance, repair or assembly experience.

 

At Barry-Wehmiller we recognize that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job.  If your experience is close to what you see listed here, please still consider applying.  We know that our differences often can bring about innovation, excellence and meaningful work—therefore, people from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply to our positions.  Please let us know if you require reasonable accommodations during the interview process. ​

Barry-Wehmiller is an equal opportunity employer. M/F/D/V This organization uses E-Verify.

 

Applicants may be subject to pre-employment screening which may include drug screening, reference checks, employment verifications, background screening and/or skills assessments.

 

Company:

BW Papersystems