Mechanical Assembler

Barry-Wehmiller Companies Inc.; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Barry-Wehmiller is seeking an onsite Mechanical Assembly Technician in Indianapolis to perform basic assembly on production units under supervision. Read blueprints, use hand and power tools, and ensure parts meet tolerances and specifications.

Emphasis on safety, quality, and teamwork to support a fast-paced production environment. The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, ability to read drawings, and physical capability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Basic mechanical aptitude and manual dexterity.
• Ability to read blueprints and work orders.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret blueprints, wiring diagrams, specifications, and work orders to determine materials requirements or assembly instructions.
• Assemble basic sections of machines and attach units to assemblies using hand/power tools.
• Work to close tolerances, align parts with fixtures, gauges and templates.
• Drill, tap, ream, countersink, and spot face holes; file and lubricate parts as needed.
• Use measuring instruments to level and align work and detect run-out.
• Attend team meetings and communicate effectively with coworkers; maintain safety and housekeeping.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Mechanical assembly

Measuring instruments

Quality awareness

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

About Us:

Alliance Machine Systems International, LLC is a privately held company with over 35 years of history dedicated to providing corrugated box manufacturing machines and services to the changing industry. As the paperboard packaging industry's premier global supplier of productivity-enhancing process machinery and systems, we supply innovative designs, intelligent automation, and optimized workflow, coupled with highly responsive parts and service support. Our United States and Europe based engineering, manufacturing, sales and service operations provide a global support system covering the full product portfolio of Alliance, Serco, TEI, ASC, Pallmac, J&L and Tanabe machines. 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:

POSITION SUMMARY

Under direct supervision, perform basic mechanical assembly operations on production units.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES, KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

Read and interpret basic blueprints, wiring diagrams, specifications, and work orders to determine materials requirements or assembly instructions. Assist with or assemble basic sections of machines to customer specifications; attach unit to assembly, subassembly or frame using various hand and power tools. Perform basic mechanical assembly operations to exacting tolerances; position and align parts using fixtures, jigs and templates; work with rotating shafts, gear trains, mechanical structures, and sprockets. Drill, tap, ream, countersink, and spot face bolt holes in parts; file, lap and buff parts to fit; clean and lubricate parts and subassemblies. 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. Assist with the detection of defective material, unusual conditions or operating difficulties and report to supervisor. Attend team meetings; may provide input on quality, cost, or production issues. Regularly and effectively communicate and interact with other team members. Regular and predictable attendance at the worksite and on any assigned shift or work schedule is required for this position, as is the ability to work frequent overtime; this is not a job that can be performed remotely. Perform all work in accordance with established safety procedures. Maintain work area and equipment in clean, orderly and safe manner.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent. Military, trade school or community college coursework in mechanical assembly, repair, and troubleshooting desired.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

This position requires a high level of physical flexibility, strength, and stamina, including the ability to: lift up to 50 pounds repeatedly; see and assess drawings, photos, and written instructions; audibly hear verbal instructions and mechanical signals (forklifts, cranes, machine alarms, etc.); and speak, read, write, and communicate effectively.

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: Alliance Throughout Barry-Wehmiller, we hold ourselves to a unique measure of success: by the way we touch the lives of people. It’s that vision that drives us in creating world-class experiences and solutions for our customers and unites us around our common goal—to use the power of our business to build a better world.