Mechanical Assembler

Barry-Wehmiller Companies Inc.; Sheboygan (WI); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

BW Papersystems, part of the Barry-Wehmiller Group, seeks a Mechanical Machine Assembler to assemble and erect complex box-making machinery, including feed, printing, cutter, and scorer-slotter sections. The role requires precision alignment, reading blueprints, and using hand and power tools.

The candidate will interpret complex drawings, align components to tight tolerances, and document quality and production data while adhering to safety and process standards.

Qualifications

• Read and interpret blueprints and specifications.
• Proficient with hand tools, power tools, and measuring equipment.
• Assemble and align machine components with precision.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret complex assembly drawings and specifications.
• Assemble and align machine components to tight tolerances.
• Work with shafts, gears, sprockets, and mechanical structures.
• Identify defects and troubleshoot assembly issues.
• Complete quality and production documentation.
• Support team members and train less-experienced employees.
• Recommend improvements to assembly processes and machine designs.
• Follow safety procedures and quality standards.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Hand & power tools

Measuring equipment

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Calipers

Torque wrenches

Quality gauges

Job description

About Us: BW Papersystems, part of the Barry-Wehmiller Group, builds capital equipment that transforms paper into products for consumers - every day, around the world. We offer innovative technologies, service and parts, and years of global experience in corrugating, finishing; slitting and packaging; stationery; bookbinding and security documents. Customers rely on our machines to produce and convert items such as corrugated boxes, folding cartons, passports, notebooks, copy paper, board, and coated and other specialty papers. For more information, visit bwpapersystems.com. 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

The Mechanical Machine Assembler assembles and erects complex box-making machinery, including feed, printing, cutter, and scorer-slotter sections. The role requires precision mechanical assembly, alignment, and adjustment using blueprints, measuring instruments, hand tools, and power tools.

Key Responsibilities

• Read and interpret complex assembly drawings and specifications.
• Assemble and align machine components to tight tolerances.
• Work with shafts, gears, sprockets, and mechanical structures.
• Identify defects and troubleshoot assembly or operating issues.
• Complete quality and production documentation.
• Support team members and train less-experienced employees.
• Recommend improvements to assembly processes and machine designs.
• Follow all safety procedures and quality standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least 1 year of mechanical, automotive, maintenance, repair, or assembly experience.
• Ability to read blueprints and understand complex mechanical assemblies.
• Proficiency with hand tools, power tools, and measuring equipment.
• Strong mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, and problem-solving skills.

#LI-SG1 At Barry-Wehmiller we recognize that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job.

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

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.