Welder/Fabricator

Barry-Wehmiller Companies Inc.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

BW Papersystems, part of the Barry-Wehmiller Group, seeks an experienced shop/field welder/fabricator for our Kentucky operation. You will interpret drawings, set up welding equipment for MIG/TIG/arc, and perform grinding and painting as needed.

Responsibilities include reading blueprints, determining methods, measuring with precision instruments, and ensuring conformance to specifications. Requires 2–4 years in welding/fabrication and a high school diploma; safety and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Typically 2–4 years of experience in industrial welding or fabrication.
• Ability to understand basic blueprints and tolerances.
• Knowledge of MIG, TIG, and arc welding processes.

Responsibilities

• Interpret moderately complex drawings and route sheets to determine methods and techniques.
• Set up and operate welding equipment; select rods and adjust parameters.
• Perform grinding and painting as required.
• Measure and inspect finished units with precision instruments.
• Identify defective material and report issues to ensure quality.
• Maintain a clean, safe work area and participate in team meetings.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Multitasking

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

MIG welding

TIG welding

Arc welding

Grinding

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:

Position Description: Experienced shop/field role that requires knowledge of job procedures and tools obtained through work experience. May require a technical or vocational education. Works under immediate supervision and problems are typically routine in nature, but may at times require deviation from standard procedures or interpretation.

Key Responsibilities/Complexities:

• Interpret moderately complex drawings, route sheets, specifications and instructions to determine methods and techniques to be applied
• Set up and operate metal arc, shielded arc, or oxyacetylene equipment for welding, brazing, and flame cutting operations; set current, amperage, gas pressures and controls; select rod, wire, tips, electrodes for specific job at hand; fit, position, and secure with holding devices
• Perform moderately complex saw operations and painting as required
• Calculate dimensions and tolerances using knowledge of mathematics and instruments such as micrometers and calipers
• Measure, examine, and test completed units in order to detect defects and ensure conformance to specifications using precision instruments such as micrometers
• Detect defective material, unusual conditions or operating difficulties and report to supervisor describing in accurate detail to ensure proper corrective actions
• Complete necessary documentation to ensure quality and production requirements
• Actively participate in team meetings to communicate and help resolve any cost, quality, or production issues; understand and apply engineering change request process
• Perform all work in accordance with established safety procedures
• Maintain equipment and work area in a clean, orderly, and safe condition
• Other duties as assigned

Job Specifications:

• Ability to understand and interpret basic blueprints, specifications, and machined part prints
• Beginning level grinding knowledge
• Beginning level experience in MIG, TIG, and flex core welding
• Must be able to operate tools properly, safely, efficiently and effectively
• Highly team oriented
• Communication skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Ability to multi-task

Required Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Typically has 2-4 years of experience in industrial welding or fabrication

At BW Papersystems 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 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.