Wiring Technician (ControlTech Automation)

PCMC; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated assembly technician to join their team in St. Louis. This role involves assembling and wiring components with precision, ensuring compliance with high-quality manufacturing standards. The ideal candidate will possess strong wiring and assembly skills, along with a commitment to excellence and teamwork. With a focus on continuous improvement and a results-driven mindset, you will contribute to the success of innovative projects in the manufacturing sector. Join a company that values hard work and offers opportunities for professional growth in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Competitive Pay

Professional Development Opportunities

Team Recognition

Health Benefits

Qualifications

• Proficient in blueprint reading and interpretation for assembly.
• Strong wiring, assembly, and fabrication skills focused on quality.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and wire components to high-quality standards.
• Read and interpret blueprints and wiring diagrams.

Skills

Blueprint Reading

Wiring Skills

Assembly Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Team Collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Hand Tools

Power Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

About Us:

BW Design Group is a fully integrated architecture, engineering, construction, system integration, and consulting firm committed to helping our clients realize their most critical goals from Strategy to Commercialization. As the only firm born from a manufacturing technology company to become an independent and fully integrated firm, we combine deep domain expertise in the manufacturing environment with an approach that is built to serve the dynamic needs of our clients. Rooted in our distinct culture of Truly Human Leadership, we cultivate the leaders who will define tomorrow and partner with our clients in the food & beverage, life sciences, industrial, and advanced technology industries to build the future of manufacturing and 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:

Who You’ll Work With

As an independent division within Barry-Wehmiller Design Group, Inc., ControlTech Automation (CTA) is a control panel integrator and fabricator for process, packaging, utility, and other industries. CTA is based in St. Louis and specializes in control panels for systems integrators and production facilities located throughout the United States. CTA provides control solutions for single pieces of equipment, entire processes, and complete plants. CTA has engineering design capabilities and builds panels from customer-supplied design packages.

Hours:

2nd Shift: 12PM-10:30PM

What You’ll Do

• Assemble and wire components accurately, efficiently, and to high-quality standards, ensuring compliance with manufacturing specifications.
• Measure panels, assemble components, and adjust parts for proper fit using hand and power tools.
• Drill, tap, ream, countersink, and spot-face bolt holes in parts using drill presses and portable power drills.
• Attach nameplates and mark identifying information on parts.
• Read and interpret blueprints, wiring diagrams, and work orders to determine material and assembly requirements.
• Disassemble units to replace parts or prepare them for shipping.
• Maintain a clean and organized workspace, ensuring safety and efficiency at all times.
• Communicate proactively with management and teammates regarding equipment defects or process improvements.
• Rotate through multiple workstations, adapting to workflow needs while maintaining focus and productivity.
• Meet or exceed production expectations, demonstrating initiative and commitment.
• Maintain and service manufacturing equipment to minimize downtime.
• Ensure compliance with UL specifications and company safety policies.
• Take ownership of your work and contribute to team success by staying engaged and focused.

What You’ll Bring:

We hire based on performance, attitude, and a commitment to excellence—not just experience or seniority. The ideal candidate will have:

• A High School Diploma or GED.
• The ability to lift and carry at least 50 pounds without assistance.
• Proficiency in blueprint reading and interpretation for accurate assembly and wiring.
• Strong wiring, assembly, and fabrication skills focused on quality and efficiency.
• The ability to measure parts and determine tolerances using precision measuring instruments.
• Hands-on experience with hand and power tools such as pliers, screwdrivers, wrenches, wire cutters, saws, drills, and grinders.
• A results-driven mindset, committed to meeting and exceeding production goals.
• A dedication to continuous improvement, sharpening skills, and staying current in the industry.
• Strong problem-solving skills and initiative when challenges arise.
• A team-oriented attitude, understanding success through focus, hard work, and collaboration.
• Flexibility, dependability, and full engagement in the job.
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook).

We offer competitive pay and benefits along with opportunities for professional development. If you’re looking for a place where hard work is recognized, performance drives opportunity, and teamwork leads to success, we encourage you to apply! Please submit your resume today!

At Barry-Wehmiller, we value diverse experiences and talents beyond just technical skills. If your background aligns closely with the requirements, we still encourage you to apply. We believe that diversity fosters innovation, excellence, and meaningful work. Please inform us 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 including drug tests, reference checks, employment verifications, background screening, and skills assessments.