Job Description

About Us:

BW Filling & Closing is one of three divisions — alongside BW Flexible Systems and BW Integrated Systems — which together comprise BW Packaging, Barry-Wehmiller's packaging machinery group. BW Filling & Closing is best known for its portfolio of leading food and beverage packaging machine brands including Pneumatic Scale, Mateer and Hema fillers; Angelus and Continental/Closetech seamers; Arcil thermoform-fill-seal (TFFS) lines; Dairy Pack fill-seal (FS) lines; Pneumatic Scale cappers and Burt labelers; as well as Zepf Solutions for change parts, container handling, and storage solutions. With more than 20 global locations spanning six continents BW Filling & Closing offers unparalleled local support for every customer.

 

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:

Come join Barry-Wehmiller Filling and Closing, part of the Barry-Wehmiller Packaging family of businesses. BWFC is looking for a talented Electrical Assembler who will join our team at our Akron, Ohio facility. In this role you will receive outstanding hands-on training and will be provided with the support and encouragement you need to succeed.

Essential Job Functions:

• Plan and perform a normal range of operations connected with the assembly and erection of company-produced machines.

• Ability to operate various hand and power tools properly, safely, efficiently, and effectively.

• Read and interpret basic wiring diagrams, specifications, and work orders to determine materials requirements or assembly instructions.

• Operate various hand and measuring equipment involved in assembly.

• Drill, tapping, mounting, and routing wires and cable assemblies on various mechanical/electrical structures.

• Ability to troubleshoot electrical circuits.

• Perform all work in accordance with established safety procedures.

• Maintain work area and equipment in clean and orderly condition.

• Possess good communication and interpersonal skills; be able to independently solve problems while interacting with different teammates on daily processes and flow.

• Able to multi-task various duties throughout the day as needed, with an ability to be versatile and flexible.

• Perform other work duties as assigned.

Basic Skills & Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent

• 1+ years of experience in electrical assembly or working in a manufacturing environment

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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 Filling & Closing