Machinist Helper (PCMC Union)

About Us:

BW Converting is a strategic alliance of resources and services that bring together several Barry-Wehmiller companies — Paper Converting Machine Company (PCMC), Winkler Dünnebier (W D), STAX Technologies, Hudson-Sharp, Baldwin Technologies and Northern Engraving and Machine. These industry leaders offer trusted brands and innovative technologies in the design, manufacture, and service of high-performance converting and packaging machinery for the tissue, nonwovens, hygiene, bag-converting, mailing, and printing industries.

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:

As a Machinist Helper at BW Converting you would be responsible for providing general support to the machine shop team through a variety of hands-on tasks. This includes moving parts between work centers, scanning materials, locating parts, assisting machinists with coolant changes, and emptying chip bins and garbage. You would also be responsible for maintaining the overall cleanliness and organization of the shop including the coolant racks, oil racks, fifty-five-gallon barrel racks, and chip poppers throughout the facility.

Job Responsibilities:

• Support machine shop team members by performing a variety of general tasks throughout the shop
• Move parts between work centers, scan materials, and locate parts as needed
• Empty garbage, chip bins, chip poppers, barrels, and containment units including chips, coolant, and swarf
• Maintain fifty-five-gallon barrel racks, coolant racks, and oil racks throughout the facility
• Assist machinists with coolant changes and clean-up associated with the set-up and tear-down of jigs and fixtures
• Operate materials handling equipment including forklifts, pallet jacks, hand trucks, overhead cranes, and dollies to move stock and organize storage
• Perform preventative maintenance on tools and equipment as assigned
• Provide and maintain sufficient basic hand tools required to perform the duties of the position
• Participate in team meetings and contribute input on quality, cost, and production issues
• Communicate effectively and collaborate with team members across the shop
• Maintain work area and equipment in a clean and orderly manner
• Work in accordance with established safety procedures
• Report to the worksite consistently and on assigned shifts with the ability to work overtime as needed
  
  

Education and Experience Requirement:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• Forklift experience a plus
• Experience in a manufacturing environment a plus
  
  

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 Converting