Manufacturing Team Leader

About Us:

BW Converting Solutions 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:

The Manufacturing Team Leader is responsible for leading a team of Engravers and Machinists in the production of high-quality engraved rolls. This role focuses on driving operational efficiency, ensuring safety and quality standards, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. The Manufacturing Team Leader also plays a key role in developing team capability and ensuring reliable equipment performance.

Essential Functions

• Lead, coach, and develop a team of associates operating engraving and machining equipment to maximize efficiency, equipment utilization, cross-training, and employee growth.
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement by leveraging tools and resources to reduce downtime, enhance processes, maintain standard work, and identify training needs.
• Serve as a technical resource for the team, providing hands-on support in troubleshooting and problem-solving.
• Support the evaluation and recommendation of future equipment and capital investment needs.
• Lead resolution of quality issues, including containment, root cause analysis, and implementation of permanent corrective actions.
• Proactively identify equipment issues and partner with Maintenance to plan and execute preventive maintenance activities.
• Create and sustain a strong safety culture by promoting safe behaviors, ensuring compliance with policies and procedures, and actively identifying and addressing hazards.
• Ensure work areas and equipment are clean, organized, and maintained in a safe condition; promptly address and report unsafe conditions.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.
  
  

Education & Experience

• Associate degree in a manufacturing-related field with a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience; OR
• High school diploma/GED with at least 8 years of related manufacturing experience.
• Previous leadership experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.
  
  

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong technical expertise in machining, engraving, fabrication, materials, blueprint reading, NC programs, routings, tooling, and fixturing.
• Demonstrated communication, organization, and time management skills.
• Proven problem-solving, planning, and scheduling abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
  
  

Competencies

• Customer Focus – Builds strong relationships and delivers customer-centric solutions.
• Instills Trust – Gains confidence through integrity, honesty, and authenticity.
• Drives Results – Consistently achieves results, even under challenging conditions.
• Communicates Effectively – Clearly conveys information across diverse audiences.
• Optimizes Work Processes – Identifies and implements efficient and effective workflows.
• Action Oriented – Demonstrates urgency, energy, and enthusiasm in tackling challenges.
• Collaborates – Works effectively with others to achieve shared goals.
• Decision Quality – Makes timely and well-informed decisions.
• Manages Ambiguity – Performs effectively in uncertain or evolving situations.
  
  

Leadership Responsibility

• Provides leadership, direction, and support to team members, fostering a high-performance and engaged work environment.
  
  

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