About Us
BW Packaging is driving performance at the intersection of people, technology, and customer care. As part of the privately held Barry‑Wehmiller family, we unite a global team of packaging experts with a clear purpose: People Who Care, Building Solutions that Perform. We take on our customers’ toughest challenges as our own – delivering both innovative and enduring solutions that set the standard for value and performance. Our strength comes from our people and the power of our brands – trusted names in packaging that are known worldwide for engineering excellence, application expertise, and lifetime commitment to customer success. Truly Human Leadership guides our belief that exceptional business results and profound respect for people together provide the foundation of enduring success. We are committed to forging lasting partnerships with our customers, earning their trust through integrity, expertise, and execution. With our full range of packaging solutions and long‑term partnership and service, we help customers achieve operational excellence today while building the future of packaging together.
Job Description
We are looking for a time‑served Mechanical Assembly Engineer that will be responsible for ensuring that equipment and machinery is assembled to a high standard, within expected timelines. Helping the team provide an Exceptional Customer Experience by achieving our Operational Excellence goals, driving continuous improvement, promoting good teamwork, and acting in line with the company’s policies and values.
Responsibilities
* Comply with the Health & Safety at Work Regulations 1974, current legislation and BWIS company policies & procedures
* Ensure safety glasses and shoes are always worn in the assembly areas along with additional PPE when required
* Read and analyse assembly drawings, bills of material and specifications, to plan machine build operations.
* Fit and assemble components according to specifications. Using the correct tools and recognised engineering methods.
* Form and fasten pneumatic lines, fixtures, and components required to service machine with compressed air.
* Communicate any build and documentation issues to Operational Leadership.
* Mark all fasteners and sign worksheet, to confirm torque and quality checks have been completed
* Dismantle equipment and assist with packing and loading if required
* Offer guidance and support to supplementary mechanical assembly labour when required. Ensuring that BWIS procedures, quality and safety standards are adhered to.
* Providing training, guidance, and support to apprentices and other members of the assembly team to increase their skills and knowledge base
* Clean and organise all equipment and work areas, ensuring they are always free from hazards and customer ready
* Be available & have flexibility to work overtime on evenings and weekends if or when it is required
Minimum Qualifications, Experience & Expectations
* 3+ years’ experience in mechanical assembly, ideally in the packaging industry
* Education in a relevant engineering discipline, Advanced NVQ Level 3 or equivalent Apprenticeship.
* Excellent interpersonal and time management skills
* A self‑starter with a ‘can do’ flexible attitude.
* Ability to work as an individual or as part of a team.
* Drive and determination to succeed
* Possess appropriate hand tools
Equal Opportunity Statement
We are an equal opportunities employer. 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 can bring about innovation, excellence and meaningful work – therefore, people from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Please let us know if you require reasonable accommodations during the interview process.
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