Machinist

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Akron, OH, USA
In-Office
Mid level
Design
The Role
The Machinist sets up and operates manual and CNC machines to produce metal and plastic components, ensuring quality standards and efficient production flow.
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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.


 

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:

BW Packaging is seeking a Machinist to Join our Team! The Machinist is responsible for setting up, operating, and maintaining manual and CNC machinery to produce precision metal and plastic components. In this role, you will ensure that parts are manufactured to exact specifications, meets quality standards, and supports efficient production flow.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Plan and perform a normal range of machining activities including milling, turning drilling, tapping boring, facing, recessing, thread cutting, and similar machining operation on a variety of precision components made from ferrous and nonferrous metals and alloys.

  • Select proper tools, materials, and speeds/feeds to optimize machining process.

  • Measure and inspect finished parts using calipers, micrometers, gauges, and other precision instruments.

  • Work from drawings, route sheets, specifications, and instructions to determine operational sequence and tooling, and to select and set appropriate speeds and feeds based on material type and finish requirements. 

  • Recommend and implement process improvements to increase equipment reliability, workflow optimization, efficiency and water reduction.

  • Ensure all parts meet dimensional and quality specifications.

  • Able to plan and execute work to precision tolerances, allowances, and finishes. 

  • Work closely with engineering, quality, and other production team members to ensure accurate documentation and resolve issues.

  • Follow all safety guidelines, including wearing required PPE, and maintain a clean, organized work area.

  • Conduct routine machine maintenance and report issues to maintenance team.

  • Collaborates effectively with team members, engineers, and supervisors through clear communication and strong interpersonal skills in a CNC machining setting.

  • Possess basic shop math skills including trigonometry and geometry. 

  • Willingness to work overtime as needed.

  • Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned. 

Basic Qualifications & Requirements:

  • High School Diploma or GED equivalent with 4+ years of related experience

AND/OR

  • Certificate or degree in Machine Tool Technology or related field

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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 Packaging

Top Skills

Cnc Machinery
Precision Measuring Instruments
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The Company
HQ: Saint Louis, MO
5,547 Employees

What We Do

We’re Building A Better World. We’re more than just a successful capital equipment and engineering solutions firm. We’re an organization fiercely committed to improving the lives of our team members across the globe. By providing meaningful work in an environment of care and compassion, we send them home fulfilled by their time with us, rather than drained by it. We understand what every human being on the planet desires: to know that who they are and what they do matter. As a business, we have a unique opportunity to let them know that they do. Through our Truly Human Leadership culture and personal growth initiatives, we help them become their best selves. And when we bring out their best, they give their best. To their work, their team members and friends, our customers and suppliers, the people in the communities in which they work and live, and--most important of all--to their families. And before you know it, a better job has helped build a better world!

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