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Mechanical Assembler

Company:
BW Filling & Closing
Location:
Forest, VA, 24513
Posted:
May 08, 2026
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Description:

Mechanical Assembler

BW Packaging is driving performance at the intersection of people, technology, and customer care. 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.

As a Mechanical Assembler at BW Packaging, you will be responsible for the mechanical assembly of machines, equipment, and conveyor systems, utilizing hand and power tools while reading and interpreting engineering drawings and blueprints. You will collaborate within a team environment to assist with machine start-up, debugging, testing, and customer acceptance testing, while also identifying problems and recommending solutions. Additionally, you will support the preparation of equipment for shipping, including tear-down and crating of machinery, in a non-climate-controlled environment.

Job Responsibilities

Perform mechanical assembly of machines, equipment, sub-assemblies, and components, including the assembly and testing of conveyor systems

Read and interpret mechanical engineering drawings and blueprints, with the ability to convert measurements between decimals and fractions

Operate a variety of hand tools, power tools, forklifts, and manlifts safely and effectively to complete assembly tasks

Assist with final machine adjustments, start-up, debugging, testing, and customer acceptance testing to ensure equipment meets specifications

Identify mechanical problems during the assembly and testing process and recommend appropriate solutions

Work collaboratively within a team environment while also demonstrating the ability to work independently with minimal supervision

Prepare finished equipment for shipping, including tear-down and crating of machinery for safe transport

Demonstrate strong mechanical aptitude in a non-climate-controlled manufacturing environment while maintaining quality and safety standards

Education and Experience Requirements

3+ years of assembly experience preferred

3+ years of assembly experience required

High school diploma or GED equivalent

Will need to bring own basic hand tools

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

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