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Electrical Assembler / Electrical Technician

Barry-Wehmiller · Phillips, WI · Full time

Posted Oct 1, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

Tell me about electromechanical equipment you have built or wired before. What was your part of the job?

What they are checking: The depth and relevance of their hands-on experience with machinery-scale wiring.

Tell me about a time you worked with mechanical assemblers or engineers to solve a build problem.

What they are checking: Whether they work well across trades on a shared machine build.

What would help you grow from assembler toward a technician or test role here?

What they are checking: Motivation to build skills over time and stay with the company.

What would you do

You find the drawing does not match the parts you were given. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they stop and resolve discrepancies with engineering instead of improvising a fix.

You are working under general supervision. How do you decide when to make a call yourself and when to ask?

What they are checking: Judgment about independence, which separates a technician from an entry assembler.

About the work

Walk me through how you would wire a control panel from a schematic, starting with the layout of components.

What they are checking: Whether they have a real, ordered process for panel building rather than learning it on our equipment.

How do you test your wiring before power is applied?

What they are checking: Whether they verify continuity and point-to-point connections, which catches errors before they damage parts.

What wire sizing, color coding or labeling standards have you followed?

What they are checking: Familiarity with the conventions that make a machine serviceable in the field for years.

How do you route and dress wire on a machine so it looks clean and stays protected?

What they are checking: Craftsmanship and whether they think about vibration, heat and moving parts on real equipment.

What safety steps do you follow before powering up a section for the first time?

What they are checking: Whether they understand the real hazards of first power-up on new equipment.

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The full job description

As published by Barry-Wehmiller.

About Us: BW Papersystems, part of the Barry-Wehmiller Group, builds capital equipment that transforms paper into products for consumers - every day, around the world. We offer innovative technologies, service and parts, and years of global experience in corrugating, finishing; slitting and packaging; stationery; bookbinding and security documents. Customers rely on our machines to produce and convert items such as corrugated boxes, folding cartons, passports, notebooks, copy paper, board, and coated and other specialty papers. For more information, visit bwpapersystems.com. 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 Papersystems is seeking an Electrical Assembler / Electrical Technician to join our team! In this role, you will perform duties required for the preparation, sub-assembly and construction of company produced electromechanical equipment. Working under general supervision, you will perform installation and wiring of electrical components on company produced equipment. Essential Functions: • Read and interpret wiring diagrams, specifications, and work orders to determine materials requirements or assembly instructions • Assemble electrical or electronic systems or support structures and install components, units, subassemblies, wiring, or assembly casings using rivets, bolts, and soldering equipment • Solid working knowledge of industrial electrical concepts and principles; understanding of electrical components and use in industrial design of cabinets • Ability to operate various hand and power tools properly, safely, efficiently and effectively • Label, wire and connect switch boxes and control panel terminal boards from wiring diagrams • Check wiring for proper coding and termination; check for shorts, grounds, and continuity; report any design or print errors to supervisor • May participate in testing of completed machines; may diagnose and remedy electrical programs • Detect defective material, unusual conditions or operating difficulties and report to proper supervisor describing in accurate detail to ensure proper corrective actions • Complete necessary documentation to ensure quality and production requirements • Communicate effectively and work within a team environment, and able to independently solve problems while interacting with various teams and teammates on daily processes and flow. • Actively participate in team meetings to communicate and help resolve any cost, quality or production issues • Perform all work in accordance with established safety procedures • Maintain work area and equipment in clean and orderly condition • Perform other duties as assigned Basic Qualification and Requirements: • High school or equivalent or GED equivalent • 2+ years of experience working in an electrical assembly or related field #LI-JK2 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 Papersystems

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