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Material Handler

Barry-Wehmiller · Phillips, WI · Full time

Posted Sep 25, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

This role covers receiving, storing, picking, packaging and shipping parts. Which of those have you done before?

What they are checking: An honest picture of their warehouse experience so training can focus on gaps.

Tell me about a time you had to work fast without making mistakes.

What they are checking: Ability to balance speed and accuracy in a busy warehouse.

What makes you a reliable coworker?

What they are checking: Attendance, teamwork and dependability, which matter most in a hands-on role.

What would you do

You receive a shipment that does not match the packing slip. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they report discrepancies right away instead of putting stock away incorrectly.

How would you organize stock so parts are easy to find?

What they are checking: Whether they understand that good locations save time and prevent lost inventory.

What would you do if you saw an unsafe stack or blocked aisle?

What they are checking: Whether they act on safety hazards instead of walking past them.

How do you handle assembling kits when one part is missing?

What they are checking: Whether they flag shortages quickly so the kit does not hold up production.

About the work

How do you make sure you pick the right part and the right quantity?

What they are checking: Accuracy habits, since a wrong part shipped to a customer can extend their downtime.

Have you driven a forklift? Tell me about your experience and certification.

What they are checking: Equipment skills and safety awareness for moving heavy machine parts.

How do you package a heavy or fragile part so it arrives undamaged?

What they are checking: Care and practical knowledge that prevent damage claims and customer delays.

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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: As a Material Handler with BW Papersystems, you will receive, store, and process a variety of materials and parts while managing inventory and preparing items for shipment. Your responsibilities include picking, packaging, and shipping parts to customers, as well as assembling kits and organizing stock in proper locations. Additionally, you'll process orders through shipping carriers and prepare manufacturing packets to support production operations. Job Responsibilities: • Receive and process incoming materials, inspecting for damage and comparing quantities against freight bills. • Store and organize inventory in proper locations, maintaining accurate records of all items received and shipped. • Pick, pack, and ship orders through carriers like UPS and FedEx, including building crates when needed. • Perform kitting by assembling lower-level parts into paired numbers and preparing manufacturing packets. • Operate equipment such as forklifts, pallet jacks, and hand trucks to safely move and organize materials. • Maintain a clean, organized work area while following all established safety procedures. • Support after-hours emergency services through on-call availability and participate in team meetings to resolve quality or production issues. • Handle proper disposal of hazardous and non-hazardous waste according to regulations, including correct labeling and spill management. • Other duties as assigned. Required Education and Experience: • High school diploma or GED equivalent. • 1+ years of experience (preferred) • Ability to accurately read a tape measure required. • Experience with woodworking, construction or power tools a plus. #LI-MG2 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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