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Project Manager - Testing

Barry-Wehmiller · Green Bay, WI · Full time

Posted Sep 14, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

Tell me about a time you led technicians who didn't report to you. How did you get their buy-in?

What they are checking: Whether they can direct technician teams through respect and clarity rather than authority alone.

Tell me about a time you found a design issue during testing. How did you work with engineering to fix it?

What they are checking: Whether they can raise design problems constructively and drive them to a real fix.

What would you do

A machine fails a test step two days before it's supposed to ship. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they protect quality and customer trust instead of letting a known problem ship to hit a date.

How do you schedule testing when several machines finish assembly at the same time?

What they are checking: Whether they can plan scarce test resources and communicate tradeoffs clearly to other teams.

About the work

Walk me through how you'd lead the internal testing of a standard M3 machine through to final internal acceptance.

What they are checking: Whether they can run a structured test phase where nothing gets signed off until it truly works.

How do you make sure service technicians are following the testing procedures every time?

What they are checking: Whether they can enforce process consistency with a hands-on team without micromanaging them.

How do you document test results so problems get fixed and don't come back on the next machine?

What they are checking: Whether they turn testing findings into lasting improvements for engineering and manufacturing.

What safety practices are essential when testing large converting machinery?

What they are checking: Whether they understand the hazards of running new machines and make safety part of every test.

How do you keep leadership informed about testing status without drowning them in detail?

What they are checking: Whether they can report clearly on what is done, what failed and what is at risk.

What experience do you have with tissue, nonwovens or other converting equipment?

What they are checking: Whether they understand the type of machinery being tested well enough to lead it credibly.

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The full job description

As published by Barry-Wehmiller.

About Us: BW Converting is a strategic alliance of resources and services that bring together several Barry-Wehmiller companies — Paper Converting Machine Company (PCMC), Winkler + Dünnebier (W+D), STAX Technologies, Hudson-Sharp, Baldwin Technologies and Northern Engraving and Machine. These industry leaders offer trusted brands and innovative technologies in the design, manufacture, and service of high-performance converting and packaging machinery for the tissue, nonwovens, hygiene, bag-converting, mailing, and printing industries. 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: Lead internal testing of standard equipment (M3) making sure that everything works smoothly to final internal acceptance, directing service technicians’ teams and testing procedures are being followed on. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Testing. Lead internal testing phase of M3 machinery at BW’s plants according to testing procedures. · Ensure that products delivered to customers meet the agreed specifications. · Coordinating work with all stakeholders to align goals and share progress. · Participate at MCR meeting to support the testing phase · Generate/maintain testing plans, as well as documenting all progress for project reporting. Solutions analysis . Produce accurate reports by collecting data from a variety of standard sources and inputting them into standard formats. Interpret data and identify answers. Involves navigating a wide variety of processes, procedures, and precedents and conducting root cause analyses to address operational or system inefficiencies. Continuous improvement. Systematically document improvement opportunities and collaborate with the Engineering team for validation into standards. EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE: · BS in Engineering preferred; or Associates in a Technical Field · Minimum of 8 years of related experience · Demonstrated project completion experience and ownership · Continuous Improvement/Lean Manufacturing Principles KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES: · Communication, organization, and time management skills · Excellent organizational, planning, and scheduling abilities · Excellent problem-solving skills · Ability to manage and maintain product/project files · Proficient in Microsoft Office COMPETENCES: · Customer Focus – Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions. · Instills Trust – Gaining the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity. · Drives Results - Consistently achieving results, even under tough circumstances. · Communicates Effectively - Developing and delivering multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences. · Optimizes Work Processes - Knowing the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement. · Collaborates – Building partnerships and collaborating with others to meet shared objectives. · Decision Quality – Making good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward. · Plans and Aligns – Planning and prioritizing work to meet commitments aligned with organizational goals. · Action-Oriented - Taking on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm. LEADERSHIP RESPONSIBILITY: ​​This position does not directly lead other team members.​ #LI-RA1 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 Converting

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