Mechanical Assembly Technician

Company Overview:
We design, develop and manufacture case packers and tray packing solutions for flexible and other tough-to-handle packages such as doypacks, pillow bags, and four-sided sealed bags. Built for around-the-clock operation, these solutions have a worldwide reputation for their quick change-over, flexibility, speed, and comprehensive design. Our Integrated state-of-the-art technologies include gravity, pick and place, wrap-around, and vision-guided robotics.
At BPA, we are absolutely passionate about innovation. It adds the fun and inspiration to our work that people need to excel. Our customers stimulate innovation by developing new needs, and we are on a never-ending quest to find a better, simpler way. BPA has no innovation budget. Innovation is what we are.
Position:
We are currently seeking a Mechanical Assembly Technician at our South Chesterfield, VA location.
Duties include but are not limited to:

• Assemble mechanical assemblies as instructed.
• Assemble various conveyor assemblies as instructed.
• Maintain all 5S standards.
• Periodic travel may be required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education/ Experience & Qualifications:

• A minimum of a high school diploma (or equivalent) and 1 year of experience in a mechanical environment is required. However, a combination of experience and/or education will be taken into consideration.
• Basic ability to interpret and understand mechanical drawings.
• Basic knowledge of mechanical assemblies is required.
• Experience in industrial automation preferred.
• Basic computer skills are required.
• A demonstrated ability to follow instructions, make decisions, solve problems, and exercise good judgment and flexibility in an effort to maintain the schedule.
• Close attention to detail and quality is required.
• Good communication, organization, and interpersonal skills are required.
• High awareness of client satisfaction level and client needs.
• Applicants must be capable of working under tight requirements, in a high-volume environment with multiple priorities.
• The successful candidate will have a strong work ethic and good problem-solving skills and be able to interact efficiently with others.

At this time, BPA will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization for this position.
BPA prides itself on the quality of its employees; candidates who receive an employment offer will be required to pass a drug screen and background check successfully.
BPA offers an opportunity to grow and develop your career in an environment that provides a fulfilling workplace for employees, creates an environment for continuous learning, and embraces the ideas and diversity of others. In addition, we offer a robust benefits package including a majority employer-paid employee health, dental, vision, life, and disability; 4 weeks during the first year of employment, as well as 401(k) with a 6% match.
BPA is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans.