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Barry Wehmiller Group

Painter

Phillips, WI · On-site

$18 - $24.75/hr

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 ...

Paper Converting Machine

CNC Machinist

Phillips, WI

$20.25 - $27.75/hr

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 ...

Paper Converting Machine

Painter

Phillips, WI · On-site

$18 - $24.75/hr

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 ...

Barry Wehmiller Group

Controls Engineer

Phillips, WI

$82K - $106K/yr

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 ...

Barry-Wehmiller Companies

Director, Supply Chain

Phillips, WI · On-site

$180K - $203K/yr

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 ...

Barry Wehmiller Group

Supply Chain Buyer

Phillips, WI · On-site

$59K - $75K/yr

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 ...

Barry-Wehmiller Companies

Supply Chain Buyer

Phillips, WI · On-site

$59K - $75K/yr

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 ...

Barry Wehmiller Group

Director, Supply Chain

Phillips, WI · On-site

$180K - $203K/yr

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 ...

Barry Wehmiller Group

Materials Planner

Phillips, WI · On-site

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 ...

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As of Aug 12, 2026, the average hourly pay for bookbinding in Wisconsin is $20.87, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.45 and $24.28 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a bookbinder?

To thrive as a Bookbinder, you need strong manual dexterity, attention to detail, and familiarity with materials such as paper, adhesives, and fabrics, often gained through vocational training or apprenticeships. Proficiency with bookbinding tools, presses, cutting equipment, and sometimes industry certifications are valuable assets. Patience, creativity, and the ability to work both independently and within a team environment are important soft skills. These skills ensure the creation of high-quality, durable, and visually appealing books while maintaining efficient production standards.

What does a bookbinder do?

A typical day for a Bookbinder involves tasks such as measuring and cutting materials, assembling book sections, binding and gluing pages, and finishing covers by hand or with specialized equipment. Bookbinders often collaborate with designers, print operators, and clients to achieve desired outcomes, especially for custom or restoration projects. Depending on the workplace, you may work on both small, one-off jobs and larger print runs, requiring adaptability and strong time management. The role can be both physically and creatively engaging, offering satisfaction in producing tangible, high-quality products.

How do you become a bookbinder?

To become a bookbinder, you typically need to learn the craft through vocational training, apprenticeships, or on-the-job experience. Skills in hand sewing, paper cutting, and working with tools and adhesives are essential, and some may pursue certifications in bookbinding or conservation to enhance employment prospects.

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A bookbinding job involves assembling and securing the pages of a book within a cover, using various techniques such as stitching, gluing, or stapling. Bookbinders may work with both hand-binding methods for custom or antique books and machine-binding for mass production. Responsibilities often include cutting, folding, gluing, and trimming materials to ensure a durable and visually appealing final product. Skilled bookbinders may also restore old books or create decorative bindings for special editions.

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Painter

Barry Wehmiller Group

Phillips, WI • On-site

$18 - $24.75/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 14 days ago

Job description

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 Production Painter at BW Papersystems you would perform a normal range of metal preparation and painting operations on a wide variety of parts, weldments, subassemblies and assembled company products. You would be working from process sheets, repair orders, specifications and instructions to operate various types of grinders (sanders) and determine colors and areas to paint on machine surfaces.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Interpret drawings, route sheets, specifications, and instructions to perform work.

  • Washing parts with pressure washers and applying conversion coating/sealers

  • Use surface filler materials to build up part surfaces, sandpaper to smooth.

  • Operate various types of hand grinders (sanders); use wire brush, files, and sandpaper to remove scale and burrs. Clean, grind, and prepare metal or painting operations; tape and mask unit to protect areas not to be painted.

  • Set up and operate spray painting equipment to apply standard undercoat sealer and finishing coats of paint. Add thinners as necessary to obtain proper paint viscosity.

  • General knowledge of mixing paints

  • Make necessary adjustments and manipulate gun to control and obtain proper finish; exercise care to prevent sags, dry spray and dirt.

  • Use sand blaster to remove existing rust and slag; must have some knowledge of materials to eliminate distortion that may result from these processes.

  • Operate portable and stand abrasive belt grinders, portable disc grinders and buffing wheels to snag, grind and polish parts.

  • Identify and report defective materials or operational issues to supervisors with detailed descriptions, operate materials handling equipment (forklifts, pallet jacks, hand trucks) to move and organize inventory, and handle proper disposal of hazardous and non-hazardous waste per regulatory requirements

  • Maintain equipment and work areas in clean, orderly, and safe condition while performing all tasks in accordance with established safety procedures

  • Other duties as assigned

Required Experience and Education

  • High School Diploma or equivalent

  • 2+ years of applicable experience

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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.


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