Industrial equipment and engineering solutions for packaging and life sciences
Barry-Wehmiller manufactures capital equipment and engineering solutions across packaging, corrugating, and life-sciences verticals. The tech stack reveals a heavily industrial automation foundation (Rockwell Automation, Siemens, Allen-Bradley, SCADA/HMI/PLC) paired with modern enterprise software (Dynamics 365, Python, GitHub), indicating a transition from legacy controls-only operations toward integrated digital manufacturing. Active projects around ERP modernization, IIoT platform enhancements, and OT security gaps suggest the company is scaling centralized systems across a distributed global footprint while addressing operational technology vulnerabilities.
Notable leadership hires: Finance Shared Services Director
Barry-Wehmiller designs and manufactures packaging equipment, paper-converting machinery, and engineering solutions serving mid-market and enterprise customers in packaging, corrugating, sheeting, labeling, and life-sciences manufacturing. The company operates as a privately held manufacturer with 10,000+ employees across multiple countries, headquartered in Saint Louis. The engineering-forward hiring profile (58 of 99 active roles in engineering, skewed toward senior and lead levels) reflects heavy R&D investment in equipment design and controls. Internal projects span ERP consolidation (Dynamics 365 center of excellence and rollouts), supply-chain standardization, and connected IIoT platform development, indicating an organization modernizing legacy systems while expanding digital-first manufacturing capabilities.
Barry-Wehmiller uses Workday for HR, Dynamics 365 (Finance, Operations, Supply Chain) for enterprise applications, and industrial automation platforms including Rockwell Automation, Siemens NX, Allen-Bradley, and SCADA/HMI/PLC systems. Development is supported by Python, GitHub, AutoCAD, Revit, and SolidWorks.
Yes. Engineering roles account for 58 of 99 active positions, with most at senior and lead levels. The company is actively hiring across the United States, India, Germany, and the United Kingdom.
Active initiatives include ERP implementations with Dynamics 365, enhancements to a connected IIoT platform, front-end design for pharmaceutical and biotech manufacturing facilities, supply-chain competency development, OT network security improvements, and equipment deployment for life-sciences clients.
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