Barry-Wehmiller

Office Coordinator

Romeoville, IL Full time

About Us:

BW Packaging is driving performance at the intersection of people, technology, and customer care. As part of the privately held Barry Wehmiller family, we unite a global team of packaging experts with a clear purpose: People Who Care, Building Solutions that Perform. We take on our customers’ toughest challenges as our own — delivering both innovative and enduring solutions that set the standard for value and performance. Our strength comes from our people and the power of our brands — trusted names in packaging that are known worldwide for engineering excellence, application expertise, and lifetime commitment to customer success. Truly Human Leadership guides our belief that exceptional business results and profound respect for people together provide the foundation of enduring success. We are committed to forging lasting partnerships with our customers, earning their trust through integrity, expertise, and execution. With our full range of packaging solutions and long term partnership and service, we help customers achieve operational excellence today while building the future of packaging together.


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:

At BW Packaging, we are at the forefront of the industry when it comes to designing and manufacturing cutting edge solutions for end-of-line packaging equipment, labeling and converting, packaging automation, and systems integration. With a global presence encompassing nine manufacturing facilities and a team of over 800 experts, we are proud to be a trusted partner for our customers around the world, with installations spanning more than 50 countries. Our extensive range of products and service network offers innovative technology and unparalleled technical support for manufacturing companies operating in various global market segments. From food and beverage to pharmaceuticals, household goods, automotive, and more, we cater to diverse industries such as container manufacturing, wine and spirits, consumer product packaging, converting, paper, and beyond. With decades of experience, our packaging professionals excel in providing efficient solutions in areas such as robotic applications, packaging line design, integrated systems, palletizers and depalletizers, automated canend and product-handling equipment, cartoning, case and tray packing and forming, as well as a wide range of labeling solutions including pressure sensitive, roll-fed, and shrink-sleeve options. Additionally, we specialize in converting and finishing solutions, advanced conveyance technology and controls, unwrappers, and destrappers.

Job Summary:  

The Office Coordinator / Front Desk Administrative Assistant serves as the first point of contact for visitors and callers while coordinating daily office operations, hospitality, and site-wide activities. This role is responsible for creating a welcoming, organized, and professional environment through reception services, meeting and event coordination, facility support, and employee engagement initiatives. The position plays a key role in delivering an exceptional visitor experience and supporting a positive, people-centric workplace culture.

Key Responsibilities:

Reception & Visitor Experience

  • Serve as the primary front desk contact, enforcing visitor access protocols and appointment requirements

  • Greet and assist visitors, vendors, clients, and team members in a professional and hospitable manner

  • Manage visitor sign-in, badges, and coordination of keycard access for contractors

  • Provide general site orientation, safety information, and tours as requested

  • Operate the main phone line, route calls appropriately, and capture/forward sales leads  

Office Coordination & Administrative Support

  • Coordinate conference room reservations, meeting setup, and room readiness

  • Maintain lobby, reception, conference rooms, and shared office spaces

  • Order and manage office, restroom, cleaning, and breakroom supplies

  • Handle incoming and outgoing mail, packages, courier services, and shipping logistics

  • Operate mail equipment and track shipments as needed  

Hospitality, Meetings & Client Visits

  • Coordinate catering and hospitality services for meetings, client visits, and events

  • Ensure beverage stations, coffee machines, and kitchens are stocked, clean, and operational

  • Prepare welcome signage (digital and printed) for visitors, meetings, and Factory Acceptance Tests (FATs)

  • Support room setups, food service, and post-event clean-up  

Site Events, Celebrations & Engagement

  • Lead planning and execution of site events, celebrations, and recognition activities

  • Chair or lead the site Celebration Committee, including wellness and engagement initiatives

  • Coordinate anniversaries, recognition programs, charitable events, and seasonal activities

  • Manage catering, decorations, signage, and event logistics  

Digital Displays & Site Communications

  • Maintain reception digital displays with announcements, events, and corporate updates

  • Post site communications such as holidays, wellbeing initiatives, and team member announcements

  • Create basic signage and visual materials to support events and visitors  

Safety, PPE & Site Support

  • Ensure PPE compliance for visitors and employees accessing shop floor areas

  • Maintain inventory of safety equipment, first-aid supplies, and emergency materials

  • Coordinate laundering, cleaning, and replacement of safety gear

  • Assist with safety rosters, signage, and emergency preparedness updates  

Required Skills & Competencies:

  • Strong customer service mindset with a professional and welcoming demeanor

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills

  • Ability to multitask, prioritize, and manage a variety of administrative and coordination tasks

  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

  • Bilingual English/Spanish preferred

Education & Experience:

  • High school diploma or equivalent required

  • Previous experience in reception, office administration, hospitality, or office coordination preferred

  • Experience supporting meetings, events, or workplace engagement activities a plus

Position Type:

  • This is a non-exempt (hourly), regular, full-time position, with potential overtime opportunities with leader approval.  

Apply today to join BW Packaging and make a meaningful impact!

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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.


 

Company:

BW Integrated Systems