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Avery Dennison

Finishing Operator - 1st shift

Avery Dennison, Oak Harbor, Ohio, United States, 43449

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Avery Dennison Corporation Avery Dennison Corporation (NYSE: AVY) is a global materials science and digital identification solutions company. We are Making Possible™ products and solutions that help advance the industries we serve, providing branding and information solutions that optimize labor and supply chain efficiency, reduce waste, advance sustainability, circularity and transparency, and better connect brands and consumers. We design and develop labeling and functional materials, radio‑frequency identification (RFID) inlays and tags, software applications that connect the physical and digital, and offerings that enhance branded packaging and carry or display information that improves the customer experience. Serving industries worldwide — including home and personal care, apparel, general retail, e‑commerce, logistics, food and grocery, pharmaceuticals and automotive — we employ approximately 35,000 employees in more than 50 countries. Our reported sales in 2024 were $8.8 billion.

Benefits

Health & wellness benefits starting on day 1 of employment

Paid parental leave

401(k) eligibility

Tuition reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program eligibility / Health Advocate

Paid vacation and paid holidays

Job Description The Finishing Operator has responsibility for functions occurring within the finishing center operations. The Finishing Operator may be assigned to duties that include packaging slit rolls to customer specifications, operating the manual packaging line, cutting cores, banding, etc. This requires an understanding of Avery Dennison standard packaging practices and the Exact program packing requirements. Higher level roles in the finishing operations include the operation of slitting, rewinding, and/or automated packaging equipment. In this role, you will work 1st shift, 5:50 AM–2 PM, Mon‑Fri.

Starting hiring rate:

$17.75/hr

Primary Job Duties and Responsibilities

Sort, label, and package finished goods for shipment per customer specifications, quality requirements, and standard practices

Inspect general appearance of finished product

Keep area supplied with necessary packaging materials

Prepare cores for machine operators

Communicate and coordinate necessary information to appropriate shift/department personnel to ensure effective operations

Track multiple orders being packed at one time

Perform duties to continuously improve quality and productivity

Maintain a clean, safe work area

Perform 5S duties and audits

Assist in equipment maintenance activities as directed

Participate in group problem‑solving teams and continuous improvement activities

Perform all other duties assigned by Supervisor

Minimum Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent (GED) or 3+ years of relevant manufacturing work experience

Must be able to follow written and oral instruction

Must regard safety as a core value; serve as role model for other employees and encourage adherence to safety practices, policies and procedures

Must have strong service and quality focus; address issues effectively when problems arise and take initiative to understand root cause, then communicate/educate team in a timely manner

Must be able to actively contribute in a team‑based environment; encourage open communication and positive interaction with peers and management to effectively reach a common goal

Must demonstrate proficiency in essential tasks of the job and a willingness to learn and share knowledge; take initiative to cross‑train and sustain acquired skills

Must have demonstrated record of flexibility and dependability to support production and customer focus

Must be able and willing to work overtime, including short‑notice requests

Must demonstrate proficiency with computer applications, especially strong MFG Pro transactional skills

Must be able to obtain Lift Truck Operator’s license

Ability to lift up to 50 pounds

Preferred Requirements

3–5+ years previous experience

Solid interpersonal skills, mathematical aptitude, mechanical/technical aptitude and logical problem‑solving skills

Skilled in working independently in a safe and timely manner

Motivated towards productivity, safety and quality improvements

Experience leading continuous improvement efforts and knowledgeable about ELS Operating Principles (preferred)

Adaptive, flexible, able to handle ambiguity

Experience working in a team environment

NOTE: The physical requirements of this role may vary by location. A detailed listing of the physical requirements may be obtained from the local Human Resource contact or the site Occupational Health Nurse.

Additional Information All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or other protected status. EEOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Reasonable Accommodations Notice If you require accommodations to view or apply for a job, alternative methods are available to submit an application. Please contact (440) 534‑6000 or NA.TA.Operations@averydennison.com to discuss reasonable accommodations.

Seniority level Associate

Employment type Full‑time

Job function

Public Relations and Marketing

Software Development and IT Services and IT Consulting

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