Toolroom Technician - 1st Shift

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. Learn more at

Avery Dennison is a global leader in pressure-sensitive adhesives and materials, labels, tags, retail systems and specialty chemicals. The Fastener Solutions Division of Avery Dennison is a worldwide manufacturer of plastic fastening systems used in the automotive, apparel, retail, industrial and packaging industries. Our three-shift injection molding and extrusion operation is located in Fitchburg, MA. The Fastener Solutions Division is ISO/TS 16949 certified.

The Toolroom Technician performs production tooling processes in support of supplies production manufacturing. Tooling processes include cataloging, organizing and performing general maintenance of the punch, die and rotary tooling on all production machinery/equipment. Maintains ancillary equipment, performs knife sharpening, set‑up and building, and expediting tooling repair. In this role, you will work 1st Shift, 7 AM – 3:00 PM.

• Follow mold and tooling maintenance work instructions to ensure the controlled process of preparing molds and dies for use in the injection molding production environment.
• Conduct regular repairs and maintenance as needed and perform preventive maintenance on the injection molds.
• Disassemble, clean and reassemble complex injection molds.
• Convert and change over mold components to support production.
• Perform tasks related to mold and die maintenance in a safe and efficient manner.
• Maintain all mold and tooling preparation paperwork in accordance with quality standards as outlined in Tool Room work instructions.
• Conduct mold troubleshooting as needed. Observe tool condition while cleaning and converting. Document and report findings to Tooling Engineer.
• Set up and operate mills, electric discharge machine (EDM) equipment, lathes, drill presses, grinders, and use any hand‑held power tools needed to perform maintenance and repairs on mold, die, and fixture tooling used in the production environment.
• Follow direction from plant management and the engineering department as well as supervisors.
• Possess basic blueprint reading skills.
• Perform math calculations and read measuring tools such as calipers, micrometers, height gauges, and other instruments used in performing tool room tasks.
• Familiar with hot runner manifolds, electrical testing; capable to tear down and completely rewire heaters and thermocouples wiring mold plugs.
• Report accidents or mistakes when they happen immediately no matter how small the problem.
• Assist/support in other job functions within process or other company processes within scope and ability based on business need.
• Continue to improve as an individual and help the team to achieve successful goal attainment.
• Work closely with engineering and management to identify areas of opportunity for improvement.
• Help maintain the Tool Room through 5S initiatives and good housekeeping practices.
• Familiarity with hot runner manifolds and electrical testing and an ability to tear down and rewire heaters and thermocouples wiring mold plugs is a plus.
• Knowledge of stoning and polishing mold article details while keeping required shut off edges sharp.
• Adhere to all personal protective equipment (PPE) and…