Production Operator III

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 and mitigate loss, 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 2025 were $8.9 billion. Learn more at .

At Avery Dennison, some of the great benefits we provide are:

• Health & Wellness benefits starting on day 1 of employment
• Paid parental leave
• 401K eligibility
• Employee Assistance Program eligibility / Health Advocate
• Paid vacation and Paid holidays

This role will be on Day shift, from 6AM to 2PM.

Order and verify materials per order

Run orders per product specifications and standard practices.

Perform routine set-up and changeover of machine

Accurately capture and record necessary operating data, including downtime causes and performance-to-plan.

Inspect general appearance of finished product

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

Keep area supplied with necessary packaging materials

Ensure effective operations

Follow all appropriate procedures to the accumulation, labeling, solid waste compacting, on-site transportation, storage and inspection of materials designated as hazardous waste per Environmental Control Instructions

Participate in group problem-solving teams and continuous improvement activities.

Perform all other duties assigned by Supervisor

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; must 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 the root cause, then communicate / educate the 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; must take initiative to cross-train and sustain acquired skills.

Must have demonstrated record of flexibility and dependability in order 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+ year’s 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 necessary.

Be motivated towards productivity, safety and quality improvements

Experience leading continuous improvement efforts and knowledge about ELS Operating Principles preferred.

Adaptive, flexible, able to handle ambiguity.

Experience working in a team environment.

The hourly rate for this position is $21.21-$26.87 / hour.

The hiring wage rate range above represents what Avery Dennison reasonably expects to pay for this position as of the date of this posting. Actual salaries will vary within the range. In some circumstances, this may be…