R&D Technology Technician II​/Analyst

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

Avery Dennison is seeking a R&D Technician II to join the Materials Group North America Innovation Center in Mentor, Ohio. This position will be in the Materials Science and Analytical group which is responsible for developing, optimizing and characterizing materials technologies worldwide. In this role, the successful candidate will conduct product performance testing, maintenance and characterization to meet organizational needs for accelerated weathering testing, outdoor aging, analytical testing and specific weathering related projects for Graphics and Durables applications.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Perform routine tests related to accelerated aging and occasionally analytical tests including but not limited to physical property measurements, spectroscopic(FTIR, UV-VIS), chromatographic (GC-MS, LC-MS, HPLC, GPC), optical and electron microscopy, and product performance testing under the supervision of senior technical staff members.

Interface and collaborate with technical teams to help perform testing and provide results for further analysis.

Prepare samples, accurately collect data and record results, and finish test reports on various research and development projects following our standard procedure.

Utilize ELN/LIMS system and carefully curate reports and help with the cogent population of databases and assist in the development of SOPs.

Ability to troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair machinery in breakdown situations when necessary, maintain lab equipment and troubleshoot problems and resolve them internally or by contacting external vendors.

Perform all scheduled internal maintenance tasks according to the PM Schedule and most current procedures, maintain and organize the calibration/maintenance records.

Managing time to juggle multiple requests while ensuring on time completion.

Ensuring that all actions comply with our safety and quality procedures.

REQUIRED EDUCATION, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry, Forensic Sciences, Materials Science, Polymer Science, Mechanical or Chemical Engineering or related discipline preferred.

Minimum 1-2 years of lab experience.

Prior experience with operating and maintaining weathering and accelerated aging test equipment is a plus. Must be mechanically inclined and possess good troubleshooting skills.

Ability to juggle multiple tasks in a fast paced environment.

Must understand basic math, science, and engineering principles.

Must possess excellent hands‑on experimentation skills.

Must communicate effectively in both oral and written form

Fast learner, meticulous attention to detail and scientific curiosity.

General computer skills (familiarity with Microsoft- and other software).

Ability to work independently as well as in a team.

Well‑organized and with a service oriented attitude.

Can-do attitude: skilled in executing experiments and trials per instruction;…