Manufacturing Belt Specialist - Niles, IL

Job Description

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Full-time
Compensation: USD
24 - USD
25 - hourly
Company Description
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.

Job Description

Location:

Niles, IL

Shift: 1st Shift (7:00 AM - 3:30 PM) Pay: $24.16/hr

Are you a detail-oriented maker who takes pride in precision? Avery Dennison is looking for a Manufacturing Belt Specialist to join our Tooling Group. In this role, you aren't just running a machine; you are a "Precision Builder" responsible for the craftsmanship and quality of essential industrial components.

What You'll Do Day-to-Day:

Build & Refine:
Perform end-to-end assembly of specialized belts following strict Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). You will use an electrochemical process to manufacture high quality optical toolings.

Safety & Compliance:
Maintain a "Safety-First" environment by strictly adhering to chemical handling protocols and consistently wearing all required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) to ensure a zero-incident workplace.

Quality Control:
Conduct visual inspections and use lab equipment to ensure every product meets our "zero-defect" goal.

Logistics Support:
Prepare, clean, and pack finished belts for secure shipment.

Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities

Qualifications
What You Bring to the Team:

Technical Aptitude:
You have a high school diploma (or GED) or 3+ years of manufacturing experience. Prior mechanical or electrical skills are a plus.

Computer Literacy:
Comfortable using Excel, Word, and production software to log data.

Physical Agility:
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stay active throughout your shift.

Safety Mindset:
An unwavering commitment to safety; you view PPE and safety policies as core values and serve as a role model for your peers in a high-precision chemical environment.

The "Precision" Mindset:
You have a strong eye for detail and a commitment to safety and high-quality work.

Collaborative Spirit:
You prioritize "Team Before Self" and are willing to cross-train to help the department succeed.