Production Team Lead

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

Are you a natural leader on the shop floor who thrives on teamwork, quality, and driving continuous improvement? Avery Dennison is seeking a Coating Production Team Lead to guide, support, and inspire our production team. In this hands‑on leadership role, you will facilitate daily production, coordinate shift activities, and help build a safe, high-performing environment.

Shift
: 6:45PM-7:00AM, 2-2-3

Guide & Support: Coordinate daily shift activities, assign tasks, and ensure seamless teamwork to maximize efficiency and minimize downtime.

Lead by Example: Model a "safety-first" culture and jump onto the production line when needed to support customer demands or coverage gaps.

Coach & Develop: Identify team training needs, facilitate continuous learning, and provide performance feedback to help team members grow.

Drive Quality & Safety: Lead root‑cause analysis for quality or safety issues, ensuring Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and 5S practices are followed.

Continuous Improvement: Partner across teams to simplify processes, reduce manufacturing waste, and streamline production workflows.

What You’ll Need

Experience: High School Diploma/GED OR 3+ years of manufacturing experience.

Leadership Traits: Proven ability to coach peers, encourage open communication, and put "Team Before Self."

Technical

Skills:

Basic computer proficiency (Excel, Word, ERP/MFG systems). Ability to obtain Forklift and MERT certifications.

Adaptability: Flexibility to work overtime as needed and comfortably manage changing shift priorities.

Physical Requirements: Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 50 lbs.

3–5 years of lead experience in a fast‑paced production environment.

Hands‑on knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and 5S principles.

Track record of leading continuous improvement initiatives.

Project Management and Time Management skills.

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.

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