Operator

Avery Dennison Corporation; Zuid-Holland; On-site; EUR 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site parking

Commuting allowance

Pension plan

Birth/Parental leave

Training & development

Job summary

Avery Dennison Zoeterwoude site is seeking an Operator (All-Round Production Employee) to perform production activities across Plotter & Label and Application departments. The role emphasizes hands-on garment embellishment with heat transfers, strict quality adherence, and timely delivery.

You will work on-site, operate printers and presses, inspect quality, and support continuous improvement while following safety procedures and packing finished goods to customer specifications.

Qualifications

• Experience in production/manufacturing or garment embellishment environments.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift/move production materials.
• Ability to follow work instructions and safety procedures in English or Dutch.

Responsibilities

• Operate plotter machines and prepare design files per work instructions.
• Operate hand presses and carousel presses to apply logos and heat transfers as per order specs.
• Unpack and stage apparel, pack finished garments with accurate packing lists.
• Conduct visual and technical quality inspections to ensure high standards.
• Follow health and safety procedures, keep workstation organized, report equipment issues.

Skills

Manual dexterity

Attention to detail

Flexibility

Team collaboration

English or Dutch language

Job description

Job Description

About the role

As an Operator (All-Round Production Employee), you will be responsible for carrying out various production activities across the Plotter & Label and Application departments at our Zoeterwoude facility. In this hands-on, detail-oriented role, you will ensure that production processes are completed efficiently, safely, and in full alignment with our rigorous quality standards and customer delivery timelines.

Key Responsibilities

This role is based on-site at our Zoeterwoude location.

• Operate plotter machines according to technical work instructions, including preparing and processing design files, weeding, and organizing transfers for production.

• Operate hand presses and carousel presses to accurately apply logos, names, numbers, and heat transfers onto garments in compliance with order specifications.

• Unpack incoming apparel, stage materials for production, and pack finished garments according to customer specifications with accurate packing lists.

• Conduct continuous visual and technical quality inspections throughout the production and application process to ensure finished goods meet high standards.

• Comply with workplace health and safety procedures, maintain a clean and organized workstation, report equipment issues to the Team Leader, and support continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Required: Prior practical experience in a production, manufacturing, or garment embellishment environment (operating plotters, heat presses, or carousel presses is an advantage).

• Required: Good manual dexterity, physical ability to stand for extended periods, and capability to lift and move production materials when required.

• Required: Good command of English or Dutch to follow work instructions, production documentation, and safety procedures.

• Skills you need to succeed: Strong attention to detail, quality focus, and the ability to maintain precision under pressure to meet daily production deadlines.

• Skills you need to succeed: High flexibility, solid organizational skills, and a collaborative team attitude to work effectively across different production departments.

Additional Information

What we offer

Here’s a glimpse of the great benefits you can expect:

• Financial & Health Benefits: Benefit from our PGB Pension Fund.

• Time Off & Flexibility: Enjoy Birth/Parental leave in accordance with Dutch labor law.

• Continuous Development: We invest in your growth with Individual Development Plans, regular Development Discussions, and customized training programs tailored to your needs.

• On-Site Perks: Take advantage of free parking and a commuting allowance (80km per day by car) /public transport reimbursement.

• Community Engagement: Opportunities to participate in volunteer activities to support Non-Profit Organizations.

Why join Avery Dennison

We are a global materials science and digital identification solutions company with locations in over 50 countries, and approximately 35,000 employees worldwide. As a science and innovation company, we believe that diverse teams are stronger teams. We are committed to fostering a culture of curiosity and courage, where you can grow your career with a company that has innovation in its DNA. Founded on creating real-world impact to enable a better future, we strive to provide an open, collaborative culture where diversity of thought is encouraged and respected. Hear from our employees about what it's like working at Avery Dennison. Learn more at www.averydennison.com.

Our Zoeterwoude site, acquired in 2022, is a collaborative and dynamic environment that supports our Apparel Solutions division and employs approximately 38 talented individuals. Here, we offer heat-transfer labels and direct printing services for the Apparel sector, serving world-class brands. Key functions at this site include Operations, Customer Service, Commercial, and Finance, offering diverse career paths and opportunities for growth.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Avery Dennison is an equal opportunity employer. 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 any other protected status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to a disability, please contact us to request an accommodation at [e-mail]. In the EMEA region, we foster an inclusive culture through active Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) like Elevate, Unite, and our Mental Health group. Please visit our DE&I page to learn more about our Diversity, Equity & Inclusion approach.

Pay Transparency Statement

The hiring base salary 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, and in some circumstances may be above or below the range, based on various factors including but not limited to a candidate's relevant skills, experience, education and training, and location, as well as the job scope and complexity, responsibilities, and regular and/or necessary travel required for the position, which may change depending on the candidate pool. Avery Dennison reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.