Fill Tech - 1st shift

Avery Dennison; Dalton (GA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & wellness from day 1

Paid parental leave

401K eligibility

Employee Assistance Program eligible

Paid vacation and holidays

Job summary

Avery Dennison Corporation in the United States is seeking a Fill Tech to operate on the 1st shift (5 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Mon-Thu) on multiple production lines.

The role requires adherence to safety, quality standards, and effective communication with operators, leads, and maintenance teams. You will handle material moving equipment, perform barrel changes within standard times, troubleshoot issues, complete production and quality paperwork, and maintain a clean, safe workspace.

Qualifications

• Must be able to read, write, comprehend, and communicate in English
• Must be able to read, write, comprehend and communicate basic Math
• Must be able to use various hand operated and handheld power tools – chisel, wrench, screwdriver, power driver, etc.
• Must be able to lift 40lbs continuously, be able to stand and squat for long periods and be able to go up and down stairs or platforms as needed.
• Must be able to operate drum cart and push/move heavy barrels
• Must be able to work overtime with or without reasonable accommodation

Responsibilities

• Operate at least one machine/value stream.
• Understand and execute all safety requirements associated with equipment and process.
• Must communicate clearly and positively with operators, leads, supervisors, maintenance etc.
• Must be able to operate fork truck, pallet mover, barrel cart and various other material handling/moving equipment.
• Must be able to complete same material barrel change out in standard five (5) minute process time including removal of empty barrel; installation, hook up and approved run-off of new barrel, and removal and disposition of empty barrel (to good or bad barrel location)
• Must be able to recognize and troubleshoot pump and related equipment problems as part of the process.
• Must be able to disassemble and clean equipment to standard and reassemble to operation in standard time
• Understanding of and ability to use all tools, equipment and materials
• Maintaining a clean, organized and safe work environment at all times.
• Must be able to trouble shoot, disassemble, clean and/or correct machine operating problems
• Must complete and maintain all production and quality paperwork required of process

Skills

English literacy

Team communication

Quality awareness

Tools

Forklift operation

Job 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 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 www.averydennison.com .

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

Job Description

This role will be on 1st shift, 5 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Mon-Thur.

The Fill Tech is capable on at least one machine/value stream

• Understanding and execution of all safety requirements associated with equipment and process
• Must communicate clearly and positively with operators, leads, supervisors, maintenance etc.
• Must be able to operate fork truck, pallet mover, barrel cart and various other material handling/moving equipment
• Must be able to complete same material barrel change out in standard five (5) minute process time including removal of empty barrel; installation, hook up and approved run-off of new barrel, and removal and disposition of empty barrel (to good or bad barrel location)
• Must be able to recognize and troubleshoot pump and related equipment problems as part of the process.
• Must be able to disassemble and clean equipment to standard and reassemble to operation in standard time (we should identify one)
• Understanding of and ability to use all tools, equipment and materials, including but not limited to machines, hand tools, pallet and drum mover etc.
• Understanding of all quality requirements and ability to use and understand all quality and measurement tools and adjust the process to ensure quality requirements are met.
• Maintain a clean, organized and safe work environment at all times.
• Must be able to trouble shoot, disassemble, clean and/or correct machine operating problems
• Must complete and maintain all production and quality paperwork required of process

Qualifications

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT REQUIRED

• At all Times: Safety glasses, Steel toed shoes/boots
• As Needed/Required: Gloves, Respirator

GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must be able to read, write, comprehend, and communicate in English
• Must be able to read, write, comprehend and communicate basic Math
• Must be able to use various hand operated and handheld power tools – chisel, wrench, screwdriver, power driver, etc.
• Must be able to lift 40lbs continuously, be able to stand and squat for long periods and be able to go up and down stairs or platforms as needed.
• Must be able to operate drum cart and push/move heavy barrels
• Must be able to work overtime with or without reasonable accommodation

Additional Information

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.

As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and productive work environment, Avery Dennison requires all final candidates to successfully complete a comprehensive background check and a drug screening. These checks are conducted post-offer and are a condition of employment. All results will be considered in accordance with applicable local, state, and federal laws.

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