Finishing Operator - Second Shift

Avery Dennison; Mentor (OH); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the packaging solutions industry is seeking a Finishing Operator to ensure compliance with safety protocols and quality standards. The role involves manufacturing products, operating machinery, maintaining accurate inventory, and participating in team improvement initiatives. Ideal candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent and strong communication skills, along with a focus on safety and quality in a manufacturing setting.

Benefits

Health & Wellness benefits starting on day 1 of employment

Paid parental leave

401K eligibility

Tuition reimbursement

Paid vacation and Paid holidays

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED or 3+ years of relevant manufacturing work experience.
• Proficient with computer applications, especially email and ERP systems.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with all safety procedures and maintain a safe working environment.
• Manufacture products to specifications and complete necessary documentation.

Skills

Safety compliance

Quality focus

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Mechanical aptitude

Education

High School diploma or equivalent (GED)

Tools

MFG-Pro

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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. Learn more at www.averydennison.com.

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. 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
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program eligibility / Health Advocate
• Paid vacation and Paid holidays
  
  

Job Description

This role is on B Shift, 2:45PM - 10PM.

All interested individuals are encouraged to apply for this position. Those currently in the same department (Coating, Finishing, Shipping, etc.) at the hiring location will receive first consideration. They will be reviewed in accordance with the US Hourly Job Bid Policy and evaluated via our shift alignment process. Eligible and qualified applicants outside of the department will be given consideration and invited to interview for the position if there are no selected candidates via the shift alignment process. Further details regarding the job bid policy can be found in ad.a. Please discuss this opportunity with your manager prior to completing an application. Our typical recruiting process takes 2-4 weeks, depending on the current hiring volume and number of applicants.

Primary Responsibilities and Essential Job Functions:

• Ensure compliance with all environmental, health, and safety procedures, policies, and practices.
• Maintain a safe working environment for all employees. Identify and escalate safety issues immediately.
• Manufacture products to required product specifications for the assets in the Finishing Department.
• Be able to run the machines as well as pack the product to the required customer specifications.
• Demonstrate compliance with current ISO 13485, FDA 21 CFR Part 820, and GMP standards. Follow and understand batch records, standard operating conditions, job specifications, and other related instructions.
• Complete all necessary documentation for production according to GDP requirements.
• Generate and maintain accurate inventory transactions by using MFG-Pro transactional skills.
• Participate in group problem-solving teams and other continuous improvement activities.
• Support ELS initiatives to improve manufacturing performance (throughput, scrap reduction, safety, ISO work instructions, ELS).
• Operate a lift-truck to move or package product/finishing supplies. Be capable of material handling for all asset equipment, loading and unloading trucks, and inventory transactions.
• Assist in delivering employee training as needed.
• Maintain compliance with personal training record.
• Accountable for daily production maintenance, preventative maintenance and housekeeping tasks according to established standards.
• Work effectively with team and management to create a professional and positive work environment.
• Effectively communicate to team and management.
• Perform other tasks as assigned
  
  

Qualifications

Required:

• High School diploma or equivalent (GED) or 3+ years of relevant manufacturing work experience.
• Regard safety as a core value; serve as role model for other employees, and encourage adherence to safety practices, policies and procedures.
• Demonstrate a strong quality and service focus; address issues effectively when problems arise and take initiative to understand root cause, then communicate / educate the team in a timely manner.
• Good written and oral communication skills required.
• Ability to read and comprehend documents related to product manufacturing.
• Actively contribute in a team-based environment; encourage open communication and positive interaction with peers and management to effectively reach common goals.
• Be willing and able to work during the designated hours and accept a reasonable amount of overtime (including weekends).
• Be willing to work a variety of work assignments to achieve production goals. Must be able to multi task and respond to assignments quickly and readily. Meet/exceed facility standard for attendance and punctuality.
• Be proficient with computer applications, especially email and strong ERP system transactional skills.
• Preferred:
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in skilled labor position with demonstrated mechanical aptitude.
• Experience in medical device or pharmaceutical manufacturing environment or other regulated industry.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds without assistance periodically through the shift.
  
  

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.

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Packaging and Containers Manufacturing

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