Industrial Boiler & Steam Operator (1st Shift)

Avery Dennison; Miamisburg (OH); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wellness

Work-Life Balance

Financial Security

Career Growth

Employee Support Services

Job summary

Avery Dennison is seeking an experienced Boiler & Steam Operator to own the plant's low-pressure boiler, steam, and compressed air infrastructure. Hands-on boiler and steam experience is required, with focus on boiler management, steam distribution, mechanical piping, and compressor maintenance.

You will perform preventive maintenance, read piping schematics, manage parts, and ensure safety and compliance with local codes while supporting HVAC as a bonus.

Qualifications

• Boiler and steam system operation and maintenance experience.
• Experience with industrial air compressors and piping.
• Strong mechanical plumbing capabilities including soldering and pipe fitting.
• Ability to read piping diagrams and use diagnostic tools.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain low‑pressure boilers and steam distribution safely.
• Maintain industrial air compressors, dryers, filters, and piping.
• Install, modify and repair steam piping and air lines.
• Perform daily/PMs on boiler, steam loop and air equipment.
• Read as‑built drawings to identify leaks and issues.
• Order replacement parts and manage inventory.
• Ensure compliance with boiler codes and EPA regulations.
• Provide basic HVAC support when needed.

Skills

Boiler & Steam

Compressed Air

Plumbing & Pipefitting

Technical Diagnostics

Tools

Metasys BAS

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.

Shift: 1st Shift | Monday - Friday, 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Overtime: Flexibility for overtime and weekends as needed

Why Join Avery Dennison?

At Avery Dennison, we support our employees from day one with comprehensive benefits and a focus on long-term career growth:

• Health & Wellness: Comprehensive coverage starting on Day 1 of employment
• Work-Life Balance: Paid vacation, paid holidays, and paid parental leave
• Support Services: Access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and Health Advocate

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.

Shift: 1st Shift | Monday - Friday, 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Overtime: Flexibility for overtime and weekends as needed

Why Join Avery Dennison?

At Avery Dennison, we support our employees from day one with comprehensive benefits and a focus on long-term career growth:

• Health & Wellness: Comprehensive coverage starting on Day 1 of employment
• Work-Life Balance: Paid vacation, paid holidays, and paid parental leave
• Financial Security: 401(k) eligibility
• Career Growth: Tuition reimbursement programs
• Support Services: Access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and Health Advocate

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Boiler & Steam Operator to take primary ownership of our plant's low-pressure boiler, steam, and compressed air infrastructure. Hands-on low-pressure boiler and steam experience is required. This role focuses heavily on boiler management, industrial steam distribution, mechanical plumbing, and compressor maintenance, with commercial HVAC serving as an added bonus.

Key Responsibilities

• Boiler & Steam Operations (Core Focus): Safely operate, monitor, and maintain low-pressure boilers and industrial steam distribution systems. Perform daily water chemical testing, system blowdowns, steam trap maintenance, and valve inspections.

• Compressed Air Systems: Maintain, troubleshoot, and execute preventive maintenance on industrial air compressors, air dryers, filters, and pneumatic piping.

• Mechanical Plumbing & Pipefitting: Install, modify, and repair steam piping, condensate return lines, water connections, and compressed air lines (heavy mechanical plumbing emphasis over electrical work).

• Preventive Maintenance: Carry out daily, monthly, semi-annual, and annual PMs across all boiler, steam loop, and compressed air equipment.

• Diagnostics & System Tracing: Read as-built piping schematics, blueprints, and pressure gauges to identify leaks, pressure drops, or equipment issues using standard hand and power tools.

• Inventory & Parts Ordering: Maintain inventory and order replacement parts for boilers, pipe fittings, valves, and air compressor systems.

• Safety & Compliance: Ensure full compliance with local boiler codes, safety regulations, EPA rules, and environmental standards.

• HVAC Support (Bonus): Provide basic troubleshooting for commercial HVAC equipment and Metasys building automation systems as needed.

Qualifications

Required:

• Boiler & Steam Expertise: Proven experience operating and maintaining low-pressure boilers and industrial steam systems.

• Compressed Air Equipment: Experience running, troubleshooting, and servicing industrial air compressors and air piping.

• Plumbing & Pipefitting Skills: Strong mechanical plumbing capabilities, including soldering, brazing, pipe fitting, and valve rebuilds.

• Technical Skills: Ability to read piping schematics, use pressure gauges and diagnostic tools, and troubleshoot mechanical loops.

Preferred / Bonus

• Commercial HVAC troubleshooting experience.

• Familiarity with Metasys Building Automation Systems (BAS).

Physical Requirements & Environmental Conditions

• Physical Demands: Standing, walking, stooping, kneeling, crawling, squatting, reaching, and climbing ladders or elevated platforms.

• Lifting: Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 lbs solo and up to 100 lbs as a team lift.

• Fine Motor Skills: Frequent use of hands for pipe fitting, valve assembly, and fine mechanical adjustments.

• Work Environment: Comfortable working around low-pressure steam lines, moving machinery, elevated heights, and in varying thermal and atmospheric conditions (heat, humidity, dust, fumes).

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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