Industrial Maintenance Technician - Nights

Avery Dennison; Avery Terrace (OH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift differential $2/hour

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

401k with company match

Health insurance

Job summary

Avery Dennison is hiring a Maintenance Technician for night shifts to keep production lines and facilities running smoothly. You will perform planned and predictive maintenance, troubleshoot electrical and mechanical problems, and support engineers in optimizing equipment reliability.

The role requires strong technical skills and adherence to safety standards. Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED (or 3+ years in manufacturing), with 3–5 years of relevant experience and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED or 3+ years manufacturing experience.
• 3–5 years of maintenance or manufacturing experience.
• Electrical/PLC certifications or willingness to obtain.
• Good interpersonal, math, mechanical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Repair and upkeep of equipment and facility.
• Perform planned and predictive maintenance and breakdown repair.
• Diagnose failures and replace defective components.
• Repair motors, conveyors, and production machinery.
• Test circuits and maintain electrical energy systems.
• Troubleshoot electrical malfunctions and ensure safety compliance.
• Work from schematics and drawings to locate issues.
• Maintain a clean, safe work area per OSHA.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Mathematical aptitude

Mechanical skills

Technical skills

Verbal and written communication

PLC troubleshooting

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree in Manufacturing or Electrical

Certifications in specialty areas

PLC certification/training

Electrical certification/training

Tools

PLCs

Electrical testing instruments

Job description

Industrial Maintenance Technician - Nights

• Full-time

About Avery Dennison

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 nearly 60 countries. Our reported sales in 2025 were $8.9 billion. Learn more at www.averydennison.com .

Our Performance Tapes facility has immediate openings for an experienced maintenance technician. Avery Dennison offers paid vacation, paid holidays, a 401k with a company match along with comprehensive health insurance. Our pay rates are highly competitive and include a shift differential of $2.00 per hour.

As a Maintenance Technician you will be responsible for the repair and upkeep of equipment and facility. Activities include both planned and predictive maintenance and breakdown repair.

Schedule: 12 hour nights (7pm-7am), 2-2-3 schedule.

Position activities may include, but are not limited to:

Locating and diagnosing failures, replacing defective components, and performing troubleshooting using standard equipment, detailed drawings, diagrams, sketches, specifications, prints, manuals, and verbal and/or written instructions.

Repairing and maintaining machinery and mechanical equipment such as pneumatic tools, motors, conveyor systems and production machines and equipment using testing instruments, hand and power tools and precision-measuring instruments.

Performing a wide variety of functions such as installation, maintenance, and repair of equipment for generating, distributing, and utilizing electrical energy. Using instruments to test circuits and replace or install new power, light, electronic and control circuits.

Troubleshooting electrical malfunctions, inspecting circuits and wiring for shielding and grounding, and testing electrical equipment for safety and efficiency.

Repairing complex electrical equipment, including motors, switches, switchboards, electrical mechanisms, automated machines, controls, panels, relays, circuit breakers, communication systems and alarms.

Working from schematics, drawings, layouts, or other specifications to locate and diagnose trouble in the electrical system or equipment.

Utilize PLC to troubleshoot faults with automated lines to determine cause and corrective measures.

Improvising acceptable fixes to get equipment running promptly.

Assisting engineers in diagnosing problems and suggesting corrective action.

Properly inspecting and maintaining shop equipment, in accordance with OSHA regulations.

Preparing new machines and production equipment for operation.

Following a strict preventive maintenance schedule to lessen exposure to downtime related to repairs and maintenance.

Maintain a clean, safe work area and adhere to all safety policies.

Consistently working in a safe manner with regard to self, co-workers, and manufacturing systems.

Performing general housekeeping tasks and waste removal within the department/group and assists other areas as required.

Continuously reviewing current processes and searching out improvement methods to improve product/process quality and reduce waste, rework, and unnecessary work that adds no value to the work or process.

Assisting and supporting other team members in meeting department and site goals.

Contributing and participating in team decision making. Provide support in project work and other special requests.

Providing support to the production team to produce superior quality materials that meet/exceed client needs. This role supports the needs of manufacturing and facilities to ensure both are in top working order.

Other tasks as assigned by your supervisor.

High school diploma or equivalent (GED) or 3+ years of relevant manufacturing work experience.

3 - 5 years previous experience

Certifications in specialty areas required as applicable. Or acquire within specified timing any licenses necessary to perform the job.

Electrical certification/ training or 3-5 years experience.

PLC certification/training or 3- 5 years experience.

Good interpersonal skills, mathematical aptitude, mechanical/technical skills and aptitude and logical problem solving skills necessary.

Good verbal and written communication.

Able to work in a fast-paced environment with a highly participating work system.

Ability to work independently in a safe and timely manner necessary.

Must be motivated towards productivity improvements, safety and quality awareness.

Preferred:

Associate Degree or better in Manufacturing or Electrical disciplines.

Proficiency in using PLCs to troubleshoot and diagnose to root cause.

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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