Label Machine Operator - 1st Shift

Avery Dennison; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 68,000 - 75,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & wellness benefits starting on day 1

Paid parental leave

401K eligibility

Tuition reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program eligibility

Job summary

A global materials science company is seeking a skilled individual to operate label machines in Charlotte, NC. The role involves minimizing waste, maintaining production logs, and ensuring compliance with safety protocols. A high school diploma or GED and relevant mechanical experience are required. You will work on the 1st shift from 7:30 AM to 6 PM, with responsibilities that include managing raw materials and communicating issues to supervisors. Competitive salary range from $68,000 to $75,500.

Qualifications

• Must have one to two years related experience and/or training.
• Strong mechanical skills to analyze and operate label machine equipment.

Responsibilities

• Operate the label machines properly and efficiently.
• Minimize waste or misuse of raw materials.
• Communicate label production issues with the Production Supervisor.
• Keep accurate logs of raw materials used.
• Use ERP system to log time and materials for each job.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.

Skills

Mechanical skills

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

ERP system

Job description

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, 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.

Benefits

• 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

Work schedule

1st Shift, 7:30AM-6PM Mon-Wed, 7:30AM-6PM Sun.

Key Areas of Responsibility

• Operates the label machines properly and efficiently in order to meet production deadlines according to the daily job schedule.
• Minimize waste or misuse of raw materials.
• Communicates label production issues with the Production Supervisor and/or Facility Manager.
• Performs distribution functions as needed.
• Keeps accurate log of raw materials used in the production of labels. Logs date and ID number of cartons of product to maintain a FIFO inventory and to identify any QC problems with raw materials.
• Uses ERP system to log time and materials for each job.
• Responsible for maintenance of all dies.
• Maintains a clean, organized, and safe work area, uses required PPE, and follows all safety rules and procedures.
• May be required to work overtime or on another shift as needed.
• Other duties as assigned by management.
• Regular attendance is an essential function of this position.
• Compliance with applicable Company policies concerning maintaining a drug free workplace is required.
• Compliance with all Company policies is required including all safety policies and procedures.

Physical Demands

• Stands 2/3 to full time on the shift daily.
• Uses hands and fingers to handle, and feel 1/3 to 2/3 of the shift daily.
• Reaches with hands and arms 1/3 to 2/3 of the shift daily.
• Lifts 50 pounds 1/3 to 2/3 of the shift daily.
• Requires close vision (clear vision at 20-inches or less).
• Color vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors).

Additional Requirements

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
• Must have one to two years related experience and/or training.
• Must have strong mechanical skills to analyze and operate label machine equipment.
• Ability to embody and reflect Vestcom’s core values.

Supervisory Responsibilities

None.

Management Disclaimer

Vestcom’s Management reserves the right to revise, change or modify the duties and responsibilities of this position at any time to meet business and organizational needs. This position description may not list all duties for this position. The incumbent in the position may be asked to perform other duties. This position description is not a contract for employment and either the incumbent or Vestcom may terminate employment at any time, for any reason.

Additional Information

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Location: Charlotte, NC

Salary: $68,000.00 - $75,500.00