Label Machine Operator - 1st shift Back End, Wed 9:30a-6p Thur-Sat 8AM-7:30PM

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Parental leave

401K

Paid vacation

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Avery Dennison Corporation in Charlotte, NC is hiring a Label Machine Operator for the Back End, 1st shift, with a Wednesday 9:30a–6p schedule and Thursday–Saturday 8:00a–7:30p. You will operate label machines, monitor quality, and ensure timely production.

Qualified candidates have a high school diploma or GED, 1–2 years of related experience, and strong mechanical skills to diagnose and run equipment. Benefits include health, 401(k), PTO, and more as part of a comprehensive package.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1–2 years related experience and/or training.
• Strong mechanical skills to analyze and operate label machine equipment.

Responsibilities

• Operates label machines to meet production deadlines per the daily schedule.
• Minimizes waste and safeguards raw materials usage.
• Communicates label production issues with supervisor/manager.
• Keeps logs of materials used and maintains FIFO inventory records.
• Uses ERP to log time and materials for each job.
• Maintains dies and keeps a clean, safe work area abiding by PPE and safety rules.
• May work overtime or on another shift as needed.
• Stands 2/3 to full shift daily; capable of lifting up to 50 pounds.

Skills

Mechanical skills

Attention to detail

Safety conscious

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

ERP system

Job description

Label Machine Operator - 1st shift Back End, Wed 9:30a-6p Thur-Sat 8AM-7:30PM

Full-time

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

This role will be on 1st shift Back End, Wed 9:30a-6p, Thursday-Saturday 8AM-7:30PM

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.
• 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).
• 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 company’s core values:

Company’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 company may terminate employment at any time, for any reason.

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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