Machine Operator - Finishing - Nights

Socket.dev; Painesville (OH); On-site; USD 2,852,000 - 4,061,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits starting day 1

Paid parental leave

401K eligibility

Tuition reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program / Health

Paid vacation and paid holidays

Job summary

Avery Dennison Corporation is seeking a Machine Operator - Finishing to drive manufacturing quality by leading equipment set-ups and changeovers. You will make operational decisions to keep production running smoothly while upholding safety and quality standards.

The role is on a night shift (C Team, 11p-7a, Monday-Friday) with starting pay at $25.09/hr plus $2/hr shift differential. You will work with equipment, track data in MFG Pro, and participate in continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED or 3+ years of manufacturing experience.
• Proficiency with computer applications; MFG Pro skills preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate and set up equipment; perform changeovers and adjustments per product specs.
• Inspect finished products for quality and record data using computer software (MFG Pro).
• Maintain a clean and safe work area and assist with basic equipment maintenance.
• Collaborate in team problem solving and cross‑departmental initiatives to reduce waste.

Skills

Computer literacy

Education

High school diploma/GED

Tools

MFG Pro

Job description

As a Machine Operator - Finishing, you will drive manufacturing quality by leading equipment set‑ups, machine changeovers, and troubleshooting on assigned assets. In this role, you will own operational decisions on adjustments to keep production running smoothly while upholding strict safety and product quality standards.

Shift: C Team, 11p-7a, Monday-Friday

Starting Hiring Rate: $25.09/hr plus $2/hr shift differential

Key Responsibilities

• Equipment Operation & Setup: Perform routine machine set‑ups, changeovers, and operational adjustments per product specifications and standard practices.

• Quality & Data Tracking: Inspect finished products for quality, track performance-to-plan, and record operating/downtime data using computer software (MFG Pro).

• Safety & Maintenance: Maintain a clean, safe work area (5S), adhere to safety policies, and assist with basic equipment maintenance activities.

• Continuous Improvement: Collaborate in team problem‑solving and cross‑departmental initiatives to reduce waste and boost productivity

• High school diploma/GED OR 3+ years of manufacturing experience

• Proficiency with computer applications (MFG Pro skills preferred)

• Ability to follow written/oral instructions and lift up to 50 lbs

• Willingness to work overtime as needed

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.

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