Maintenance Technician, 2nd Shift

Avery Dennison; Fitchburg (MA); On-site; USD 43,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Avery Dennison is hiring an Industrial Maintenance Technician to lead equipment repairs, preventative maintenance, and facility uptime. You’ll diagnose electrical/PLC issues, troubleshoot machinery, and keep production moving safely and efficiently.

The role requires hands-on skills, teamwork, and a focus on continuous improvement in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• 3–5 years of relevant experience.
• Electrical certification or training, or 3–5 years experience.
• PLC certification or training, or 3–5 years experience.
• Certifications in specialty areas as applicable.
• Good interpersonal, mathematical, mechanical and problem-solving skills.
• Good verbal and written communication.
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment safely.
• Independent work ethic with focus on productivity, safety, and quality.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair mechanical systems, motors, conveyors, and hydraulic/pneumatic components.
• Read schematics and use PLCs to diagnose faults on automated lines.
• Perform preventive maintenance per OSHA standards.
• Collaborate with team and engineers to reduce downtime and optimize processes.
• Maintain a safe work area and keep maintenance logs.

Skills

Electrical

PLC

Mechanical

Diagnostics

Troubleshooting

Read Schematics

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associate Degree in Manufacturing or Electrical

Tools

AutoCAD

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.

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

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

Job Description

About the Role

Are you a curious problem solver who thrives on keeping complex machinery running at peak performance? Avery Dennison is hiring an Industrial Maintenance Technician to lead equipment repairs, preventative maintenance, and facility uptime In this role, you won't just apply "band-aid" fixes—you’ll use your technical skills to identify root causes, troubleshoot electrical/PLC issues, and keep production moving safely.

SHIFT: 2:45pm-11pm

Hourly Rate: $31.47-$41.41/hour depending on experience

The hiring wage rate range above represents what Avery Dennison reasonably expects to pay for this position as of the date of this posting. Actual salaries will vary within the range. In some circumstances, this may be above or below the range (based on various factors, including, but not limited to, a candidate’s relevant skills, experience, education and training, location, as well as the job scope and complexity, responsibilities, and regular and/or necessary travel required for the position). That may change, depending on the candidate pool. Avery Dennison reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable laws.

What You’ll Do

• Diagnostic Repair: Troubleshoot and maintain mechanical systems, motors, conveyors, and pneumatic/hydraulic components

• Electrical & PLCs: Read schematics and utilize PLCs to diagnose faults on automated lines

• Preventative Care: Execute preventive maintenance schedules and maintain equipment per OSHA standards

• Continuous Improvement: Partner with team members and engineers to reduce downtime, eliminate waste, and optimize processes

• Safety & Support: Keep a safe work area, record maintenance logs, and support site goals

Qualifications

Required

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Classification: Avery Dennison - Internal
• 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

• AutoCad proficiency
• Associate Degree or better in Manufacturing or Electrical disciplines.
• Proficiency in using PLCs to troubleshoot and diagnose to root cause.

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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