Manufacturing Production Team Lead - 3rd Shift

Avery Dennison; Mount Juliet (TN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & wellness benefits from day 1

Paid parental leave

401K eligibility

Employee Assistance Program

Paid vacation and holidays

Job summary

Avery Dennison Corporation is seeking a Manufacturing Production Team Lead on the 3rd Shift. This hands‑on role balances operating production machinery with team leadership—coaching team members, driving safety and quality, and troubleshooting line processes.

The ideal candidate has a High School Diploma or GED and 3+ years of manufacturing experience, with strong mechanical aptitude and Lean/5S experience. Position requires lifting up to 50 lbs and offers comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Experience with production machinery and Lean manufacturing is preferred.
• Proficiency with basic computer tools and ERP systems.

Responsibilities

• Split time between operating production machinery and supporting daily administrative and shift handoff tasks.
• Drive root‑cause problem solving to keep operations safe, lean, and efficient.
• Coach team members on standard work, SOP adherence, machine set‑ups, and changeovers.
• Coordinate shift activities, cycle counts, and provide backup for the Team Manager when needed.
• Support daily administrative tasks and ensure smooth transition between shifts.

Skills

Troubleshooting production machinery

Lean manufacturing

5S / Standard Work

Basic computer literacy

ERP experience

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Excel

Word

Google Workspace

MFG PRO/ERP

Job description

Manufacturing Production Team Lead - 3rd Shift

• 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

Are you a skilled machine operator or lead ready to step into production leadership? Join Avery Dennison as a Working Production Team Lead on 3rd Shift. In this hands‑on role, you will balance machine operation with team leadership—coaching team members, driving safety and quality, and troubleshooting production line processes.

Shift & Pay:

Shift: 3rd Shift, Sunday – Thursday (11:45 PM – 8:00 AM)

Pay: $31.94/hour + $2.00/hour shift differential

What You’ll Do:

Hands‑On Leadership: Split time between operating production machinery and supporting daily administrative and shift handoff tasks.

Process & Safety: Drive root‑cause problem solving using ELS/Continuous Improvement tools to keep operations safe, lean, and efficient.

Coaching & Training: Guide team members on standard work, SOP adherence, machine set‑ups, and changeovers; assist manager with performance feedback.

Operational Continuity: Coordinate shift activities, cycle counts, and serve as backup for the Team Manager when needed.

What You Bring:

Experience: High School Diploma/GED + 3+ years manufacturing/production experience.

Technical & Mechanical Aptitude: Strong troubleshooting background on production machinery, set‑ups, and changeovers.

Continuous Improvement: Experience with 5S, Standard Work, or Lean manufacturing; completed or willing to obtain ELS White/Yellow/Green Belt.

Tech Skills: Proficient with basic computer programs (Excel, Word, Google Workspace, MFG PRO/ERP).

Physical Requirements: Ability to periodically lift, push, and pull up to 50 lbs.

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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