Material Handler - Nights

Avery Dennison; Painesville (OH); On-site; USD 30,307 - 35,817; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & wellness benefits starting on

Paid parental leave

401K eligibility

Tuition reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Paid vacation and holidays

Job summary

Avery Dennison Corporation in the United States is hiring a Material Handler to support inventory workflows, move materials across production, and assist with shipping. The role requires safety‑conscious teamwork in a fast‑paced manufacturing setting.

You will operate forklifts and other equipment, track stock in our Inventory Management System, and collaborate with multiple departments to maintain accurate material flow. A strong work ethic and willingness to OT are expected.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED or 3+ years manufacturing experience.
• Adaptability to pivot between tasks and overtime as needed.
• Proficiency with basic computer applications to track warehouse data.
• Safety‑first mindset and team‑oriented attitude.

Responsibilities

• Operate powered industrial vehicles safely to load/unload materials.
• Move raw materials to production and transfer finished goods; update inventory systems.
• Collaborate with shipping, receiving and manufacturing to ensure smooth material flow.
• Support 5S and continuous improvement for a clean, safe workspace.

Skills

Adaptability

Technical Fluency

Safety Focus

Team Collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or GED

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.

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

Shift: B-12 Night Shift;2-2-3, 7pm-7am

Starting Hiring Rate: $22.47/hr plus $2/hr shift differential

Join us as a Material Handler, the organizational engine keeping our facility moving safely and efficiently! In this active role, you will manage inventory workflows and transport critical materials across our manufacturing and shipping areas. We are looking for a resilient, collaborative teammate who thrives in a fast-paced environment and takes pride in delivering high-quality results.

What You Will Do

• Operate Equipment Safely: Run powered industrial vehicles—including fork trucks, clamp trucks, and sit-down electric three-wheelers—to load and unload tankers or trucks.
• Drive Logistics & Inventory: Move raw materials to production assets, transfer finished goods, and update our Inventory Management System to maintain precision and accuracy.
• Collaborate Across Teams: Partner with shipping, receiving, and manufacturing departments to ensure seamless material flow and resolve stock discrepancies.
• Maintain Excellence: Support 5S housekeeping and continuous improvement initiatives to ensure a clean, safe, and productive workspace for everyone.

What We Are Looking For in You

• Education/Experience: High School Diploma (or GED) OR 3+ years of relevant manufacturing experience.
• Adaptability: Comfort pivoting between tasks quickly when production priorities change, along with a willingness to work overtime as needed.
• Technical & Digital Fluency: Proficiency with basic computer applications for tracking warehouse data.
• Safety & Team Focus: A safety-first mindset and a "Team Before Self" attitude, stepping up to support your coworkers and ensure site success.

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.