Production Operator- Off Shift

Avery Dennison; Mentor (OH); On-site; USD 37,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wellness benefits starting on

Paid parental leave

401K eligibility

Employee Assistance Program

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Job summary

Avery Dennison Corporation is hiring a Coating Machine Operator to oversee high-speed manufacturing lines. You will safely set up, operate, and maintain coating equipment, ensuring quality control and efficient production while collaborating with a strong, high-performing team.

The role requires mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, and the ability to troubleshoot equipment; daily tasks include monitoring gauges and adjusting process parameters.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required or 3+ years manufacturing experience.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and attention to detail.
• Digital fluency; comfortable with data entry and production tracking.
• Physical demands: stand/walk up to 80% of shift; lift up to 50 lbs.
• Overtime and shifting priorities may be required.

Responsibilities

• Machine Operation: safely set up, run, and change over coating machinery, monitors, and winding consoles.
• Troubleshooting: diagnose root causes and perform minor repairs to reduce downtime.
• Quality Control: follow SOPs and use precision tools to inspect products.
• Process Monitoring: read gauges/meters and adjust temperatures/pressures for optimal flow.
• Team Collaboration: maintain digital logs and uphold a Team Before Self culture.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Attention to detail

Troubleshooting

Digital literacy

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Manufacturing experience (3+ years)

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, 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 2024 were $8.8 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

Job Description

Shift: Rotating Day & Night Shifts (5:50 AM – 6:00 PM / 5:50 PM – 6:00 AM)

Job Type: Full-time

Position Overview

Join Avery Dennison as a Coating Machine Operator. We are seeking a mechanically curious, results-driven professional to take ownership of our high-speed manufacturing lines. In this role, you will safely set up, operate, and maintain production equipment while driving quality control and operational excellence. If you enjoy troubleshooting mechanical systems and working with a collaborative, high-performing team, this role is for you.

Core Responsibilities

Machine Operation: Safely set up, run, and change over complex coating machinery, monitors, and winding consoles.

Troubleshooting: Use mechanical aptitude and curiosity to diagnose root causes of equipment malfunctions early, completing minor repairs to reduce downtime.

Quality Control: Follow strict SOP guidelines and use precision measuring tools to conduct quality inspections, ensuring products meet specifications.

Process Monitoring: Read digital gauges, meters, and flow ratios to adjust temperatures and pressures for continuous, optimal flow.

Team Collaboration: Maintain accurate digital logs while championing a "Team Before Self" environment to meet safe production goals.

Qualifications

High School Diploma/GED OR 3+ years of manufacturing experience.

Strong mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, and analytical troubleshooting skills.

Digital Fluency: Comfortable navigating computer applications for data entry and production tracking.

Physical Demands: Ability to stand/walk up to 80% of a shift; lift up to 50 lbs; and bend, reach, or squat frequently.

Flexibility to work overtime and adapt to shifting priorities.

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.

If you require accommodations to view or apply for a job, alternative methods are available to submit an application. Please contact 440.534.6000 or [e-mail] to discuss reasonable accommodations.

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.