Quality Technician - Day Shift

Avery Dennison Corporation; Fletcher (NC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in materials science is seeking an enthusiastic Quality Technician to perform quality control checks, manage inspections, and support customer inquiries. Ideal candidates should have prior quality experience in manufacturing, strong attention to detail, and effective communication skills. This role offers a chance to contribute to the company's commitment to quality and efficiency.

Benefits

Health & Wellness benefits starting on day 1 of employment

Paid parental leave

401K eligibility

Employee Assistance Program eligibility

Paid vacation and Paid holidays

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of previous quality experience in a manufacturing setting.
• Good math and communication skills.
• Flexibility to manage changing activities/projects.

Responsibilities

• Perform standardized quality control checks on manufacturing processes and products.
• Manage test equipment and product testing procedures.
• Assist with NPD and product reliability testing as required.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Post-High School degree or certification in quality

Tools

Precision measuring tools (micrometers, calipers)

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

We are looking to hire an enthusiastic and hardworking quality technician with a strong eye for detail. You
will be responsible for performing standardized quality control checks on our manufacturing processes
and products to ensure they meet the required legal and company standards for safety and quality. You
may also be required to maintain calibrated test equipment, prepare test data, and identify areas for
quality control improvement.

Primary Responsibilities and Essential Job Functions:

● Functional back-up (deputy) for the site Quality Manager

recommendations for improvement, documenting current-state of processes.

● Receiving inspection and Non-Conforming Material processing

● Customer Support (returns handling,failure analysis, reporting, corrective action documentation)

● Customer-specific quality documentation (e.g. COC/COA, Test documents)

● Management of test equipment and product testing procedures

● Production support in identifying non-conforming material or errors in process execution.

● Technical troubleshooting for quality issues (product testing, measurement, etc.)

● Assist with NPD and product reliability testing as required

● Perform all duties in full compliance of all laws, safety and environmental regulations, and in a

manner consistent with company policies and procedures

● Ensure that standards and safety regulations are observed.

● Address and discuss issues and proposed solutions with superiors.

● Create training materials and operating instructions

● Flexibility to manage changing activities / projects

Qualifications

● Minimum High School diploma or equivalent with 3 years of previous quality experience in a

manufacturing setting.

● Good math and communication skills

● Proficient with standard office software (email, MS Excel, Google Docs/Sheets)

● Flexibility to manage changing activities / projects

● Good analytical and problem solving skills

● Good verbal and written skills

● Excellent attention to detail and advanced organizational skills

● Ability to stand for long periods

● Ability to use a variety of precision measuring tools, including micrometers and calipers

● Ability to lift up to 40 pounds without assistance periodically through the shift

Applicants with the following qualifications will be given higher consideration.

● Post-High School degree or certification in quality, data analysis and/or industrial engineering

● ASQ Certification as a Quality Technician, Auditor or Engineer.

● Demonstrated understanding of advanced quality planning tools such as PFMEA, Control Plans,

SPC and Process Capability.

● Demonstrated understanding of basic statistical analysis concepts such as probability, correlation,

normal and non-normal data analysis.

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.

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