Machine Operator

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

• Tuition reimbursement

• Employee Assistance Program eligibility / Health Advocate

• Paid vacation and paid holidays

Are you a mechanically inclined "fixer" who loves owning the technology you work with?

Vestcom, a standalone business unit of Avery Dennison, is looking for a Machine Operator to join our production team. In this role, you aren’t just pushing buttons—you are the "pilot" of your equipment. You will be responsible for operating label machines efficiently, troubleshooting technical issues on the fly, and ensuring every product meets our high-quality standards.

Shift: 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM (Thurs–Sat), 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM (Wed)

Pay: $18/hr

What You’ll Do:

• Own Your Production: Setup and operate label machines to meet daily deadlines with a "zero-defect" mindset.

• Troubleshoot & Improve: Use your mechanical aptitude to diagnose malfunctions and find root-cause solutions rather than "band-aid" fixes.

• Drive Precision: Monitor close tolerances and use our ERP system to log materials and time accurately.

• Safety First: Maintain a clean, organized, and safe environment, always prioritizing the well-being of yourself and your teammates.

Who You Are:

• Accountable: You take personal ownership of production targets and quality.

• Curious: You want to understand how the machine works to keep it running at peak performance.

• Agile: You adapt quickly to shifting priorities and can pivot between tasks without losing focus.

• Collaborative: You value "Team Before Self" and step in to help coworkers reach site goals.

Requirements:

• High School Diploma/GED.

• 1–2 years of related mechanical or manufacturing experience.

• Ability to stand for long periods and lift up to 50 lbs.

• Proficiency in reading technical measurements and basic computer literacy.

• Avery Dennison places the highest value on the health and safety of our employees.  We have an obligation to ensure that employee job assignments are not likely to result in injury or illness. Pre-existing medical conditions and the use of certain medications may increase the risk of injury while performing tasks at work. For this reason, we require all new hires to complete a pre-employment medical questionnaire

• Privacy:  The information disclosed in this questionnaire is only available to our team of Licensed Occupational Health Nurses. You may be contacted by one of the nurses to review information or to answer additional questions. Nurses may also elect to consult with a physician about specific concerns before approving the physical.  All costs are covered by Avery Dennison. 

• Falsification of Medical Information: Falsifying information on the medical questionnaire is a serious offense and may lead to disciplinary actions up to and including termination. This includes both false information, and information that is not disclosed.  

• Reasonable Accommodations: We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you require any accommodations to perform the essential functions of this job, please let us know during the application process.

Essential physical requirements for work: 

• Movement: May require the ability to stand/walk for up to 80% of your shift, with frequent pushing, pulling, bending, reaching, and squatting 50% of the time

• Lifting: May require the ability to lift up to 50 pounds for up to 50% of your shift.

• Environment: May require being comfortable working in an environment with varying temperature and humidity. 

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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