Job Description

Company Description

Avery Dennison (NYSE: AVY) is a global materials science company specializing in the design and manufacture of a wide variety of labeling and functional materials. The companys products, which are used in nearly every major industry, include pressure-sensitive materials for labels and graphic applications; tapes and other bonding solutions for industrial, medical, and retail applications; tags, labels and embellishments for apparel; and radio frequency identification (RFID) solutions serving retail apparel and other markets. Headquartered in Glendale, California, the company employs more than 30,000 employees in more than 50 countries. Reported sales in 2020 were $7.0 billion. Learn more at www.averydennison.com.

Job Description

As a Finishing Operator, you will be responsible for functions occurring within the finishing center operations. You may be assigned to duties that include packaging slit rolls to customer specifications, operating the manual packaging line, cutting cores, banding, etc . This requires the understanding of Avery Dennison standard packaging practices, and the Exact program packing requirements. Higher level roles in the finishing operations include the operation of slitting, rewinding, and/or automated packaging equipment.

You will work Flexible Shift at our Kent location. Base pay is $22.88/hour plus a shift differential of $1.00/hour.

Activities and duties may vary dependent upon site specific needs. Essential functions may include, but are not limited to:

* Sort, label, and package finished goods for shipment per customer specifications, quality requirements, and standard practices
* Inspect general appearance of finished product
* Keep area supplied with necessary packaging materials
* Prepare cores for machine operators
* Communicate and coordinate necessary information to appropriate shift/department personnel to ensure effective operations
* Track multiple orders being packed at one time
* Perform duties to continuously improve quality and productivity
* Maintain a clean, safe work area
* Perform 5S duties and audits
* Assist in equipment maintenance activities as directed
* Participate in group problem-solving teams and continuous improvement activities
* Perform all other duties assigned by Supervisor

Qualifications

Essential:

* You regard safety as a core value; serve as role model for other employees and encourage adherence to safety practices, policies and procedures.
* You have strong service and quality focus; address issues effectively when problems arise and take initiative to understand root cause, then communicate / education team in a timely manner.
* Actively contribute in a team based environment; encourage open communication and positive interaction with peers and management to effectively reach a common goal.
* You will need to be able and willing to work overtime, including short-notice requests.
* You will be required show proficiency with computer applications
* Be able to obtain Lift Truck Operators license and be able to lift up to 50 pounds Education:
* High school diploma or equivalent required.

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 440 534-6080 or Jacqueline.williams@averydennison.com to discuss reasonable accommodations.

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