Finishing Assistant

Avery Dennison • Mount Juliet, TN

1h • Onsite

About The Position

Avery Dennison Corporation (NYSE: AVY) is a global materials science and digital identification solutions company. They are dedicated to Making Possible™ products and solutions that help advance the industries they 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. They 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, Avery Dennison employs approximately 35,000 employees in more than 50 countries, with reported sales in 2025 of $8.9 billion. The company is looking for a mechanically inclined Finishing Assistant who takes ownership of technology to meet production goals. The ideal candidate is a "fixer" who wants to understand how machines work and takes pride in high-quality, "zero-defect" results.

Requirements

• Education/Experience: High school diploma/GED OR 3+ years of manufacturing experience.
• Technical Aptitude: Strong mechanical curiosity and the ability to measure close tolerances.
• Reliability: A track record of dependability and a "Safety-First" mindset.
• Agility: Ability to lift 50 lbs and flexibility to work overtime or shift priorities as needed.

Responsibilities

• Machine Operation: Perform routine set-ups, changeovers, and monitor machine performance to ensure products meet exact specifications.
• Problem Solving: Troubleshoot malfunctions to find root causes rather than "band-aid" fixes.
• Data Integrity: Accurately record operating data and downtime using computer applications (MFG Pro).
• Collaboration: Work with your team to improve safety, quality, and 5S standards.

Benefits

• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees