Finishing Operator, Nights

Avery Dennison • Painesville, OH

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About The Position

The Finishing Operator performs functions within finishing center operations. Duties may include packaging slit rolls to customer specifications, operating a manual packaging line, cutting cores, and banding. The role requires understanding Avery Dennison standard packaging practices and exact program packing requirements. Higher-level finishing duties may include operating slitting, rewinding, and/or automated packaging equipment. The position may require rotation.

This is a night-shift role scheduled from 11:20 PM to 7:30 AM, Sunday night through Thursday night. The starting hourly rate is $22.47, plus a $2.00 shift differential.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED), or at least 3 years of relevant manufacturing work experience.
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions.
• Treat safety as a core value, model safe behavior, and encourage adherence to safety practices, policies, and procedures.
• Strong service and quality focus; address problems effectively, take initiative to understand root causes, and communicate or educate the team promptly.
• Ability to contribute actively in a team-based environment and encourage open communication and positive interaction with peers and management.
• Proficiency in essential job tasks and willingness to learn, share knowledge, cross-train, and maintain acquired skills.
• Demonstrated flexibility and dependability to support production and customer focus.
• Ability and willingness to work overtime, including on short notice.
• Proficiency with computer applications, especially MFG Pro transactional skills.
• Ability to obtain a Lift Truck Operator’s license.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• 3–5+ years of previous experience.
• Solid interpersonal skills, mathematical aptitude, mechanical/technical aptitude, and logical problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently in a safe and timely manner.
• Motivation toward productivity, safety, and quality improvements.
• Experience leading continuous improvement efforts and knowledge of ELS Operating Principles.
• Adaptability and flexibility, including the ability to handle ambiguity.
• Experience working in a team environment.

Responsibilities

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

Benefits

• Health and wellness benefits starting on day 1 of employment.
• Paid parental leave.
• 401(k) eligibility.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Employee Assistance Program eligibility and 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