Finishing Operator, Nights

Avery Dennison•Painesville, OH

About The Position

The Finishing Operator supports finishing center operations. Duties may include packaging slit rolls to customer specifications, operating the manual packaging line, cutting cores, and banding. The position requires following Avery Dennison standard packaging practices and specific program packing requirements. Higher-level finishing duties may include operating slitting, rewinding, and/or automated packaging equipment. The role may require rotation and is scheduled for C Shift, Sunday night through Thursday night, 11:20 p.m. to 7:30 a.m.

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, including addressing problems effectively, identifying root causes, and communicating or educating the team in a timely manner.
Ability to contribute actively in a team-based environment and promote 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 in support of production and customer focus.
Ability and willingness to work overtime, including requests made 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 or more 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 to improve productivity, safety, and quality.
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 one 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.