Finishing Operator - 3rd shift

Avery Dennison•Mount Juliet, TN

About The Position

As a Machine Operator in Avery Dennison’s Finishing Department, you will lead equipment setups, run production orders, and perform ongoing quality checks to support safe and efficient manufacturing. The role involves routine machine setups and changeovers, operating equipment according to product specifications, inspecting finished goods, monitoring tolerances, investigating equipment issues, handling materials, recording operating metrics, completing 5S audits, and collaborating with teammates across shifts. The scheduled shift is Sunday through Thursday, 11:45 p.m. to 8:00 a.m. The starting hiring rate is $25.09 per hour, plus a $2 per hour shift differential.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED, or at least 3 years of manufacturing experience.
Strong mechanical curiosity and ability to read specifications and follow standard operating procedures.
Comfort learning software.
Commitment to safety rules, peer collaboration, and high quality standards.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
Ability to work overtime as needed.
Successful completion of a post-offer background check and drug screening.

Nice To Haves

MFG Pro transactional skills.

Responsibilities

Perform routine machine setups and changeovers, and run production orders according to product specifications.
Inspect finished goods, monitor tolerances, and investigate root causes of equipment issues to minimize downtime.
Safely operate a tow motor or forklift to move packaging and finishing supplies, and complete inventory transactions.
Record operating metrics in MFG Pro and perform 5S audits.
Participate in team problem-solving and communicate effectively across shifts.
Assist with peer training.