Slitter Machine Operator - 3rd Shift

Avery Dennison • Miamisburg, OH

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About The Position

Avery Dennison is seeking a self-motivated, detail-oriented Printing & Slitting Machine Operator to produce custom labels, tags, and RFID products. The operator runs thermal, inkjet, and turret slitter equipment to print, encode, slit, and finish products according to customer specifications. The role works with teammates, supervisors, and cross-functional partners, including Quality and Warehouse, to ensure high-quality production runs, maintain safety, and improve processes.

This is a third-shift position, 11 PM–7 AM, Sunday through Thursday. The operator must be able to stand for up to eight hours per day and lift or carry up to 50 pounds, including up to 30 pounds overhead. Final candidates must successfully complete a post-offer background check and drug screening.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and manual dexterity.
• Good color vision.
• Familiarity with measurement tools such as shop scales and overlay gauges.
• Basic math skills, including decimals and percentages.
• Basic PC proficiency, including Google Workspace, Excel, Word, or production management software.
• Ability to stand for up to 8 hours daily.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs and lift up to 30 lbs overhead.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively in a team environment.
• Successful completion of a post-offer background check and drug screening.

Nice To Haves

• 3+ years of related machine operation experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and troubleshoot thermal, inkjet (Astro Nova and Muhlbauer PL Light), and Monarch printing systems.
• Set up and change over equipment, and adjust knives and tension on single- and dual-tooling turret slitters.
• Interpret order specifications, perform quality checks, and manage station materials and inventory.
• Load supply rolls, pack finished orders, create case labels, and stage completed products.
• Collaborate with teammates and cross-functional teams to solve problems, support safety, and identify continuous process improvements.

Benefits

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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED