Production Team Lead

Avery Dennison • Painesville, OH

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Avery Dennison is seeking a Coating Production Team Lead to guide, support, and inspire our production team. In this hands-on leadership role, you will facilitate daily production, coordinate shift activities, and help build a safe, high-performing environment.

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED OR 3+ years of manufacturing experience.
• Proven ability to coach peers, encourage open communication, and put "Team Before Self."
• Basic computer proficiency (Excel, Word, ERP/MFG systems).
• Ability to obtain Forklift and MERT certifications.
• Flexibility to work overtime as needed and comfortably manage changing shift priorities.
• Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 50 lbs.

Nice To Haves

• 3–5 years of lead experience in a fast-paced production environment.
• Hands-on knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and 5S principles.
• Track record of leading continuous improvement initiatives.
• Project Management and Time Management skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily shift activities, assign tasks, and ensure seamless teamwork to maximize efficiency and minimize downtime.
• Model a "safety-first" culture and jump onto the production line when needed to support customer demands or coverage gaps.
• Identify team training needs, facilitate continuous learning, and provide performance feedback to help team members grow.
• Lead root-cause analysis for quality or safety issues, ensuring Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and 5S practices are followed.
• Partner across teams to simplify processes, reduce manufacturing waste, and streamline production workflows.

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: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED