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Avery Dennison Corporation (NYSE: AVY) is a global materials science and digital identification solutions company. We are Making Possible products and solutions that help advance the industries we serve, providing branding and information solutions that optimize labor and supply chain efficiency, reduce waste and mitigate loss, advance sustainability, circularity and transparency and better connect brands and consumers. We design and develop labeling and functional materials, radio-frequency identification (RFID) inlays and tags, software applications that connect the physical and digital and offerings that enhance branded packaging and carry or display information that improves the customer experience. Serving industries worldwide - including home and personal care, apparel, general retail, e-commerce, logistics, food and grocery, pharmaceuticals and automotive - we employ approximately 35,000 employees in more than 50 countries. Our reported sales in 2025 were $8.9 billion. Learn more at www.averydennison.com.

At Avery Dennison, some of the great benefits we provide are:

• 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

Perform and support all leads, supervisors, and staff members with operational functions of quality control, label inspection and separation, packaging, special instructions and shipping in order to meet the delivery deadlines of each customer while maintaining all quality standards. This role will be on 3rd Shift, Monday-Friday 12:00AM-8:30AM. 

  Key Areas of Responsibility

• Accurately inspects, separates, slots, and packages all label/print products

• Insures all quality control standards are being maintained.

• Uses ERP system to log time and materials accurately.

• Ensures all shipments are completed and all packages are shipped to the correct person/place as directly by the daily job schedule or as instructed by Lead, Supervisor, job ticket or customer special instructions. 

• Communicate problems or quality issues due to printing, laminating or shipping errors to the appropriate individuals. 

• Double check all shipments leaving the production facility for any errors before arriving to the customer.

• May communicate with courier companies and drivers about delays in shipping, special courier deliveries, and other issues that may affect customer deliveries. 

• Maintains a clean, organized, and safe work area, uses required PPE, and follows all safety rules and procedures. 

• May be required to work overtime or on another shift as needed.

• Other duties as assigned by management.

• Regular attendance is an essential function of this position.

• Compliance with applicable Company policies concerning maintaining a drug free workplace is required.

• Compliance with all Company policies is required including all safety policies and procedures.

  Physical Demands

• Stands 2/3 to full time on the shift daily.

• Uses hands and fingers to handle, and feel 1/3 to 2/3 of the shift daily.

• Reaches with hands and arms 1/3 to 2/3 of the shift daily.

• Lifts 50 pounds 1/3 to 2/3 of the shift daily.

• Requires close vision (clear vision at 20-inches or less).

• Color vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors). 

  Additional Requirements

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED).

• Ability to embody and reflect company core values: 

  Supervisory Responsibilities None.

  Management Disclaimer

Company Management reserves the right to revise, change or modify the duties and responsibilities of this position at any time to meet business and organizational needs. This position description may not list all duties for this position. The incumbent in the position may be asked to perform other duties. This position description is not a contract for employment and either the incumbent or company may terminate employment at any time, for any reason. 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or other protected status. EEOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and productive work environment, Avery Dennison requires all final candidates to successfully complete a comprehensive background check and a drug screening. These checks are conducted post-offer and are a condition of employment. All results will be considered in accordance with applicable local, state, and federal laws.

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