Coating Operator - Nights

About the role

Are you mechanically inclined, detail-oriented, and passionate about precision equipment? As a Coating Machine Operator at Avery Dennison, you will operate and optimize advanced coating line equipment—including unwinds, dies, and winders—to manufacture high-quality products safely and efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Lead machine set-ups, changeovers, and monitor process conditions to ensure production meets exact quality specifications.
• Identify process abnormalities, perform daily preventive maintenance, and collaborate with maintenance teams to minimize downtime.
• Participate in continuous improvement (ELS) initiatives, root-cause problem solving, and quality standard adherence.
• Act as a backup Team Leader during absences, assist with peer training, and foster a safe, positive team environment.
• Serve as a role model for safety, strictly adhering to Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) policies and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED OR 3+ years of relevant manufacturing experience.
• Strong mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, and analytical troubleshooting skills.
• Comfort following written/oral instructions, SOPs, and technical guidelines.
• Experience using manufacturing software/systems (MFG Pro skills preferred).
• Demonstrated dependability, flexibility, and a safety-first mindset.

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

Pay

Starting Hourly Pay: $25.09/hr plus $2/hr shift differential

Schedule

Night Shift (2-2-3 schedule, 6:45 PM – 7:00 AM) | Overtime required as needed