Avery Dennison Corporation (NYSE: AVY) is a global materials science company specializing in the design and manufacture of a wide variety of labeling and functional materials. The company’s products, which are used in nearly every major industry, include pressure-sensitive materials for labels and graphic applications; tapes and other bonding solutions for industrial, medical, and retail applications; tags, labels and embellishments for apparel; and radio frequency identification (RFID) solutions serving retail apparel and other markets. Headquartered in Glendale, California, the company employs more than 32,000 employees in more than 50 countries. Reported sales in 2020 were $7.0 billion. Learn more at www.averydennison.com.

The Slitter Assistant has responsibility for functions occurring within the finishing department. You will be responsible for participating in machine set ups and changeovers, problem-solving, and making decisions on machine adjustments. Your working hours will be 3rd shift 11:45pm- 8:15am Sunday night through Friday morning. 

Your primary responsibilities and essential functions of this position include:

• Maintain a clean, safe work area and adhere to all safety policies. Consistently working in a safe manner with regard to self, co-workers and manufacturing systems. 

• Manufacture products to required product specifications for the assets in the Finishing Department.

• Run orders per product specifications and standard practices.

• Perform routine set-up and changeover of machines.

• Accurately capture and record necessary operating data, including downtime causes and performance-to-plan.

• Inspect general appearance of finished product.

• Perform duties to continuously improve quality and productivity.

• Perform 5S duties and audits.

• Assist in equipment maintenance activities as directed.

• Communicate and coordinate necessary information to appropriate shift/department personnel to ensure effective operations.

• Participate in group problem-solving teams and continuous improvement activities.

• Perform all other duties assigned by Supervisor

• High school diploma or equivalent required.

• Able to follow written and oral instruction.

• Regard safety as a core value; serve as a role model for other employees and encourage adherence to safety practices, policies and procedures.

• Strong service and quality focus; address issues effectively when problems arise.

• Able to actively contribute in a team based environment; encourage open communication and positive interaction with peers and management to effectively reach a common goal.

• Demonstrate proficiency in essential tasks of the job and a willingness to learn and share knowledge; must take initiative to cross-train and sustain acquired skills.

• Demonstrated record of flexibility and dependability in order to support production and customer focus.

• Able and willing to work overtime, including short-notice requests.

• Proficiency with computer applications, especially strong MFG Pro transactional skills.

• Able to lift up to 50 pounds.

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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.

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