Electrical Maintenance Technician (Nights)

Company Description

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, 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 2024 were $8.8 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

Job Description

We're seeking a skilled and safety-focused Electrical Maintenance Technician to join our team. In this pivotal role, you'll be instrumental in ensuring the safety of our personnel and assets, significantly improving equipment reliability, and supporting critical capital projects. You'll be the first responder to emergency and unplanned downtime events for our plant production lines, keeping our operations running smoothly. This position operates on a 6:00 PM - 6:00 AM, 4-on/4-off (Monday - Saturday) shift.

Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:

• Prioritizing safety by adhering to all plant environmental and safety policies and OSHA regulations.
• Expert troubleshooting: Locating and diagnosing failures, replacing defective components, and performing complex repairs using detailed drawings, diagrams, and technical manuals.
• Maintaining electrical systems: Installing, maintaining, and repairing equipment for generating, distributing, and utilizing electrical energy, including testing circuits and installing new power, light, and control circuits.
• Advanced electrical repair: Repairing complex electrical equipment like Drives, HMIs, PLCs, motors, switches, and automated machines.
• Precision wiring: Performing complex wiring assignments and installing conduit.
• Problem-solving under pressure: Improvising acceptable fixes to minimize downtime.
• Strategic parts management: Ordering and requisitioning new parts and equipment to maintain optimal inventory.
• Collaborative support: Assisting engineers in diagnosing problems and suggesting corrective actions.
• Mechanical proficiency: Repairing and maintaining machinery such as pneumatic tools, conveyor systems, and production equipment.
• Proactive maintenance: Following a strict preventive maintenance schedule to reduce unplanned downtime.
• Reporting and continuous improvement: Documenting shift metrics, maintaining repair logs, and actively seeking methods to improve product/process quality and reduce waste.
• Team collaboration: Actively contributing to team decision-making, supporting colleagues, and assisting with project work.
• Facility support: Repairing or overseeing contractors for HVAC systems, janitorial services, and grounds maintenance.

Qualifications

What you'll bring:

• 3-5 years of proven experience as an Industrial or related Electrical Maintenance Technician.
• Unwavering commitment to safety as a core value, serving as a role model for others.
• Strong technical knowledge in industrial machine repair/reliability techniques and the ability to work from prints/technical drawings.
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) to interface effectively with both technical and non-technical personnel.
• A collaborative spirit and ability to thrive in a team-based environment, fostering open communication.
• A strong service and quality focus, with the initiative to understand root causes and educate the team.
• Flexibility and dependability to support production and customer needs, including willingness to work overtime, often on short notice.

Ideally, you'll also have:

• An Associate's Degree in Industrial Maintenance, Machine Repair, Automated Manufacturing, or a Journeyman’s card.
• A minimum of 5-8 years of verifiable overall maintenance experience.