Finishing Line Slitter/Packer - 5:30am-2:00pm

Company Description

Avery Dennison Corporation (NYSE: AVY) is a global materials science and digital identification solutions company that provides branding and information labeling solutions, including pressure-sensitive materials, radio-frequency identification (RFID) inlays and tags, and a variety of converted products and solutions. The company designs and manufactures a wide range of labeling and functional materials that enhance branded packaging, carry or display information that connects the physical and the digital, and improve customers’ product performance. The company serves an array of industries worldwide, including home and personal care, apparel, e-commerce, logistics, food and grocery, pharmaceuticals and automotive. The company employs approximately 36,000 employees in more than 50 countries. Reported sales in 2022 were $9.0 billion. Learn more at www.averydennison.com.

Job Description

Avery Dennison Reflective Solutions is looking for a finishing line slitter/packer to join our manufacturing team at our Niles, IL plant.  This is a second-shift position with a shift differential. Hours are Monday through Friday from 5:30am-2:00pm. Overtime may be required at this time. 

Why Avery Dennison? 

• A Values-based culture with a focus on teamwork, safety, respect, and caring for one another.
• Awarded a 100% score by the Human Rights Campaign Foundation for the 2022 Corporate Equality Index for best places to work for LGBTQ+ equality.
• Reflective Solutions Chicago area sites were awarded a 2020 Leadership Excellence Award for Diversity.
• Strong focus on sustainability, including Reflective Solutions Chicago area sites being 100% landfill-free.
• Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) are open to all full-time employees.  An ERG provides support and personal connection for its members in a manner that promotes diversity, cultural awareness, and an inclusive work environment. 

Job Description: The Finishing line slitter/packer is responsible for functions occurring within the finishing center operations. The Finishing Operator may be assigned to duties that include packaging slit rolls to customer specifications, operating the manual packaging line, cutting cores, banding, etc. This requires an understanding of Avery Dennison's standard packaging practices and the Exact program packing requirements. This position may be required to rotate.

Primary Job Duties and Responsibilities:

Activities and duties may vary depending on specific needs. Essential functions may include, but are not limited to: 

• Order and verify materials per order.
• Run orders per product specifications and standard practices. 
• Perform routine set-up and changeover of machine 
• Accurately capture and record necessary operating data, including downtime causes and performance-to-plan. 
• Inspect the general appearance of the finished product
• Label and package finished goods for shipment per customer specifications, quality requirements, and standard practices
• Keep the area supplied with necessary packaging materials
• Perform duties to continuously improve quality and productivity
• Maintain a clean, safe work area
• 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
• Follow all appropriate procedures for the accumulation, labeling, solid waste compacting, on-site transportation, storage, and inspection of materials designated as hazardous waste per Environmental Control Instructions
• Participate in group problem-solving teams and continuous improvement activities.
• Perform all other duties assigned by the Supervisor

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

• High School Diploma or equivalent (GED) or 3+ years of relevant manufacturing work experience.
• Previous manufacturing experience preferred

• Must be able to follow written and oral instructions.
• Must regard safety as a core value; must serve as role model for other employees and encourage adherence to safety practices, policies and procedures. 
• Must have strong service and quality focus; address issues effectively when problems arise and take initiative to understand root cause, then communicate/educate the team in a timely manner. 
• Must be 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. 
• Must 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. 
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