Paper Finishing Operator II - 2nd Shift - Quakertown, PA

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Full-time
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 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. 

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
As a Finishing operator, you will be responsible for functions occurring within the Finishing operations. You may be assigned to duties that include packaging slit rolls to customer specifications, operating the manual packaging line, cutting cores, banding, etc. This requires the understanding of Avery Dennison standard packaging practices and the Exact program packing requirements. Higher level roles in the Finishing operations include the operation of slitting, rewinding and / or automated packaging equipment. This position may be required to rotate. 

This role will be on B Team, 2nd Shift - M-F, 4PM-12AM.

Primary Job Duties and Responsibilities

Essential functions may include, but are not limited to: 

Sorting, labeling and packaging finished goods for shipment, per customer specifications, quality requirements and standard practices.
Inspecting general appearance of finished product. 
Keeping the area supplied with necessary packaging materials.
Preparing cores for machine operators.
Communicating and coordinating necessary information to appropriate shift / department personnel to ensure effective operations.
Tracking multiple orders being packed at one time. 
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 general appearance of finished product
Label and package finished goods for shipment per customer specifications, quality requirements, and standard practices
Performing duties to continuously improve quality and productivity.
Maintaining a clean, safe work area.
Performing 5S duties and audits.
Assisting in equipment maintenance activities, as directed.
Participating in group problem-solving teams and continuous improvement activities. 
Performing all other duties, as assigned by the supervisor.

Qualifications
High School Diploma or equivalent (GED) or 3+ years of relevant manufacturing work experience.
You regard safety as a core value; serve as role model for other employees and encourage adherence to safety practices, policies and procedures. 
You have a strong service and quality focus; address issues effectively when problems arise and take initiative to understand the root cause, then communicate / educate the team in a timely manner. 
You actively contribute in a team-based environment; encourage open communication and positive interaction with peers and management to effectively reach common goals. 
You must be able and willing to work overtime, including short-notice requests. 
You will be required to show proficiency with computer applications. 
You must be able to obtain a Lift Truck Operator’s License 
Able to lift up to 50 pounds.