Machine Repair Technician, 3rd shift, 10pm-6am Mon-Fri

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. 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

GENERAL DEFINITION: Perform a wide range of activities to include service and repair of all machines, equipment and structures in and around the site. This role will be on 3rd shift, 10pm-6am Mon-Fri.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide support to the production team to produce superior quality materials that meet/exceed client needs.  This role supports the needs of manufacturing and       facilities to ensure both are in top working order.  

• Examines mechanical equipment to diagnose trouble. 

• Locates and diagnoses failures, replaces defective components, and performs basic troubleshooting using standard equipment, detailed drawings, diagrams,        sketches, specifications, prints, manuals, and verbal and/or written instructions. 

• Assures correct positioning of production machines. 

• Performs preventative maintenance on equipment. 

• Properly inspect and maintain shop equipment, in accordance with OSHA regulation.

• Installs functional and structural parts in devices or equipment. Prepares new machines and production equipment for operation. 

• Follows a strict preventive maintenance schedule to lessen exposure to downtime related repairs and maintenance.

• Repairs and maintains machinery and mechanical equipment such as pneumatic tools, motors, conveyor systems and production machines and equipment           using testing instruments, hand and power tools and precision-measuring instruments.

• Disassembles machines and repairs or replaces broken parts. 

• Adjusts functional parts of mechanical devices as necessary. 

• Cleans and lubricates parts. 

• Inspects completed repairs.

• Perform other duties as assigned by leadership, including assisting at different workstations, maintaining 5S/housekeeping standards, and supporting overall plant safety and production goals.

Your Work Environment

This is a manufacturing work environment. That means that there is exposure to heated equipment, dust, oil, cleaning solvents and noise. There is frequent bending and stooping in this work. Most importantly, you must wear department-required safety equipment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent (e.g., GED)

• 3 - 5 years demonstrated experience in a mechanical repair environment.   Applied education and/or apprenticeship is required.  

• Demonstrated experience in the use of precision measuring equipment and hand tools. 

• Demonstrated experience/working knowledge of trigonometry, geometry and shop math.

• Demonstrated experience/working knowledge in hydraulics and pneumatics.  

• Must be proficient in the set-up and operation of mills, drills, lathes, grinders, surface grinders, etc.

• Good interpersonal skills, mathematical aptitude, mechanical/technical skills and aptitude and logical problem-solving skills necessary.

• Good verbal and written communication.

• Able to work in fast-paced environment with a highly participative work system.

• Ability to work independently in a safe and timely manner necessary.

• Must be motivated towards productivity improvements, safety and quality awareness.

• Must be able to lift 50lbs alone and team lift 100lbs

• Must be open to working overtime (there are periods of mandatory and voluntary overtime)

• Perform other duties as assigned by leadership, including assisting at different workstations, maintaining 5S/housekeeping standards, and supporting overall plant safety and production goals.

Additional Information

As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and productive work environment, Avery Dennison requires all final candidates to successfully complete a comprehensive background check and a drug screening. These checks are conducted post-offer and are a condition of employment. All results will be considered in accordance with applicable local, state, and federal laws. 
Reasonable Accommodations Notice
If you require accommodations to view or apply for a job, alternative methods are available to submit an application. Please contact (440) 534-6000 or NA.TA.Operations@averydennison.com to discuss reasonable accommodations.