Slitter Machine Operator - 3rd Shift

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.

Job Title: Printing & Slitting Machine Operator

Shift: 3rd Shift, 11 PM - 7 AM, Sun-Thurs

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

Are you a detail-oriented, hands-on problem solver looking to grow your skills in custom printing and finishing? We are seeking a self-motivated Printing & Slitting Machine Operator to join our 3rd Shift, 11PM-7AM, Sun-Thurs.

In this role, you will operate thermal, inkjet, and turret slitter equipment to print, encode, slit, and finish custom labels, tags, and RFID products. Working alongside supportive teammates, supervisors, and cross-functional teams like Quality and Warehouse, you will ensure high-quality production runs that meet customer specifications.

What You’ll Do:

• Set up, operate, and troubleshoot thermal, inkjet (Astro Nova, Muhlbauer PL Light), and Monarch printing systems.

• Perform equipment setups, changeovers, and knife/tension adjustments on single/dual tooling turret slitters.

• Interpret order specifications, perform quality checks, and manage station materials and inventory.

• Load supply rolls, pack finished orders, create case labels, and stage completed products.

• Collaborate with your team to solve problems, support safety, and identify continuous process improvements.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent; 3+ years of related machine operation experience preferred.

• Strong mechanical aptitude, manual dexterity, and good color vision.

• Familiarity with measurement tools (shop scales, overlay gauges) and basic math (decimals/percentages).

• Basic PC proficiency (Google Workspace, Excel, Word, or production management software).

• Ability to stand up to 8 hours daily and lift/carry up to 50 lbs (30 lbs overhead).

• Self-starter who works well independently and collaborates effectively in a team environment.

Additional Information

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.

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. 

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