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Coating Operator - Nights

Are you mechanically inclined, detail-oriented, and passionate about precision equipment? As a Coating Machine Operator at Avery Dennison, you will operate and optimize advanced coating line equipment—including unwinds, dies, and winders—to manufacture high-quality products safely and efficiently.

Shift: Night Shift (2-2-3 schedule, 6:45 PM – 7:00 AM) | Overtime required as needed

Starting Hourly Pay: $25.09/hr plus $2/hr shift differential

Key Responsibilities:

  • Machine Operation & Setup: Lead machine set-ups, changeovers, and monitor process conditions to ensure production meets exact quality specifications.

  • Troubleshooting & Maintenance: Identify process abnormalities, perform daily preventive maintenance, and collaborate with maintenance teams to minimize downtime.

  • Continuous Improvement: Participate in continuous improvement (ELS) initiatives, root-cause problem solving, and quality standard adherence.

  • Team Collaboration & Leadership: Act as a backup Team Leader during absences, assist with peer training, and foster a safe, positive team environment.

  • Safety & Compliance: Serve as a role model for safety, strictly adhering to Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) policies and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).

  • High School Diploma/GED OR 3+ years of relevant manufacturing experience.

  • Strong mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, and analytical troubleshooting skills.

  • Comfort following written/oral instructions, SOPs, and technical guidelines.

  • Experience using manufacturing software/systems (MFG Pro skills preferred).

  • Demonstrated dependability, flexibility, and a safety-first mindset.

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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