Press Operator at Avery Dennison

Gardner, Kansas, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

25 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

24 Feb, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Machine Ownership, Quality Control, Troubleshooting, Mechanical Aptitude, Flexographic Printing, Reading Measurements, Basic Math, Resilience, Accountability, Curiosity

Industry

Packaging and Containers Manufacturing

Description

Company Description About Avery Dennison 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 Description Are you a mechanically inclined problem-solver who takes pride in owning your technology? At Avery Dennison, we don’t just print labels; we design materials science solutions that connect the physical and digital worlds. We are looking for a Press Operator (internally known as a Technical Pilot) to join our team. If you have a "zero-defect" mindset and a passion for high-quality results, we want to hear from you. Your Day-to-Day As a Press Operator, you will be the "pilot" of your machine, responsible for converting raw materials into finished, high-quality printed products. Machine Ownership: Set up, install printing plates, and adjust cylinders according to precise specifications. Quality Control: Monitor ink viscosity and color sequences to ensure every product meets our "zero-defect" standard. Troubleshooting: Use your mechanical aptitude to detect malfunctions and perform root-cause adjustments rather than "band-aid" fixes. Work with your team to meet production targets while maintaining a safety-first environment.Collaboration: Qualifications What You Bring Experience: 1-2 years of printing experience (Flexographic preferred). Education: High School Diploma or GED. Skills: Strong basic math and the ability to read measurements down to 1/8". The "Soft" Fit: You are accountable, curious about how things work, and resilient during high-pressure shifts. Details Shift: 2nd Shift (6 PM – 6 AM, Mon-Wed; 6 PM – 12 AM, Thurs). Benefits: Health & wellness from Day 1, 401K, and paid parental leave 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. 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 [email protected] to discuss reasonable accommodations.

Responsibilities

The Press Operator will be responsible for setting up and operating printing machinery, installing plates, and adjusting cylinders to convert raw materials into finished printed products. This role requires monitoring ink viscosity and color sequences to maintain a zero-defect standard while actively troubleshooting machine malfunctions.