Team Manager, 3rd Shift at Avery Dennison

Bald Eagle Township, Pennsylvania, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

07 Oct, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

09 Jul, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Manufacturing Operations, Team Leadership, Performance Management, Lean Manufacturing, 5S, Kaizen, Waste Reduction, ISO 9001, ISO 14001, Workforce Planning, Labor Relations, Safety Management, Problem Solving, Coaching, Mentoring, Budget Management

Industry

Packaging and Containers Manufacturing

Description

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 The Team Manager will be responsible for leading our 3rd shift (11PM-7AM) manufacturing team, involving continuous coordination of production-related activities, workforce planning, labor relations and effective communication in order to meet production objectives and customer expectations with the highest standard of quality, efficiency, safety, and housekeeping. The Team Manager also acts as a mentor and coach for Shift Leader(s) and Assistant Shift Leader(s). OPERATIONS / PRODUCTIVITY INITIATIVES: • Directly supervise production employees. Monitor work, alter schedules to meet unforeseen conditions, control load factors and flow of work to ensure maximum use of available capacity and effective use of labor, tools and equipment. • Improve production capabilities through effective performance management and planning/utilization of human and capital resources. • Collaborate with other functional areas to resolve problems and develop improved manufacturing processes. Make efforts to reduce manufacturing waste and process complexity. • Analyze and draw information for daily operational needs and improvement for the team. Provide prompt problem solving for key issues. • Responsible for key operational measures within business unit (service, quality, productivity, cost, safety). Drive improvement strategies in all key metric areas; manage production flow, staffing schedule and resources to budget and plan. • Lead 5S activities, housekeeping, and waste reduction programs • Ensure best practices and standard operating procedures are being followed by conducting frequent business audits. LEADERSHIP/DEVELOPMENT INITIATIVES: • Coach, mentor and develop direct reports, assuring effective teamwork and individual effectiveness within the organization • Support performance management activities - including performance evaluation, objective setting, and developmental planning for hourly manufacturing employees • Perform general management duties, exercising usual authority concerning staff, performance appraisals, promotions and terminations. Responsible for training and development of subordinate staff, estimating personnel needs, assigning work, meeting completion dates, interpreting and ensuring consistent application of organizational policies. Maintain all timekeeping, overtime and vacation records and schedules. • Conduct effective training of new employees and continued cross-training and development of existing employees • Act as a team role model and change-agent. Positively lead and influence team members to partner together to achieve individual and business goals. • Model and promote the Corporation's Code of Business Ethics and Values. SAFETY/TRAINING INITIATIVES: • Support and promote safety initiatives along with active participation in near misses and accident investigations. Provide training, periodic reviews and support to safety team as needed. • Lead the efforts to create a safety conscious environment; be actively involved in safety initiatives. • Lead monthly emergency drills and safety huddles. • Maintain operator training materials and schedules. • Support ISO 9001 & 14001 initiatives. Qualifications • High School Diploma/GED required, Bachelor's Degree preferred. • 4+ years of manufacturing industry operations experience, preferably within a chemical plant working with hazardous materials and reactive chemistry. • Prior experience with direct or indirect leadership of employees. Ability to manage, coach and develop a diverse team of individuals performing a variety of tasks. • Ability to think ahead, anticipate problems, make decisions and take appropriate action. • Skilled in analyzing and drawing information for daily operational needs, problem solving, and improvement for the team. • Demonstrated hands-on process and productivity improvements. • Experience with lean manufacturing programs, tools and processes: including Kaizen events, 5S, Standard work and Waste Reduction. • Experience with ISO 9000 and 14001 preferred. 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. 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 [email protected] to discuss reasonable accommodations.

Responsibilities

Lead the 3rd shift manufacturing team to meet production objectives while ensuring high standards of quality, safety, and efficiency. Act as a mentor to shift leaders and oversee workforce planning, labor relations, and operational improvements.