Production Operator (2nd/3rd Shift)

To qualify for the Production Operator role at Avery Dennison, candidates should possess a high school diploma or equivalent (GED) or have at least three years of relevant manufacturing work experience. Additionally, candidates must be able to lift up to 50 pounds and should be willing to work overtime as required. Proficiency in computer applications and the ability to obtain a Lift Truck Operator’s license are also essential.

The Production Operator position at Avery Dennison offers shifts that run during either the 2nd shift (2pm to 10pm, Monday through Friday) or the 3rd shift (10pm to 6am, Sunday night through Thursday night). This flexibility allows you to choose a schedule that fits your lifestyle while still being a crucial part of our production team.

As a Production Operator at Avery Dennison, your daily responsibilities will include sorting, labeling, and packaging finished products based on specifications. You'll also inspect products for quality, prepare necessary materials for machine operators, and maintain a clean working environment. Communication with team members across shifts is vital to ensure efficient operations and adherence to safety protocols.

Avery Dennison offers a wide range of benefits for the Production Operator position, including health and wellness benefits starting on day one, paid parental leave, 401K eligibility, tuition reimbursement, and an Employee Assistance Program. Additionally, you’ll enjoy paid vacation, holidays, and an annual uniform allotment, all designed to support your well-being and work-life balance.

Avery Dennison is committed to the professional development of its employees. As a Production Operator, you can take advantage of tuition reimbursement programs to further your education and skills. Additionally, participation in continuous improvement activities and teams allows you to gain leadership experience and could lead to advancement within the company.

When answering this question, focus on specific examples from your past roles that highlight your experience in sorting and packaging products. Discuss methods you used to ensure quality and efficiency, and any challenges you faced along the way, showcasing your problem-solving abilities.

In your response, emphasize your commitment to maintaining a safe work area. Provide examples of safety protocols you've followed, any safety training you’ve undergone, and how you contribute to a culture of safety among your colleagues.

Discuss the importance of quality control in your experience. Highlight specific instances where you inspected products and how you addressed discrepancies or issues, ensuring that only high-quality goods were packaged and shipped.

Effective communication is key in manufacturing settings. Describe how you ensure that important information is relayed between shifts, perhaps by maintaining logs or verbally communicating details to incoming team members to facilitate smooth operations.

Your answer should reflect your commitment to a safe work environment. Explain how you would address the situation — perhaps by reiterating safety guidelines to the co-worker or reporting the behavior to a supervisor if needed, while ensuring it is done respectfully.

Prepare a cohesive story that outlines your relevant work history in manufacturing. Focus on roles that have involved tasks similar to those of a Production Operator, emphasizing skills, responsibilities, and accomplishments that demonstrate your fit for the job.

When discussing your motivation, focus on aspects such as teamwork, achieving targets, and the satisfaction that comes from producing quality products efficiently. Personal anecdotes can enhance your response.

Provide a specific example of a process you improved, detailing what you did, the results you achieved, and how it benefited your team or the company, showing your proactive approach to continuous improvement.

Highlight any technical skills you have regarding machinery used in production. If you've performed maintenance or repairs or worked with maintenance departments, cite those examples while emphasizing your understanding of the equipment importance in operations.

Talk about your organizational skills and techniques you've used to keep orders on track. Use specific tools or methods you use for time management and detail how you ensure accuracy and efficiency while packing multiple orders.