Job Description

The Chemical Technician is responsible for supporting operations by staging and moving manufacturing materials around the site via forklift, pallet jack, or hand. Performing production floor support activities such as stocking materials, obtaining samples, changing filters, labeling, and packaging finished materials. Preparing tanks to receive production batches, performing compounding/transferring operations, and loading/unloading of bulk materials. Performs housekeeping tasks. Works under the direction and supervision of more experienced operations team members . This role will be 2nd Shift, 2:30 PM - 11:00 PM.

Primary Job Duties and Responsibilities:

Activities and duties may vary depending on site-specific needs and daily work assignments. Essential functions may include, but are not limited to:

• Moves manufacturing materials as required, including by hand.
• Prepares packaging, obtains samples, changes filters, labels, and loads drums, totes, and tankers with finished product.
• Prepares tanks to receive production batches by transferring material or performing water rinsing to meet schedule requirements.
• Follows standard operating procedures, including entering variables and monitoring transfers for compounding/blending materials, making adjustments as needed.
• Records data and maintains paperwork and spreadsheets associated with assigned work, judging for accuracy and completeness of data.
• Follows safety procedures when handling materials and operating equipment.
• Maintains a safe and clean work environment by performing assigned housekeeping tasks.
• Follows verification process to ensure the highest quality standards are met.
• Obtains assistance from higher-level production personnel if problems arise or normal instructions are insufficient.

Qualifications

Essential Requirements:

• Education/Experience: High school diploma or equivalent (GED) OR 3+ years of manufacturing experience.
• Respirator Use: Ability to wear a respirator, which requires being clean-shaven for proper fit.

Key Skills & Attributes:

• Safety Champion: Prioritizes safety and encourages adherence to all safety protocols.
• Team Player: Actively contributes to a positive, communicative team environment.
• Quality & Service Focused: Dedicated to high-quality work, proactive problem-solving, and effective communication of solutions.
• Adaptable Learner: Eager to learn, cross-train, and share knowledge.
• Reliable & Flexible: Consistently dependable, with the ability to work overtime (including short notice) and adapt to production needs.
• Detail-Oriented: Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions precisely.
• Physical Stamina: Able to stand for several hours.
• Mechanical Aptitude: Possesses a good understanding of mechanical principles.

Preferred Requirements:

• Preferred: Associate certificate/2 years of college or equivalent experience.
• Desired: EHS & Quality training and hazardous materials training.
• Desired: Experience with forklifts and Yard Trucks.
• Strongly preferred: 1-2 years of chemical manufacturing or applicable experience.

Additional Information

Important Note:

• Avery Dennison places the highest value on the health and safety of our employees. We must ensure that employees' job assignments are not likely to result in injury or illness. Pre-existing medical conditions and the use of certain medications may increase the risk of injury while performing tasks at work. For this reason, we require all new hires to complete a pre-employment medical questionnaire
• Pre-Hire Medical Questionnaire: Upon accepting a role with Avery Dennison, you will be required to complete a pre-hire medical questionnaire. This is a standard procedure to ensure your ability to safely perform the job's physical demands and to identify any potential health concerns.
• Privacy: The information disclosed in this questionnaire is only available to our team of Licensed Occupational Health Nurses. You may be contacted by one of the nurses to review information or to answer additional questions. Nurses may also elect to consult with a physician about specific concerns before approving the physical. All costs are covered by Avery Dennison.
• Falsification of Medical Information: Falsifying information on the medical questionnaire is a serious offense and may lead to disciplinary actions up to and including termination. This includes both false information and information that is not disclosed.
• Reasonable Accommodations: We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you require any accommodations to perform the essential functions of this job, please let us know during the application process.

Essential physical requirements for work:

• Movement: May require the ability to stand/walk for up to 80% of your shift, with frequent pushing, pulling, bending, reaching, and squatting 50% of the time
• Lifting: May require the ability to lift up to 50 pounds for up to 50% of your shift.
• Environment: May require being comfortable working in an environment with varying temperatures and humidity.

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 NA.TA.Operations@averydennison.com to discuss reasonable accommodations.