Material Handler / Shipping Loader - Sml Coordinator Ii - 2Nd Shift, 2Pm-10Pm

Avery Dennison Corporation (NYSE: AVY) is a global materials science and digital identification solutions company that provides a wide range of branding and information solutions that optimize labor and supply chain efficiency, reduce waste, advance sustainability, circularity and transparency, and better connect brands and consumers. Our products and solutions include labeling and functional materials, radio frequency identification (RFID) inlays and tags, software applications that connect the physical and digital, and a variety of products and solutions that enhance branded packaging and carry or display information that improves the customer experience. Serving an array of 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 2023 were $8.4 billion. Learn more at www.averydennison.com.

The Material Handler is expected to be proficient at safe forklift operation at all times including physical movement of material in, out, and within the building while performing all necessary system transactions in the Oracle Warehouse Management system.  Activities performed will include shipping and receiving material in and out of the building, supplying production lines with material, and putting away material from production lines. This role is on 2nd Shift, 2pm-10pm.

This posting is for the Peachtree City Shipping department and is subject to shift alignment. All interested individuals are encouraged to apply, with those currently in the Peachtree City Shipping department receiving first consideration.

Primary Job Duties and Responsibilities:

Activities and duties may vary depending upon site specific needs. Essential functions may include, but are not limited to supporting the following:

• Load trailers in Shipping while performing all necessary system transactions, paperwork filing, and safety procedures
• Unload the line to keep material flowing from Finishing to Shipping
• Understand and implement the quality standard procedures 
• Ability to work in a constant state of alertness and safe manner
• Conduct weekly cycle counts
• Follow all health, safety, and housekeeping procedures, policies and practices and consistently work in a safe manner with regard to self, co-workers, and manufacturing systems.  
• Perform other duties as assigned

• Minimum education of High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Have general knowledge and be able to work with computers and programs (G Suite Applications, Oracle, OTM, etc.).
• Willingness to act as an additional material handling resource by taking a hands-on approach to day-to-day inbound/outbound/production activities.
• Must regard safety as a core value; must serve as a role model for other employees and encourage adherence to safety practices, policies and procedures. 
• Must be able to actively contribute in a team based environment, encourage open communication and positive interaction with peers and management to effectively reach a common goal. 
• Must have a strong service and quality focus, be able to address issues effectively when problems arise, and take the initiative to understand the root cause then communicate/educate team in a timely manner. 
• Must have demonstrated record of flexibility and dependability in order to support material handling operations and a strong customer focus.
• Must have a strong detail orientation and be able to follow written and oral instructions.  
• Must be able to lift / push / pull up to 50 lbs.

Preferred Requirements 

• 3-5 years of experience in manufacturing/logistics in a similar production environment.
• Track record of participating in continuous improvement initiatives.
• Time Management skills, ability to work with teams , or autonomously.
• Track record of following Lean manufacturing processes.
• Forklift experience highly preferred

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.

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