Shipping Team Manager
Why join Avery Dennison:
We are a global materials science and digital identification solutions company with locations in over 50 countries, and approximately 35,000 employees worldwide. As a science and innovation company, we believe that diverse teams are stronger teams. We are committed to fostering a culture of curiosity and courage, where you can grow your career with a company that has innovation in its DNA. Founded on creating real-world impact to enable a better future, we strive to provide an open, collaborative culture where diversity of thought is encouraged and respected. Hear from our employees about what it's like working at Avery Dennison. Learn more at www.averydennison.com
Benefits:
At Avery Dennison, some of the great benefits we provide are:
Inclusive Healthcare Support: Access to our large network of medical and behavioral health professionals.
Retirement Savings: Avery Dennison supports your retirement readiness financially through company contributions to the 401(k) Plan. We encourage you to save as much as possible to meet your goals. You receive an automatic contribution of 3% of eligible pay (even if you contribute $0) plus a matching contribution of 50% on the first 7% of eligible pay you contribute.
Medical Insurance: Avery Dennison offers the following medical insurance plan options to best meet your needs and shares your plan costs with you. However, the larger portion is paid by the Company, and some of the benefits are at no cost to you.
Paid Time Off: We offer a generous vacation program that varies based upon your experience and position within Avery Dennison.
About the role:
As a Shipping Team Manager, you will lead efforts to ensure customer satisfaction while achieving business objectives regarding Safety, Employee Engagement, Quality, Productivity, Process Improvement, and Cost-effectiveness within your assigned shift and department.
Key Responsibilities:
This position is based on-site at our Greenfield, Indiana facility.
Promote safety as the most important value in the organization by actively enforcing all Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) policies/procedures, ensuring participation of team members in required safety training, and leading or participating in the investigation and implementation of corrective action plans for all safety incidents.
Provide leadership for the shift by creating a motivating environment for team members to meet and exceed facility goals for safety, service, quality, productivity, cost, and inventory control targets, recognizing and rewarding outstanding performance as needed.
Initiate, implement, and support effective operational improvements to promote safety, increase employee engagement, improve quality, minimize scrap, and increase productivity.
Ensure execution of standard operating procedures, standard work, quality standards, cycle counts, and safety/housekeeping audits, while engaging in technical problem solving and participating in projects focused on optimizing manufacturing processes and capabilities.
Oversee daily activities of team members including coaching, counseling, conducting regular performance reviews, and leading, facilitating, or participating in Enterprise Lean Sigma (ELS) continuous improvement activities and Kaizen events.
Qualifications:
High School diploma and a minimum of 3 years of leadership, process improvement, and supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment required; Bachelor’s degree in Operations Management, Engineering, or a related field preferred.
Demonstrated ability to lead, coach, support, and develop a diverse team of talent.
Knowledge of manufacturing operations systems (best practices), processes, and technology, with a demonstrated ability to achieve operational results through delegation and teamwork.
Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot and effectively problem-solve issues, implement solutions to prevent recurring problems, and exhibit effective time management, project management, and organizational skills.
Effective communication skills (written, verbal, active listening), professional behavior, and familiarization with Enterprise Lean Sigma (ELS) principles and lean sigma tools.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
Avery Dennison is an equal opportunity employer. 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 any other protected status.
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Pre-employment Screening Notice:
As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and productive work environment, Avery Dennison requires all final candidates to successfully complete a comprehensive background check and a drug screening. These checks are conducted post-offer and are a condition of employment. All results will be considered in accordance with applicable local, state, and federal laws.

We are a global materials science and digital identification solutions company with locations in over 50 countries, and approximately 35,000 employees worldwide.
We are Making Possible™ products and solutions that provide branding and information solutions that optimize labor and supply chain efficiency, reduce waste, 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 carry information that improves the customer experience.
We lead in serving an array of industries worldwide — including home and personal care, apparel, general retail, e-commerce, logistics, food and grocery, pharmaceuticals and automotive.