Production Team Manager

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, 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 2024 were $8.8 billion. Learn more at www.averydennison.com.

As the Material Handling Team Manager, reporting directly to the Finishing & Material Handling Value Stream Manager, you are a vital leader in our operational heart. You will lead a customer-focused team of non-exempt employees across Shipping, Receiving, WIP, and SAI, ensuring the seamless movement and transactional accuracy of all chemical components and finished products. Your mission is to foster a collaborative culture that prioritizes process excellence and safety above all else.

Key Responsibilities:

• Safety Leadership: Provide daily leadership to instill an injury-free workplace, conducting safety huddles and ensuring compliance with all hazardous material handling protocols.

• Operational Excellence: Use Enterprise Lean Strategies (ELS) to review processes, reduce waste, and improve inventory accuracy through rigorous cycle counts and trailer/pallet management.

• People Development: Attract and develop high-potential talent by managing the Global Performance System (GPS), providing quarterly feedback, and creating cross-training opportunities to meet business needs.

• Strategic Execution: Drive site improvement plans by setting clear priorities, removing obstacles for your team, and collaborating with Logistics to optimize scheduling and resource allocation.

• Education: High school diploma or GED equivalency is required. A Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, or a related field is strongly preferred.

• Experience: Minimum of 5 years of operational experience is required, with at least 1 year of direct team management experience. 5+ years of leadership in a manufacturing or supply chain environment is preferred.

• Technical Skills: Proficiency in managing complex material handling systems; the capability to become an Oracle superuser is essential. Six Sigma or APICS certifications are a significant plus.

• Leadership Competencies: Demonstrated ability to "Build High-Performing, Diverse Teams," "Lead Change," and "Deliver Results" through agility and collaboration.

• Communication: Strong interpersonal skills to influence team behavior, resolve conflicts, and build cross-functional partnerships.

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