Company Description

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.

At Avery Dennison, some of the great benefits we provide are:

• Retirement Savings Plan: Employee Savings Plan (401(k) Plan): Avery Dennison supports your retirement readiness financially through company contributions to the 401(k) Plan. 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.

• Comprehensive Healthcare Options: Medical Insurance: Avery Dennison offers the Choice PPO Plan, Health Savings HDHP, Variable Copay Plan, and HMO options to best meet your needs and shares your plan costs with you.

• Paid Time Off: We offer a generous vacation program that varies based upon your experience and position within Avery Dennison.

• Inclusive Healthcare Support: Specially trained service team: Our member service team will help you find the quality care you need.

Job Description

Avery Dennison is seeking a Sr. Color Matcher who is a highly motivated problem solver to lead the division’s color matching program. The role will support cross-functional teams across the Global Graphics division with color matching requests, while aiding in problem-solving efforts when color issues arise in the production environment. You will work closely with site operations, Graphics R&D, and Graphics Marketing to ensure business success in a leading company where individual and team success are recognized and rewarded. This role operates on Day Shift, Monday - Friday 6:30 AM - 3:00 PM.

All interested individuals are encouraged to apply for this position. Those currently in the same department (Coating, Finishing, Shipping, etc.) at the hiring location will receive first consideration. They will be reviewed in accordance with the US Hourly Job Bid Policy and evaluated via our shift alignment process. Eligible and qualified applicants outside of the department will be given consideration and invited to interview for the position if there are no selected candidates via the shift alignment process. Further details regarding the job bid policy can be found in ad.a. Please discuss this opportunity with your manager prior to completing an application. Our typical recruiting process takes 2-4 weeks, depending on the current hiring volume and number of applicants.  

Key Responsibilities:

• Onsite location in Lowell, IN.

• Lead the custom color matching process and maintain color recipes in consultation with Process Engineering.

• Define pigment standards per a defined frequency, communicate with suppliers as problems arise, and provide knowledge on best practices for pigment choices in formulations.

• Solve color problems in the production environment related to scrap and customer complaints by analyzing root causes and implementing countermeasures.

• Act as a liaison to customer service and marketing regarding color requests, working directly with customers to provide solutions that align with Avery Dennison’s capabilities.

• Maintain color match equipment including daily verifications/calibrations, serve as document owner for color matching procedures, and orient and train junior level employees and Colorist Operators.

• Support cross-functional teams across the Graphics division regarding color matching requests

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years of printing, coating, or paint industry experience required; previous Quality or Process Engineering experience preferred.

• Good troubleshooting, problem-solving, and mechanical ability with demonstrated experience analyzing root causes.

• Proficient in Google Workspace and Microsoft Office applications.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to actively contribute in a team-based environment and mentor junior team members.

• Continuous improvement mindset: actively seeking knowledge, skills, and experience to grow and develop professionally.

• Schedule flexibility to support operations as needed, alongside a commitment to practicing all health, safety, and housekeeping policies.

Additional Information

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.

Reasonable Accommodations Notice:

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.

Identity Verification Notice:

To maintain the integrity of our hiring process and protect our candidates from identity fraud, we require video and/or in-person interviews. As part of this verification, we may also ask you to take a brief photo. This image is used exclusively to ensure identity consistency and will be permanently deleted once the hiring process concludes.

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.