About Avery Dennison

Avery Dennison Corporation (NYSE: AVY) is a global materials science and tracking solutions company specializing in the design and manufacture of a wide variety of labeling and functional materials. The company’s products and solutions, which are used in nearly every major industry, include pressure-sensitive materials for labels and graphic applications; tapes and other bonding solutions for industrial, medical, and retail applications; tags, labels and embellishments for apparel; and radio frequency identification (RFID) solutions serving retail apparel and other markets. The company employs approximately 36,000 employees in more than 50 countries. Reported sales in 2021 were $8.4 billion.

Avery Dennison is an equal opportunity employer.

Learn more at www.averydennison.com.

We are currently recruiting a Process Engineer to join our Engineering Department. The candidate will form part of an established engineering team and report to the Technical Engineering Manager. The Process Engineer will be responsible for various projects including development of manufacturing processes for new products, new equipment development and installation, equipment upgrades, equipment validations and continuous improvement projects.

Avery Dennison Medical manufacturing processes include: Rotary die cutting & converting; extrusion; liquid filling into tubes, sachets & bottles; thermal sealing; ultrasonic & RF welding; coating; lamination; packaging and printing.

Key responsibilities for the role:

• Develop the manufacturing processes for new product developments (NPD) and new product introductions (NPI) ensuring the process meets Health and Safety requirements as well as operational targets
• Support the validation of new products by working with the quality and operations departments to ensure the successful execution of the validation activities
• Complete project lifecycle management for new equipment and equipment upgrades including equipment specification development, project costing, project justification, timeline adherence, budget monitoring, installation coordinating and validation
• Design of production tooling to improve output and reduce waste
• Lead process improvement projects by utilising lean tools to optimise production processes and maximise agreed cost savings
• Lead equipment validation activities including writing URS, FAT, SAT, IQ and OQ documentation
• Communicate project performance to the management team by reporting on project plan adherence and budgetary status
• Ensure all production equipment, processes and work areas meet Health & Safety standards by supporting the completion of risk assessments
• Lead process troubleshooting and optimisation by utilising structured problem solving techniques and data analysis to resolve complex issues
• Create standardized operating instructions, work instructions and other general process related documents.
• Identify the root cause and implement solutions to equipment and process related non-conformances and document them using the NCR and CAPA processes

• Degree in engineering (mechanical/ electronic/ automation)
• 3-5 years’ experience in a similar manufacturing environment
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects with minimal supervision
• A proven track record in project management
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work in cross-functional team environments
• Hands on ability to analyse and solve complex problems
• Capable of working in a fast paced environment
• The ability to organise, plan and execute multiple tasks to strict timelines
• Validation experience including protocol and report writing would be an advantage
• Knowledge of medical device manufacturing & GMP environment would be an advantage
• Knowledge of lean tools and DMAIC process would be an advantage

AVERY DENNISON IS EVERYWHERE YOU LOOK:
We not only embrace change… we drive it. We work hard, push hard, and take brave risks. Our culture is innovative and collaborative - where bold ideas turn into action. We grow strong talent through stretch opportunities only restricted by your interests. We are committed to workplace diversity, both for employees and for the business. We are a force for good, imbedded in industries and communities worldwide. We are challenging ourselves and others to reach higher and think bigger to improve the quality of all life. Avery Dennison is a great place to work for everyone. We offer:

• Workplace Flexibility
• Structured learning and development
• Mentoring program
• Competitive total rewards

We look forward to receiving your application.

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