CNC Manual Machinist

Job Description

Vestcom, an Avery Dennison Company Vestcom is the industry leader in shelf-edge technology and a proud subsidiary of Avery Dennison, a global leader in materials science. By joining our team, you gain the agility of a specialized industry leader backed by the global scale, benefits, and stability of Avery Dennison.

Why Join Avery Dennison? At Avery Dennison, we don’t just follow instructions; we solve problems. We are looking for a CNC Machinist who acts as a "Technical Pilot"—someone with a "zero-defect" mindset and a deep curiosity for how things work. Here, you’ll have the autonomy to own your workstation and the support to grow your technical skills.

Shift & Compensation

• 1st Shift: 5:00 AM – 3:30 PM (4-day work week! Enjoy 3 days off).

• Benefits: Comprehensive medical, 401K matching, and paid time off starting Day 1.

Your Impact (Essential Duties)

• Manual & Precision Machining: Set up and manually operate conventional lathes, vertical milling machines, and machining centers with high precision to fabricate complex, one-off, or high-tolerance custom parts without relying on automated G-code programs.

• Technical Troubleshooting: Use machine manuals, precise measuring tools, and hands-on mechanical diagnostics to independently identify, troubleshoot, and resolve machining issues or mechanical setups on the fly.

• Blueprint Mastery: Read and interpret complex blueprints, engineering drawings, and schematics to manually layout, calculate, and machine intricate profiles involving tight radiuses, angles, and varied tangent points.

• Equipment Care & Continuous Improvement: Perform routine light maintenance, continuous cleaning, and preventative upkeep on your assigned manual machines to ensure peak operational accuracy and maintain a safe workspace.

• Shop-Wide Collaboration: Partner with cross-functional shop team members, support plant-wide facility projects, and lend machining expertise across the floor wherever needed.

Qualifications

Who You Are (Qualifications)

• Education: High School Diploma/GED required. A Technical Certificate or Associate’s Degree in CNC Machining is highly preferred.

• Experience: 3-5 years of hands-on CNC experience or equivalent training.

• Technical Skills: * Proficiency with precision measuring instruments and hand/power tools.

  • Basic computer skills (Outlook, Word, Excel).

  • The "Plus" Factor: Familiarity or working knowledge of G-code is a significant advantage.

• Physical Readiness: Ability to stand for 75% of the shift, lift up to 50 lbs, and work in a loud manufacturing environment with appropriate PPE.

The Ideal Fit You are a proactive professional who works well under minimal supervision. You value Accountability and Curiosity, always looking for ways to improve a process rather than just finishing a task.

Additional Information

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.

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.

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