Company Description

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.

Avery Dennison is an equal opportunity employer. Please let us know if we can support you with reasonable accommodations throughout the application process by contacting our team via [email protected]. 

Job Description

Are you a creative problem-solver who enjoys collaborating in a dynamic, fast-paced environment? Are you eager to make a meaningful impact and apply your unique skills to diverse projects across Europe?

Within this stream of our 2-year rotational European Graduate Program of our Materials Group Business Unit, you'll tackle exciting 12-month assignments in different areas of Operations/Manufacturing. For your first rotation, you will be based in our production site in Champ-sur-Drac - and rotate to an assignment at one of our various production sites across Europe in your second year. 

We'll empower you to take on responsibility quickly while you explore all aspects of our operations. You'll contribute to both day-to-day activities and strategic manufacturing projects. Beyond honing your technical expertise, you'll have the opportunity to develop strong communication and leadership skills. These skills will be essential as you drive sustainable continuous improvement within the sites and make a lasting impact.

Your tasks may include activities such as:

Support of local & European continuous improvement and optimization projects in areas such as Process Engineering, Quality, Maintenance, Enterprise Lean Six Sigma, Manufacturing For Future / Digital Transformation and Environment Health & SafetyInvolvement in project work such as new equipment installation / machine modificationsManufacturing key projects and Teamleader roles can be considered for the second rotation

While you are on this exciting journey, you will receive plenty of support along the way. Our Mentoring and Training Program, combined with on-the-job learning, will enable you to build your skills and transition from college to the corporate workplace, leveraging strengths and defining your career path.

Wondering what your career path will look like after completion of the program?

We are committed to your career long-term. Having successfully completed your rotations, you will have the opportunity to build your career your way. Grow vertically, change roles, try new things - we will support you in this process of finding the right permanent role, balancing your talents with our organizational needs. 

More details about the program as well as the application process can be found here.

Ready to take on the challenge? Apply online now for the next program start date of 1st of October 2025!

Qualifications

We are looking for collaborative problem-solvers who thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. Individuals who are eager to make a meaningful impact and contribute their unique strengths and ideas to our team.

What we also expect you to have:

University Degree (Bachelor / Master) in a relevant Engineering field, such as Mechanical / Chemical / Electrical / Energy / Industrial / Production / Safety Engineering or equivalentSome relevant practical experience (e.g. internships, project work), ideally in an international manufacturing settingProficiency in EnglishFlexibility to relocate for different projects and assignments across Europe during the program

Applying for European Graduate Program means going all out for an exciting, dynamic and multi-faceted opportunity that offers new challenges each day. Ready to take on the challenge? If so, apply online now for the next program start date on 1st of October 2025!

Important:

Only applications in English can be consideredFor the European Graduate Program - Operations / Manufacturing, an unlimited EU Work Permit is required

Additional Information

Avery Dennison is a great place to work for everyone - just click here to get to know us better: Life at Avery Dennison

We offer:

Competitive Total RewardsRelocation SupportA structured Training and Mentoring program to support your developmentTeam-oriented and highly international environment, in which you get responsibility and the possibility to test your talentsA strong commitment to workplace diversity and sustainability - please click on the following links to learn more! Diversity, Equity & Inclusion / Sustainability

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