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Company Description

Avery Dennison Corporation (NYSE: AVY) is a global materials science and digital identification solutions company that provides a wide range of branding and information solutions that optimize labor and supply chain efficiency, reduce waste, advance sustainability, circularity and transparency, and better connect brands and consumers. Our products and solutions include labeling and functional materials, radio frequency identification (RFID) inlays and tags, software applications that connect the physical and digital, and a variety of products and solutions that enhance branded packaging and carry or display information that improves the customer experience. Serving an array of 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 2023 were $8.4 billion. Learn more at www.averydennison.com.

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

• Health & wellness benefits starting on day 1 of employment

• Paid parental leave

• 401K eligibility

• Tuition reimbursement

• Employee Assistance Program eligibility / Health Advocate

• Paid vacation and paid holidays

Job Description

Avery Dennison was created to make a difference. Our founder, Stan Avery, believed that a values-driven company could be both a profitable enterprise and a force for good. His legacy of strong values, combined with prudent risk management, compels us to do business sustainably and help advance sustainability in the many industries we serve.

As a global materials science company, we make a difference in the world by inventing materials, improving how they’re made, and expanding their capabilities. On any given day, hundreds of millions of people are touched by a product, process, or experience made possible by the things we make.

If you want to make a difference, we seek a Product Compliance Specialist to join our team. This critical role is focused on product compliance for our North American region with diverse activities to support business operations. This opportunity includes supporting our customers directly, in addition to customer service, sales, marketing, and product development functions with compliance information, documents, processes, guidance, and training needed to assist them in supporting customer needs and regulatory requirements. This role also supports corporate governance by ensuring full compliance with government regulations and customer requirements for Avery Dennison products with adherence to the related current business processes and data management systems.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

•  Respond to customer inquiries regarding compliance of products with various regulatory or customer product safety or environmental requirements.

• Administer a database of compliance and safety information, structuring and using it to provide customers with applicable compliance information on company products.

• Communicate with raw material or component suppliers to obtain current compliance data related to products and/or coordinate product safety testing of products as needed to satisfy regulatory requirements or customer needs.

• Participate in new product development processes and provide compliance guidance to product development teams.

• Provide technical assistance to cross-functional groups, such as R&D, product development, marketing, customer service, and procurement, regarding compliance issues and initiatives.

• Support strategic initiatives to leverage compliance to differentiate products and enhance competitive edge, including tracking and updating business on new product compliance and safety developments.

• Execute product compliance testing by working with internal and external customers. Gather estimates, confirm funding, create purchase orders, collect samples from Avery Dennison locations and collaborate with testing facilities to create methods as needed.

• Lead training of internal and external stakeholders on compliance topics as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial, technical, or scientific field or equivalent experience required.  

• Approximately 3 years of experience in compliance is preferred, which can include product compliance or stewardship or EHS or similar experience.

Experience:

• Demonstrated data management ability, able to obtain, organize, and understand complex and large amounts of data using leading data management systems and tools.

• Previous experience in compliance service is preferred, preferably in product compliance or product stewardship.

• Demonstrated ability to prioritize and complete projects and assignments, exercising frequent independent judgment, initiative, and tact. Excellent time-management, organizational and project management skills are a must.

• Experience in handling highly confidential matters.

• Proficiency in applicable computer systems and demonstrated ability to effectively learn and use function-specific software.

• Excellent written and oral communication skills in English

• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills

• Strong analytical skills with a preference for knowledge of chemistry, chemical safety, or related fields.

• Experience with food contact regulations is a plus.

Other:

• Willingness to accept increased responsibilities and meet the demands of the region in a mature and professional manner, whether working independently or as part of a team.

• Excellent written and oral communication skills in English. 

• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills. 

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.

Reasonable Accommodations Notice

If you require accommodations to view or apply for a job, alternative methods are available to submit an application. Please email: na.ta.operations@averydennison.com to discuss reasonable accommodations.

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