Process Engineer

Process Engineer

In this role, you are responsible for ensuring the optimal performance of our state-of-the-art cutting machines (finishing/slitters) at the Gotha location. The goal is to ensure smooth production of self-adhesive materials and to contribute continuously to the improvement of safety and manufacturing processes.

Main responsibilities:

• On-site deployment in Gotha.
• Ensuring the optimal performance of our cutting machines (finishing/slitters) through process analyses.
• Ensuring smooth production of self-adhesive materials.
• Active participation in the continuous improvement of safety and manufacturing processes.
• Identifying and implementing optimization potentials in terms of safety, productivity, quality, and costs in cross-departmental cooperation.
• Technical adjustments to resolve equipment problems and increase machine performance.
• Occasional support in the coating area.

Qualifications:

• Completed degree, preferably in mechanical engineering, process engineering, chemical engineering, or plastics engineering.
• At least 3 years of professional experience in a manufacturing company.
• Practical knowledge of lean tools and continuous improvement processes, as well as a strong safety awareness.
• Experience in project management based on lean/six sigma methods.
• Secure German and English language skills as well as a passion for innovation and entrepreneurial thinking.

What we offer:

• Financial security: Benefit from our award-winning company pension program (bAV), service-related benefits (VwL), and corporate benefits (discounts with various providers).
• Bonuses & on-site perks: Enjoy holiday and Christmas bonuses, employee referral bonuses, and subsidized meals in the canteen (with vending machines).
• Mobility and convenience: Use the job bike leasing and free parking with charging stations for electric vehicles.
• Vacation: Start with 30 vacation days (+3 additional days for employees with trust work time).
• Flexible working models: Benefit from trust work time, flexible working hours, and up to 1–2 days of home office per week (depending on the role).
• Well-being: Get access to an app for mental health and dermatology, participate in health campaigns with our company doctor, and receive a free gym membership. We also offer the Mental Health App Lyra Wellbeing for comprehensive support.
• Continuous development: Individual support: We invest in you with individual training and a personalized individual development plan.
• Social commitment: Engage in volunteer activities to support local non-profit organizations.

Why Avery Dennison:

We are a global material science and digital identification solutions company with locations in over 50 countries and around 35,000 employees worldwide. As a science and innovation company, we believe that diverse teams are stronger teams. We are committed to a culture of curiosity and courage where you can build your career with a company that carries innovation in its DNA. Founded with the goal of making a real impact and enabling a better future, we strive for an open, collaborative culture where diverse thinking is encouraged and respected. Learn from our employees what it's like to work at Avery Dennison. Learn more at

Avery Dennison works with the biggest brands in FMCG (consumer goods), apparel, automotive, and pharmaceutical sectors. Our Avery Dennison Materials site, founded in 1998, offers a team-oriented and dynamic environment. We support our LPM division and employ around 160 talented employees. The main functions at our site include quality, production (operations), and supply chain. This opens up diverse career paths and development opportunities.

Avery Dennison is an employer that promotes equal opportunity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to a disability, please contact us at Requestaccomodation@eu.averydennison.com to request an accommodation. In the EMEA region, we foster an inclusive culture through active employee resource groups (ERGs) such as Elevate, Unite, and our Mental Health Group. Please visit our DE&I page to learn more about our approach to diversity, equity, and inclusion.