ABOUT AVERY DENNISON
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 and mitigate loss, 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 nearly 60 countries. Our reported sales in 2025 were $8.9 billion. Learn more at www.averydennison.com.
Job Description
ABOUT YOUR ROLE
Join our growing manufacturing team in Kulim, Kedah, Malaysia! We're seeking a dedicated and knowledgeable Senior Executive, HR to ensure our operations meet stringent local and international standards for human resources.
The position function focuses on driving operational excellence in Learning & Development, Compensation & Benefits, foreign worker management, and shop floor hiring.
YOUR MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES WILL INCLUDE
L&OD Management:
Execute site annual training roadmap based on organizational needs and competency gap analysis.
Source, evaluate, and manage relationships with external training vendors, develop internal training capabilities for knowledge sharing.
Track training effectiveness through feedback mechanisms.
C&B Management:
To analyze the compensation and benefits structure of the Company to ensure appropriate compensation across all departments and to participate in Employee Benefit Review exercise.
To review and manage salary structure, job analysis and evaluation, job grading, compensation and benefits surveys and compensation programs to align to Company’s reward and retention strategy.
To work closely with payroll providers to administer monthly salary administration and payroll processes accurately and timely.
Foreign Worker Management:
Act as the primary point of contract for all matters related to expatriate and foreign national employees.
Manage end-to-end work permit, visa, and residence permit applications and renewals in compliance with local immigration laws.
Liaise with agencies and immigration offices to stay updated on policy changes affecting foreign employment.
Shop Floor Workers Hiring:
Partner with department heads to conduct workforce planning and create accurate job descriptions.
Conduct interviews, coordinate assessment centers, and manage the offer negotiation and closing process.
Qualifications
WHAT WE WILL BE LOOKING FOR IN YOU
Education: Bachelor's degree
Experience:
Minimum of 5 - 8 years of experience in human resources.
Knowledge: Good knowledge of Employment Act 1955 and statutory requirement and law.
Skills:
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills to identify risks and develop effective solutions.
Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with diverse teams, external and internal.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
Attributes:
High level of integrity, ethics, and attention to detail.
Proactive, self-motivated, and able to work independently as well as part of a team.
Ability to work under pressure and adapt to changing regulatory landscapes.
If you are a driven HR professional looking to make a tangible impact in a dynamic manufacturing setting, we encourage you to apply!
Additional Information
AVERY DENNISON IS AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY PROVIDER. 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.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree
- 5-8 years of experience in human resources
- Knowledge of Employment Act 1955 and statutory requirements
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
Avery Dennison Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Avery Dennison and has not been reviewed or approved by Avery Dennison.
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Healthcare Strength — Pay and benefits are frequently characterized as decent or good, supported by multiple medical plan options alongside dental, vision, and mental health coverage. Company-paid basic life insurance and short-term disability coverage add to the perceived strength of core protection benefits.
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Retirement Support — Retirement support is strengthened by an automatic employer contribution plus an additional employer match tied to employee contributions. The availability of an employee stock purchase plan further broadens long-term savings options beyond the 401(k).
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Parental & Family Support — Family-related support is reinforced through parental leave and dedicated adoption and fertility assistance with a stated benefit amount. Domestic partner eligibility and LGBTQIA+ healthcare support features expand coverage for different family structures.
Avery Dennison Insights
What We Do
Avery Dennison (NYSE: AVY) is a global materials science company specializing in the design and manufacture of a wide variety of labeling and functional materials. The company’s products, 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. Headquartered in Glendale, California, the company employs more than 30,000 employees in more than 50 countries. Reported sales in 2020 were $7.0 billion.
