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

AVERY DENNISON IS PROUD TO BE CERTIFIED GREAT PLACE TO WORK IN AUSTRALIA, CHINA, INDIA, INDONESIA,  SINGAPORE, THAILAND AND VIETNAM, AND RECOGNIZED AS ONE OF THE BEST COMPANIES TO WORK FOR IN ASIA IN GREATER CHINA AND VIETNAM.

AVERY DENNISON IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER!

Job Description

New Product Research & Development

• Design and formulate acrylics and rubber based novel pressure sensitive adhesives on  market needs and customer specifications.

• Understanding on solvent, emulsion and hotmelt based pressure sensitive adhesives  

• Drives technology innovation through idea generation, root cause analysis, effective troubleshooting, and implementing lasting corrective actions.

• Skilled in cross-functional collaboration, clear communication, and structured data management.

• Deep, practical understanding of key technical material properties, performance characteristics, and their critical interconnection with processing parameters, converting efficiency, and final end-use applications.

• Maintains a proactive watch on emerging technologies, intellectual property, and market trends within the adhesive industry for  strategic planning and securing a competitive advantage.

• Responsible for continuous productivity and efficiency improvement through digitalization and automation, artificial intelligence and machine learnings

Project Management & Execution

• Accurate and timely management of Cost driven, Business continuity and strategic projects for AMEA region in accordance with DDOS/Stage gate processes in line with the product strategy and AOP needs till development stage.

• Participate & conduct regular project calls with cross-functional teams & update A3 Project plans, Timelines, CTQs, Specifications, application test plans, Reports and Reviews.

• Manage R&D process through Clarity platform including ideations to Project Develop stage

• Smooth transition of project from Develop stage to respective team for commercialization and also participate in all meetings till the completion of the project.

• Responsible for strategic idea generation aimed at cost mitigation and expanding the portfolio through new product development.

• Leads and manages R&D projects, encompassing scope definition, timeline management, and seamless coordination with cross-functional teams (e.g., Procurement, Manufacturing, Marketing, R&D cost out team).

• Communicates research outcomes effectively by documenting findings, preparing comprehensive technical reports, and clear presentation of results to stakeholders.

• Required actions and follow current process to drive project till develop stage

Qualifications

EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE:

• Masters degree or higher  in Chemistry or Engineering, or Polymer Sciences disciplines 

• Minimum 3 to 5 years experience 

• Excellent problem solving analysis and analytical skills.

• Excellent written technical and verbal communication and presentation skills.

ASPECTS HIGHLY PREFERRED: 

• Knowledge of polymer/rubber and allied materials.

• KRnowledge of testing equipment.

REQUIRED SKILLS:

• Fluent in both spoken and written English.

• Strong Technical report writing & Presentation skills.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Able to work with regional colleagues

• Strong command of common computer software programs (i.e.Google platforms etc.).

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.