Folder Gluer Machine Operator

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Manchester, CT
3-5 Years Experience
Professional Services
The Role
The Folder Gluer Machine Operator will manage the operation of the folder/gluer machine, ensuring that packaging meets specifications. Responsibilities include set-up, monitoring machine performance, performing quality checks, maintenance, and adjustments as necessary. The role requires mechanical skills and attention to detail to prevent waste and ensure efficiency in a fast-paced setting.
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Folder Gluer Machine Operator 
Manchester, CT

Allied Printing Services is a full-service commercial and financial printer that has been in operation since 1949 and is a print-media solutions provider in Manchester, CT. We have robust sheetfed, web, digital press capabilities, the largest bindery/finishing area in New England, mailing, fulfillment, kitting, Print-on-Demand, and variable data capabilities. Should you meet the minimum requirements and want to succeed in a fast-paced and growing family-run company, then this could be the right opportunity for you.

Job Summary:

The Folder-Gluer Machine Operator will be responsible for the daily operations of our folder/gluer machine that creates finished packaging. 

Responsibilities: 

  • Responsible for set up, make-ready, operate, and monitor the folder/gluer equipment during the running process to meet customer specifications.
  • Make Adjustments to account for different fold and glue patterns based on job specifications.
  • Perform all quality checks to ensure proper gluing, and folding, and minimize waste and rework.
  • Perform preventative and mechanical maintenance, adjustments, repairs, and cleaning as needed.
  • Observe and monitor machine operations while running to detect and identify defects to determine if adjustments are necessary. 
  • Maintain safety, quality, maintenance and good manufacturing practices. 

Qualifications: 

  • Experience in Bindery or printing (Bobst Series) highly desirable. 
  • Detail-Oriented.
  • Possesses mechanical and troubleshooting skills.
  • General knowledge and understanding of die cutting process and equipment.
  • Math, analytical and abstract thinking. 
  • Ability to read, analyze, and interpret internal and external communications to perform job duties.
  • Ability to use measuring tools and hand tools.
  • Proficient knowledge of production materials, quality methods, and color standards are necessary. 
  • Good verbal and written comprehension to understand job orders and follow detailed instructions.
  • Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus, and distinguish between different colors. 
  • Finger and hand dexterity.
  • Maintain a clean, organized workspace.
  • Ability to work quickly in a fast-paced environment.
  • Required to use a pallet jack. 

Education and Experience:

  • High School Graduate or equivalent.
  • Press or Finishing experience. 
  • 3-5 years' experience operating a folder/gluer machine. 

Physical Requirements: Standing-80%, Walking-20%, Lifting, Carrying, Pushing, Pulling 50lbs.

Job Type: Full Time 
Shift Available & Schedule: 2nd shift (4:00pm-12:00am), 3rd shift (12:00am-8:00am) 

Why should you work at Allied Printing Services, Inc.? 
Allied Printing Services, Inc. will give their employees the opportunity for upper mobility! We encourage a culture of diversity where people feel free to ask questions and express their opinions and want to support, nurture and inspire each other. 

Excellent Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Telehealth Services, Free Life Insurance policy, Additional Life Insurance Contribution, Free Short-Term Disability, Long Term Disability, 401(k) with a company match, Employee Assistance Program, Paid Time Off: Vacation, Sick, Holiday, 2nd (12%) & 3rd (15%) shift differentials, Paid Weekly, Growth Opportunities, Referral Bonus, Relocation Assistance Offered. 
Allied Printing Services, Inc. is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants and employees are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability, military or veterans' status, or any other legally protected status or basis prohibited by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Allied Printing Services, Inc. prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on these protected categories. If you need an accommodation to apply, please let us know.

Top Skills

Folder Gluer Machine Operation
The Company
Manchester, Connecticut
211 Employees
On-site Workplace
Year Founded: 1949

What We Do

Allied is a full-service commercial and financial printer. In our 66th year of operation, we are a print-media solutions provider. Our state of the art single-point-of-manufacturing facility is located in Manchester, CT. We have robust sheetfed, web, and digital press capabilities. Our bindery/finishing area is the largest in all of New England. Our mailing, fulfillment, kitting, Print-On-Demand, and variable data capabilities give us a unique value-proposition and make us an excellent resource for our customers.

The Allied Advantage is the special combination of the enormous capacity and versatility of a large printing company, paired with the friendly customer service and short chain of command of a smaller print facility. We are adaptable to our clients needs and responsive to the changes in our dynamic graphic arts industry. We are structured for seamless communication, optimized workflow, flexible scheduling, fast turnarounds, and accountability. We build relationships with all of our customers and have earned their trust many times over by adding value for their complete marketing needs. Our versatility has given us a competitive advantage by serving as a one-stop-shop for our customers, with consistent high quality standards throughout all departments. We have been a cutting edge technological leader for over 6 decades, with constant reinvestment in our people, facilities, and equipment. Become part of the Allied family and grow with us for generations to come.

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